Business Details
7 Years
experience
Luxury Oriental Rugs & Expert Restoration Services in Maidenhead
Established in 2019, Thames Oriental Carpets brings decades of combined expertise in sourcing, restoring, and supplying handwoven rugs and tapestries. Our inventory spans Persian, Antique, Contemporary, Kilim, Aubusson, and Fine Needlepoint pieces, with a particular focus on rare and valuable antique rugs. We offer personalized home visits to assist clients in selecting the perfect rug for their interior design needs, ensuring seamless integration with their decor. Our services extend to specialist cleaning, restoration, and insurance valuations, performed with meticulous attention to preserving the integrity of each piece. We utilise natural fibres and traditional techniques for cleaning, avoiding abrasive chemicals or automated machinery.Our restoration team excels in repairing frayed fringes, re-weaving worn areas, and recreating intricate designs to revive damaged rugs. Valuations are conducted in-person to provide accurate assessments for insurance purposes. We pride ourselves on offering a rare, client-centric service that prioritises transparency, expertise, and long-term customer relationships. Our Managing Director, Younes Yari, brings over 20 years of passion and knowledge in oriental rug history, specialising in pure silk rugs and tribal designs. Clients across the UK benefit from our commitment to quality, whether purchasing, restoring, or maintaining their investment in luxury textiles.
Services
Persian Rugs
Antique Rug Restoration
Rug Cleaning
Valuation Services
Home Approval Service
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in oriental rug history and restoration techniques.
- Our team uses natural fibres and traditional methods for gentle, effective rug cleaning.
- We provide free in-home consultations to ensure perfect rug selection for your space.
- Specialist restoration of antique rugs, including exact wool and colour matching.
- Transparent valuations conducted in-person by experienced professionals.
What people say
Excellent customer service
Prompt repair work
Beautifully clean results
Knowledgeable staff
Competitive pricing
Services
Persian Rugs
We curate an extensive collection of handwoven Persian rugs, including antique, contemporary, and tribal designs. Each piece is meticulously sourced for its craftsmanship, natural dyes, and historical significance. Clients receive expert guidance to select rugs that complement their interior schemes.
Antique Rug Restoration
Our specialists restore damaged rugs using reclaimed wool and precise colour matching. Services include fringe repair, re-weaving worn areas, and recreating intricate patterns. We prioritise preserving the rug's original character while ensuring structural integrity for continued use.
Rug Cleaning
Rugs undergo a gentle, manual cleaning process tailored to their age and materials. We use pH-neutral shampoos and vibrating brushes to remove dust without abrasion. Immersion washing and natural drying ensure thorough cleaning while protecting delicate fibres and dyes.
Valuation Services
We provide detailed valuations for antique rugs, conducted in-person to assess condition, rarity, and market value. This service ensures accurate insurance coverage and helps clients understand their rug's worth as an investment piece.
Home Approval Service
Our team visits clients' homes to present rug options, considering size, colour, and decor. This service allows clients to trial rugs in their space, ensuring they make confident, informed decisions aligned with their design vision.
People
Younes Yari
Managing Director
With over 20 years of expertise, Younes specialises in antique and silk rugs. He personally oversees valuations and restorations, combining deep knowledge of rug history with a passion for preserving craftsmanship.
Questions
What types of rugs do you specialise in?
We specialise in Persian, Antique, Contemporary, Kilim, Aubusson, and Fine Needlepoint rugs. Our expertise includes rare antique pieces and pure silk rugs from Qum and Nain.
Can you restore heavily damaged rugs?
Yes, we restore rugs with frayed edges, burns, water damage, and structural wear. Our team matches wool and dyes precisely to preserve authenticity while revitalising the rug.
Do you offer home visits for rug selection?
Yes, we provide free home visits across the UK to help clients choose rugs that fit their space and decor, ensuring confident purchasing decisions.
How is rug cleaning performed?
Cleaning uses natural fibres and pH-neutral products. Rugs are hand-washed, rinsed until clear, and dried naturally. We avoid automated machinery to protect delicate fibres.
Can you value rugs for insurance?
Yes, we conduct in-person valuations for insurance purposes, assessing condition, rarity, and market value to ensure accurate coverage for your investment.
Reviews (4)
James Bond
Jul 26, 2021
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"The service from Thames Oriental Carpets was excellent from start to finish. Yari is a true expert who is thorough in what he does, punctual and reliable. Following a clean and repair, our rug now looks rich and vibrant. We were concerned that some of the damage could not be repaired but nothing was a problem for Yari. Our whole customer service experience was professional and seamless. We are extremely happy with the end result"
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Dave Heath
Aug 30, 2020
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This is the second time I have used Younis at Thames Oriental Carpets. Cannot recommend enough. First occasion we purchased three small bedside sized Persian carpets, in 2019.
Today, Jan 2020, we have purchased a living room Persian carpet 8ft x 4.4ft. Superb quality. We were undecided on our first visit with 3 options, which Younis encouraged us to take home to try first. We returned with a favourite and again were given 3 further options. Not many, if any, places that will let you do this. Highly recommend a visit, hundreds of carpets in stock.
Today, Jan 2020, we have purchased a living room Persian carpet 8ft x 4.4ft. Superb quality. We were undecided on our first visit with 3 options, which Younis encouraged us to take home to try first. We returned with a favourite and again were given 3 further options. Not many, if any, places that will let you do this. Highly recommend a visit, hundreds of carpets in stock.
Keith Ray
Jun 08, 2020
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We have a valuable Chinese carpet which we bought in Hong Kong 35 years ago. We have had it cleaned around every three years. This is the first time we've used Thames Oriental, and I must say the result is far better than any previous company, and the cost is much more reasonable. I can recommend this company 100%!
Catherine S.
Sep 18, 2016
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Amazing place. My puppy chewed the edge of a new Pakistani runner and I thought we'd have to bin it. Younes had it cleaned and repaired it for a very reasonable price - it looks like new. The store is like a treasure trove full of beautiful carpets; I can't wait to go back and buy something.
