Production Process of Carpet:
Wool Processing:
Tibetan wool is sorted to pick out foreign materials and
other forms of wool to have stable product. Then the wool is
properly washed to remove fat and wax. After that the wool
is dried in sunlight for two to three days.
Carding:
Wools are carded to bring into slivers for spinning
yarn. Hand carding is still on demand to produce exotic
program carpet. Tibetan wools and New Zealand are rightly
blended during the carding process. Spinning:
Wool spinning is done by hand charkha. The experienced
Nepalese spinners are capable enough to produce course and
even finer yarns for higher knot carpets.
Dyeing:
Dyeing was carried out in huge copper vessels. But with
the introduction of machine dyeing better dye quality and
fastness has been obtained. The use of synthetic dyestuffs
has also provided a large spectrum color. Weaving:
Carpet weaving is performed by hand using graphs &
sketches. The carpet weaving is a creative task which is
performed by three or four laborers according to the size of
carpet. Carpet weaving is done with the help of yarn balls,
scissors, iron-rod, levers, comb beater, etc. This process
involves skills and craftsmanship. Trimming:
The sharp designs and patterns are carved out by scissors
from the woven carpet to give the luxurious look. The level
of the pile is also made smooth according to the design.
Washing and Drying:
As a part of finishing process, carpets are washed with
fresh water using household chemicals to keep free of germs
and wipe out the gloomy appearance. Carpets are washed
manually maintaining eco-friendly environments. The carpet
is then dries out in sunlight for 4-5 days. Stretching:
After washing the carpet has to be brought to the original
loom-stage size by stretching. Stretching gives a good
appearance to the carpet if it is twisted or under sized
anywhere. Finishing:
The carpet is given a final trimming of the unusual yarn and
plucking to give the finished look. Designs and patterns are
carefully checked before sending to packing but in case
there's any error it is trimmed to and given a final touch.
Packing:
Finally the carpet is packed with the environment friendly
packing material. After that the carpet is ready for export. |
