Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Handmade Oriental Rugs in Austin
Founded in 1958 by Abdul Hafez Kaskas in Beirut, Lebanon, our family-owned business has dedicated over six decades to importing and selling handwoven rugs directly from global weaving regions. We relocated to Austin, Texas in 1976, maintaining our commitment to eliminating middlemen to offer competitive pricing. With expertise spanning generations, we specialize in authentic Persian, Afghan, Indian, and Turkish rugs, providing appraisal services, professional cleaning, and restoration.Our mission centers on educating customers and building trust through transparency, ensuring every rug purchase includes a certificate of authenticity. Our team, including third-generation leaders Safi and Samer Kaskas, combines traditional craftsmanship with modern business practices to deliver exceptional service.
Services
Appraisal Services
Rug Cleaning
Repair & Reweaving
Rug Pads
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We directly import rugs from global weaving regions, eliminating middlemen to reduce costs.
- Family-owned since 1958, with three generations of expertise in rug authentication.
- Provide signed certificates of authenticity with every rug purchase.
- Offer professional cleaning and restoration for all handmade rug types.
- Specialize in repairing fringes, reweaving damaged sections, and color-matching repairs.
Services
Appraisal Services
We provide expert appraisal services for oriental rugs, including certificates of authenticity. Our team leverages decades of experience to verify rug origins and quality. Every appraisal includes a signed and sealed document for customer assurance.
Rug Cleaning
Professional cleaning services preserve the beauty and longevity of handmade rugs. We handle wool, silk, and flat-weave types, offering pickup and delivery. Regular cleaning every 2-4 years is recommended to maintain condition.
Repair & Reweaving
Full repair services address fringes, binding, and damaged sections. We match colors precisely using wool and silk stocks. Our expertise restores rugs to original condition, including moth damage and missing sections.
Rug Pads
We supply pads for hardwood, tile, and carpeted floors. Pads prevent slipping and add cushioning. All pads include a 10-year guarantee against floor damage and odor-resistant treatment.
People
Abdul Hafez Kaskas
Founder
Established Kaskas Oriental Rug Gallery in Beirut, Lebanon in 1958. His passion for rugs laid the foundation for the family business.
Zahi Kaskas
Founder, Austin Location
Expanded the business to Austin, Texas in 1976 after the Lebanese civil war. Maintained family traditions while adapting to new markets.
Samer Kaskas
Vice President
Joined the business in 2000 after graduating from Saba University. Brings technical expertise and customer-focused service to operations.
Safi Kaskas
President
President with a computer science degree from Texas State University. Integrates modern technology with traditional rug expertise since joining in 2000.
Questions
Do you offer authentication for existing rugs?
Yes, we provide appraisal services for existing rugs with signed certificates of authenticity.
What rug types do you clean?
We clean all handmade rugs including wool, silk, durries, and flat-weave types.
Can damaged rugs be restored?
Yes, we repair fringes, reweave missing sections, and restore moth-damaged rugs to original condition.
Are rug pads included with purchases?
We recommend appropriate pads and treat them to prevent odor and mold for 10 years.
What regions do your rugs come from?
We import Persian, Afghan, Indian, and Turkish rugs directly from global weaving areas.
