How to Repair a Rug

Tools and Materials

Before you try to repair your rug, identify what type of damage it has such as burns, rips or bumps. Accordingly you can fix it.

The simplest way to repair any type of burn is to cut off the burnt carpet portion using a utility knife.
Use a similar piece of cloth from the carpet in an area not visible such as from a closet, cutting it with an outline.
Stick the extra matching section in place of the burnt carpet with fiber glue, allow it to dry with some weight on top and then vacuum clean it.
For medium burns such as cigarette ashes, gently clean the burnt area with sandpaper.
Vacuum the area for any remaining particles.
To remove the remaining residue, use carpet cleaner mixed with warm water.
Place a couple of paper towels over the area of damage and apply weight on it for 2 to 3 hours.
After it has dried, carefully comb the area using a brush to merge the newly patched area.

Remove any furniture from the carpeted area you intend to repair. This will provide you with a clear workspace.
Using a utility knife, carefully pull the carpet edges where they touch the wall.
Apply carpet tape along the length of the bump. Make sure to apply the tape on the underside of the carpet and near the edge.
Starting from one end and working your way to the other, gently press onto the carpet along the glued section.
Make sure the carpet is firmly in place and free of wrinkles. Repeat the method for any remaining bumps in the carpet.
To avoid fresh bumps or damage, don't pull heavy furniture across the carpet in the future.

Caution

Always wear gloves and sturdy shoes to protect your hands and feet from the sharp tacks and maintain correct spacing for optimal installation.

Using a utility knife carefully lift the carpet edges that touch the wall.
Vacuum the area to remove residual particles.
Use a measuring tape to find the length and width of the damaged area. Leave an extra inch on each side for cutting purposes and fold it.
Cut a piece of new padding to these measurements with scissors or a utility knife.
Place the new padding under the old one and ensure that it is appropriately aligned with the surrounding areas of the current padding. If necessary, apply double-sided carpet tape to hold it in place.

Soak the dog pee off the carpet using clean white paper towels as quickly as possible to avoid odors.
Then carefully apply the stain remover gel to the stain using a bristle brush. Apply it from the outside of the stain to the inside so that it does not spread.
Then with a fresh white paper towel clean the mixture.
To remove any residue, use a new damp white cloth to sponge the stain with cool water because a colored cloth can imprint its color on the stained section.
Place some paper towels over the stain with some weight on them and leave for 15 minutes. This will allow it to soak up any remaining water.
Allow the carpet to dry thoroughly before vacuuming.