Posts Tagged ‘rugs’

4 Questions to Ask a Persian Rug Dealer When it comes to purchasing a fine, hand-knotted rug, it’s best to come prepared before visiting some rug dealers. What do we mean by prepared? You should have done some research on what makes a fine, hand-knotted rug. You should know a bit about the history of […]

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 […]

Survival Guide for the First-Time Persian Rug Buyer If you’ve never before purchased a hand-knotted rug, you may be a tad nervous – and understandably so. After all, the reason you’re purchasing one of these gorgeous textiles is that you’ve heard of their beauty, the craftsmanship that goes into their creation, their extreme durability (many […]

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 – […]