12,000 sq ft Production Floor in Mirzapur
Watch 45 artisans hand-knot carpets on 23 vertical looms - visitors welcome daily
Kumar Family Workshop: 1920-2025
From 800 sq ft shed in 1920 to modern climate-controlled facility
Original Workshop Opens
Mohan Kumar establishes 800 sq ft workshop with 4 looms in Chandni Chowk area of Mirzapur. Building has mud walls, thatch roof, natural light only. All dyes prepared outdoors.
First Major Expansion
Third generation adds 3,500 sq ft concrete building adjacent to original shed. Installs 12 new looms, dedicated dye room, separate washing area. Electric lighting throughout.
Complete Reconstruction Begins
Original 1920 building demolished after monsoon damage. Construction of new 12,000 sq ft facility starts. Design includes climate control, UV-filtered skylights, ergonomic workstations, visitor gallery.
Modern Workshop Completed
New facility opens with 23 precision looms, automated yarn tensioning system, computer-assisted pattern design room, professional photo studio for documentation. First Indian carpet workshop with ISO 9001 certification.
Technical Upgrades We Made in 2020-2025
How we modernized production while preserving hand-knotting tradition
LED Task Lighting System
Installed 156 adjustable LED lamps with 5,000K color temperature - matches natural daylight. Reduces weaver eye strain by 60%. Each workstation has individual brightness control.
Cost: ₹850,000 | Installed: March 2020
Climate Control System
Maintains 21-24°C temperature and 45-55% humidity year-round. Prevents wool from becoming brittle in summer or absorbing moisture during monsoon. Extends natural dye stability.
Cost: ₹1,200,000 | Installed: June 2020
Digital Pattern Design Suite
Custom software converts client photos into weaving charts. Automatically calculates knot counts, suggests color combinations, generates material requirements. Reduced design time from 3 weeks to 4 days.
Cost: ₹450,000 | Implemented: January 2021
In-House Photography Studio
Professional lighting setup for documenting every carpet before delivery. Creates 360° views for online catalog. Provides detailed images for insurance documentation and export paperwork.
Cost: ₹320,000 | Installed: August 2021
Ergonomic Workstations
Height-adjustable benches, back support cushions, footrests. Reduced repetitive strain injuries by 80%. Two weavers who had retired due to back pain returned to work after redesign.
Cost: ₹680,000 | Installed: November 2022
Automated Dye Kitchen
Temperature-controlled vats with precise timing. Eliminates color variations between batches. Recipe database stores exact proportions for 347 color shades. Can recreate any color from past 40 years.
Cost: ₹920,000 | Installed: April 2023
Visit Our Workshop: Tours & Weaving Classes
See hand-knotting in action - book your visit
Guided Workshop Tour
₹500 per person
⏱️ Duration: 90 minutes
📅 Available: Monday-Saturday
🕐 Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
👥 Group size: Maximum 12 people
What's included:
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Watch weavers work on 5-6 different carpet projects
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See natural dye preparation demonstration
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Visit our archive room with 100+ years of pattern books
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Learn to identify hand-knotted vs machine-made carpets
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Refreshments (chai & snacks) included
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Photography allowed throughout
Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu
Booking: Reserve at least 24 hours in advance
Weekend Knotting Masterclass
₹3,500 per person
⏱️ Duration: 4 hours
📅 Available: Saturdays & Sundays
🕐 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
👥 Group size: Maximum 6 participants
What you'll learn:
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Basic Persian knot technique (hands-on practice)
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How to read a weaving chart
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Create your own 6x6 inch sample piece (yours to keep)
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Natural dye preparation workshop
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Pattern design basics using our software
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Lunch with our master weavers
Requirements: No experience needed. Minimum age 14 years.
Booking: Reserve at least 1 week in advance. Limited to 2 classes per month.
Private Group Tour
₹12,000 flat fee
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours
📅 Available: Any day by appointment
🕐 Flexible timing
👥 Group size: 13-30 people
Ideal for:
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Interior design student groups
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Hotel/hospitality management trainees
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Corporate team building events
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International buyer delegations
Customization available: Can focus on specific topics (design process, quality control, export procedures, etc.)
Booking: Contact us at least 2 weeks in advance for scheduling
Important Information:
• Photography/videography allowed for personal use only
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended (production floor is 12,000 sq ft)
• Workshop maintains 21-24°C temperature year-round
• Parking available on-site for up to 15 vehicles
• Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled 48+ hours before scheduled time
Inside Our Mirzapur Production Floor: Photos
Photos updated monthly - see current projects in progress
Main production floor - 23 vertical looms operating simultaneously
Rajesh Kumar completing 12x15 ft silk carpet (8 months in progress)
Dye kitchen - preparing madder root red (batch #2847)
Digital design suite converting client photo to weaving chart
23-point quality inspection - checking knot density
Professional documentation before shipping to Dubai client
Reserve Your Workshop Tour or Masterclass
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