How to Repair a Ripped Rug

Rugs get a lot of traffic, and it's easy for them to get ripped by shoes, furniture and even animals. However, a torn rug does not need to be thrown away; most can be repaired at home quickly and cheaply. The key is to repair the rug as soon as you notice a problem.

Nails
Rounded upholstery needle
Monofilament or another strong thread
Toothpick
Glue

Instructions

- 1
  Flip your rug over so that the bottom is facing upwards. Pull the rug tight and align the torn sides.
- 2
  Nail each side of the carpet down using a tack or shallow nail.
- 3
  Sew the edges of the rug together using a rounded upholstery needle and mono-filament or another thread. Choose a thread color that matches the dominant color in the rug. In order to avoid unnecessary strain on the seam, use a fairly wide stitch of 1 to 2 inches.
- 4
  Double back over the stitching at the end of your seam. This secures the seam.
- 5
  Fluff up the fibers of your carpet with your hand to cover the repaired area.
- 6
  If your rug is a braided, remove the loose thread. Then use a rounded upholstery needle to sew the braid back together.

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