AboutJahann and Sons Persian Rugs Expertise I can answer questions and give advice on the purchasing of Oriental carpets and the care of said carpets. I am more than happy to view photos and give approximate appraisals (I cannot be completely accurate with just a photo) via email on carpets that you have or would like to buy. I can also help with decorating decisions where rugs are concerned, and because I do have a store, I can help find you something if you`re having trouble finding it yourself.
Experience My family has had a Persian carpet store in the Washington, DC metropolitan area for nearly 30 years (www.jahannandsons.com). I grew up with rugs.
Question I have a wool black small carpet 7' X 7' with white designs on it. I would like to color the white areas so it appears all black or at least dark grey in the white areas. How do I do this?
I would appreciate any suggestions!
Answer Hi Donna,
It you're sure that the rug you have is wool, then I would buy some dye, and dye it! Here is a good brand to use: http://www.ritdye.com. You can mix the dye solution (the powdered dye with water), and use an old toothbrush to apply it. Let it dry for a few days, and then the rug will be good to go. It may take a few coats, and you may want to do a test area first, but I don't think you'll have a big problem. Also, if you do run into any issues, since your goal is an all-black rug, you will be able to cover up any mistakes that occur as you go along. Let me know how it turns out!
Best of luck,
Katie
Jahann and Sons Persian Rugs
4210 Howard Avenue
Kensington, MD 20895
301-530-6660
