| ...out for fringe elements. If the area rug you like has fringe, make sure it’s sewn on well, and be sure to carefully use the vacuum cleaner.
Don’t be boxed in by the idea of getting a rectangular area rug. A circular, octagonal or square floor covering can add flair.
Remember to take a swatch of any fabrics you’d like to match with you when you shop for an area rug. That way, ... |
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Oriental weavers rugs are manufactured to last for years to come, but as with all things, care and cleaning will prolong the life of any rug. We recommend the following:
REGULAR VACCUUMING - not only keeps your rug clean, but pulls the fibers up to stand proud as the day you purchased your rug.
CLIP LONG ENDS - longer fibers may work to the surface after use ... |
| ...pal, Spain, Turkmenistan, and Tibet. The importance of carpets in the culture of Turkmenistan is such that the national flag features a vertical red stripe near the hoist side, containing five carpet guls (designs used in producing rugs). Kashmir is known for handknotted carpets of silk or wool. Child labour has often been used in Asia for hand knotting rugs. The GoodWeave labeling scheme u... |
| ...shapes, and began to find their way to the West.
Bokhara rugs have small, repeating geometric designs and are normally fine quality. A popular Bokhara design, the elephant foot and octagonal 'gul' motifs tend to look best in smaller sizes that make the most of the intricate pattern. Bokhara rugs are not the hardest wearing rugs. Bokharas are recommended more for decorative use than high tr... |
| ...anufacturing process as well as size and design. They are typically bound on the edges (to prevent fraying) and have a backing conducive to the wear and tear you can expect from children using them regularly.
Juvenile and kid rugs can be found in most department stores as well as in fine floorcovering showrooms. They can also be purchased on-line from many reputable web-based companies. |
| ...nd the wear & tear a rug will get.
Cotton rag rugs are charming for vacation houses, ranches, beach houses, informal cottages and apartments, and children's rooms. Rag rugs consist of irregular stripes in bright cheerful colors. Rag rugs are cheerful, handmade rugs produced using scraps of fabric or wool. Antiques - especially early North American rag rugs - can be expensive, but their... |
| ... the Caucasus. They are generally very soft and lush and very similar to one another, and very distinguishable from other Persian rugs. The patterns are normally all-over geometric details, known as 'guls', repeated in straight lines on the field, with the most popular color being a rich burgundy, exclusive to the Turkomans. These guls vary from one tribe to the other, and also appear in the Bokha... |
| ...n's leading export products and their manufacture is the second largest cottage and small industry. Pakistani craftsmen have the capacity to produce any type of carpet using all the popular motifs of gulls, medallions, paisleys, traceries, and geometric designs in various combinations. At the time of independence, manufacturing of carpets was set up in Sangla Hill, a small town of District Sheikhu... |
| ...ural browns and tans to dyed hues, providing versatile styling options. While they bring warmth and style to a room, leather rugs also require careful handling to maintain their appearance, needing regular dusting and occasional conditioning to keep the leather supple... |
| ...unging areas. Available in a wide range of colors and styles, shag rugs are versatile and can complement both contemporary and bohemian decor. While they offer unmatched softness, shag rugs require regular maintenance to keep them clean and free from debris, making them a stylish yet practical addition to cozy interiors... |
| ...Round Rugs are circular floor coverings that offer a unique aesthetic appeal, often used to soften the lines of square or rectangular rooms and furniture. These rugs can create a focal point in a space, drawing the eye inward and adding symmetry and balance to an area. Available in a variety of materials, including wool, synthetic fibers, and natural fibers like jute or sisal, round rugs come in a... |