How to Care For Your Wall Tapestry - 3 Tips You Should Know About

There are many variables to take into account when deciding what methods to use for the care and cleaning of your wall tapestry. When it comes to tapestries, the one thing that does not vary is the importance of proper care and cleaning to your tapestry's appearance and longevity. Below is an overview of some of the variables you may need to consider to ensure you are properly caring for your tapestries:

Tip 1

First and foremost, you must hang your tapestry correctly. Proper hanging techniques for tapestries distribute the fabric's weight evenly over the tapestry. Rod-in-pocket and Velcro(r) hanging techniques are both recommend by textile conservators provided they are done correctly. Hanging considerations:

1. Some new tapestries come with backing fabric and a rod pocket pre-sewn.

2. Custom tapestry companies can add trim, backing, rod pockets, and Velcro(r) to your tapestry.

3. If you are somewhat handy and can sew a stitch, you can do it yourself.

4. Whether a company does it or you do it, make sure to use proper materials. For example, never use sticky Velcro(r). The adhesive damages the tapestry and it does not hold as evenly as sewn Velcro(r).

5. Do not cut corners, especially when it comes to old, fragile, or valuable tapestries. Only allow cotton or other natural fabric and thread to touch the tapestry.

6. In more humid climates, tapestries need to be hung a bit away from the wall to prevent mold.

7. Consult a textile conservator at a college or art gallery for a personal assessment of your textile and how best to hang it.

Tip 2

Second and almost as important, you must clean your tapestry regularly and properly. Remove dust by vacuuming them with the drapery attachment at least twice a year. If you live in dusty areas or own pets, you may need to vacuum your tapestry every other week. Removing dust regularly is the best way to keep bigger pieces of dirt from adhering to your tapestry, so dust often. When you notice that it needs dusting, you have actually waited too long to dust a textile like a tapestry. Dust it about twice as often as you think it needs it, unless you are already a compulsive cleaner.

Tip 3

Deeper cleaning of a tapestry can be much more tedious. If your tapestry is new or relatively new, consult the manufacturer. Otherwise, no deeper cleaning is suggested without consulting a professional textile conservator. Even plain water can damage certain tapestry materials. Also, tapestries are often made with a combination of different materials. The general rule is that one stain is easier to treat than two are. So resist doing anything beyond blotting your tapestry with a white cotton cloth. Then find a professional textile conservator to assess and properly clean your tapestry.

So there you have it.

Keep you tapestry in the best condition possible by properly hanging and cleaning it. Even if it is brand new, hang and clean it properly from the first day you bring it home. With proper care, your tapestry can be an eye-catching piece of art for many years to come.

Tom Matherson writes for Worldwide Tapestries which has a wide range of tapestry wall hangings to enhance any home. Browse a wide collection of the latest wall art tapestry designs in a variety of categories including large tapestry art works.

by Tom Matherson

Wall Tapestries - Large Scale Wall Tapestries

Excellent quality large scale tapestries can be produced easily using broadloom carpet. Carpet styles can range from lighter weight, commercial grades to heavier plush grades. Often these styles can be blended together to create a more textured tapestry. Here's a closer look at what's involved in producing a larger scale tapestry.

Step One: Design Concepts - The bigger the scale, the easier it is to capture details in a broadloom tapestry. The complexity factor will affect pricing. If there's a tight budget, then reducing complexity is the easiest way to bring costs down. How many colors are involved? What materials will be used? Costs on large scale wall tapestries can range from several thousand to tens of thousands.

Step Two: Production Facts - Once a design is determined, it's time for the production phase. This can take from several weeks to several months, depending on the size and scope of the project. All of the colors and design details are handcrafted and carefully inlaid into the main field piece. Hand-carving is another feature that can be integrated into a wall tapestry. The carving adds sharpness and definition to the overall design.

Step Three: Installing The Tapestry - There are a few options for installation. A large scale tapestry will likely require a special installation: including scaffold set-up. The install can be done in a day or two. The tapestry can actually be installed in panels, similar to a wallpaper installation. The Tapestry should be securely fixed to the wall for a safe and permanent installation; this can be done using special adhesives. Smaller tapestries can be hung from a decorative rod or hooked in place.

As we have learned; designing, producing, and installing a large scale tapestry doesn't have to be a mystery. Broadloom tapestries can be a stunning addition to any corporate environment, clubhouse, or residence that has the space for it.

Russell Webb, your friendly expert Custom Carpet Maker. If you're ready to discover the creative and exciting world of custom carpet sculpture, and have fun doing it, then why not request more information at http://www.custom-area-rugs.com

by Russell Webb

Uncover the Beauty Created With Wall Tapestry

Tapestry a Form of Textile Art

Wall tapestry enhances the décor of a room or the place of business. The richness that the wall tapestries have in texture cannot be found in any other art form. The tapestries having modern art images that are done by world-famous artists are in demand as a decorative piece for the interiors.

Tapestries Can Beautify the Interior of Your Home

If you prefer to have a warm and colorful look in your room, then it makes for a great idea to have wall tapestry in the rooms. Besides rendering a colorful look to the room, this room décor also gives the room a soft and relaxed feel.

Be it a fine domestic or European wall tapestry, you can have them to grace your walls. Wall tapestry is lovely wall hangings that come with a 3-4 inch rod pocket, which is sewn on the reverse side for the purpose of installation. You can hang tapestries with pretty hardware finials on each end or with a metal adjustable rod, which is quite akin to a curtain rod.

Pay attention to the hanging of a wall tapestry, if the job is done well then there is no stopping you from transforming your room from a simple one to a decorated and elegant one. Tapestries can create a welcome look in the house that will make your guests compliment on the look of your interiors.

Makes for both fun and function, a wall tapestry is a wonderful textile art. It is actually woven by hand on a vertical loom. So take your pick from the many floral wall tapestries, vintage poster tapestries and landscape tapestries. Look in awe at the magic that the wall tapestry does to your home.

Bob is Marketing Director for Keepsakes Etc and has been developing a market awareness for their Wall Tapestry line of business.

by Bob Shirilla