Rug Edge SYDNEY - Carpet &Rug OVERLOCKING

Early edge reinforcement usually gives the cleanest result.

Relocating furniture is one of the most common causes of edge damage.

Corners take more pressure than straight edges.

A lot of rugs are structurally fine.

Fraying rarely looks serious at first.

Close-up of a rug edge relaxing back into shape.

Curling usually happens with lighter synthetic rugs when fibres tighten or shift .

Close-up of carpet overlocking in progress.

This stitch locks the edge to stop shedding and fraying, especially on cut carpets and runners.

Rugs don’t usually fail all at once.

Most rug damage doesn’t happen in the middle.

Watching a rug edge being overlocked.

Overlocking secures the edges to stop fraying and helps rugs hold their shape over time.

Rug edges curling up? Watch this…

This is very common with thinner synthetic floor rugs, especially after transport or humidity changes.