Posts Tagged ‘#rug’

Common Misconceptions About Persian Rugs Do you think that all genuine Persian rugs are antiques? Do you believe that any old Persian or Oriental rug is valuable? Are you certain that your handmade rug will go up in value over the years? Do you believe that a hand-woven Persian rug is always better made than […]

The Fringe Benefits of Proper Fringe Repair: Why Proper Fringe Maintenance Matters First we have to know how fine rugs are made. Fine rugs are made on a loom. Warps: the parallel vertical yarns running the length of the rug “interlaced” with the Wefts: horizontal yarns through the warps of the rug. The warp makes […]

What to do if the Persian Rug You Bought Isn’t Handmade If you’ve just purchased a Persian or Oriental rug, you undoubtedly want to show it to your friends and family. You have them over and show it on your floor. And then one of them – someone whose knowledge of rugs you trust – […]

Using a Persian Rug over Wall-to-Wall Carpet Let’s say you love Persian and Oriental rugs – their workmanship, their patterns and colors, their quality. But let’s also say that your home has wall-to-wall carpeting in practically every room. You decide to purchase one of these fine rugs, but you don’t really want to place it […]

When You Hate the Rug, But Love the Giver What do you do when you someone you love dearly presents you with a Persian or Oriental rug as a gift, but you hate the rug? If you’re here, you probably already know that a Persian or Oriental rug is an extremely valuable piece of fine […]