| ...rugs offer beautiful, distinctive designs at a
great value. our power-loomed rugs come in a vibrant and diverse
selection of colors, designs and patterns made from natural fibers like new
zealand wool, as well as synthetic blends. collections range from
traditional to contemporary, from novelty to natural textures. handmade
area rugs are like works of art. couristan's handmade area rugs ... |
| ...milliken’s roots date back to 1865 when seth milliken and william deering
founded deering milliken company, a small woolen fabrics company in portland,
maine. deering soon left to start his own company. in 1868, seth milliken moved
the company headquarters to new york city, at that time the heart of the
american textile industry. in 1884, the company invested in a new facility in
pacolet... |
| ...ng fields and
borders, which are offered in a broad range of patterns and colors. the new
bourbon street collection, for instance, features rich colors accented with deep
brown shades in a worsted wool, five-frame wilton construction. patterns include
autumn gale, a scattered leaf design; multiplicity and game board, two timeless
geometrics; and medley damask, inspired by a colonial in-grain ... |
| ... floorcovering as broadloom carpet or custom
bordered area rugs. many of our products are environmentally sustainable. our
wide variety of floor coverings and rugs are made from the finest sisal, wool,
seagrass, jute, cheena®, and coir fibers. custom rugs are available by choosing
from over 250 materials and 275 border materials, plus we accept customers own
material (com) to be applied ... |
| ...glen eden manufactures 100 percent new zealand wool rugs and carpeting for
residential, commercial, aviation, and marine customers. here you can also find
exclusive tapestry borders and woven wiltons in both broadloom and area rugs.
a wide selection of stock patterns, colors, and textures are available. glen
eden also specializes in custom designing an endless combination of creative
... |
| ...stanton carpet, the corporation's self-branded predominantly wool product line features high quality, designer-driven patterns and styles available through select flooring dealers throughout the country.
stanton produces a number of decorative, high-quality, specialty collections including the pacific villa & wiltrex collections of needlepoint wiltons and the atelier collection of decorative... |
| ...ke super sponges to absorb dirt, spills, and even allergens.
it is safe on all types of fibers and fabrics, and it's approved for use on
all stain resistant carpets.
it is even safe for use on wool rugs. you get professional carpet cleaning
results without the high costs.
... |
| ...industries' stock
carpets are manufactured to the highest standards of excellence and quality.
product ranges include solid color velvets with coordinating textures, cut and
loop patterns, natural wool sisal textures and patterns, plaids and traditional
patterned axminster carpets, and worsted wool wilton carpets.
bloomsburg carpet industries' stock program includes wool and nylon products.
... |
| ...the wools of new zealand brand represents the standard of excellence in wool
carpets.
the name and trademark, used exclusively on products containing at least 80
percent wool, with the majority (60%) being new zealand wool, are applied only
to carpets and rugs that have met the highest performance and environmental
specifications.
residential
wools of new zealand brand carpets comb... |
| ...creative tool that would allow me to work faster and still
create fabulous walls. so many of my clients wanted me to incorporate several
colors from their room decor onto their walls.
before the woolie, i had to roll a new basecoat then apply faux finish
techniques. each color was then applied in separate layers. i realized that if
i could eliminate the time spent on the basecoat and ap... |
| ...we offer value and selection in an array of collections that include wool
berbers, petite point wiltons, rugged sisals, textured nylons, and our signature
"shagtastic collection". we work with the nations leading professional interior
design firms because they can depend on us for prompt sample service, excellent
custom dye capabilities, and the craftsmanship that they expect and deserve. ... |
| ...t
decade. you won't come close to matching the stringent durability tests
conducted daily in the delta faucet quality assurance department. go on. scrub
your delta brilliance® finish with steel wool for a lifetime. you won't diminish
its shine. that's delta quality. inside and out. you can rely on it.
moving parts
there's just one moving part inside a delta single handle faucet. with few... |
| ...ture. it is a design that is perfect in pairing with traditional,
contemporary and almost any interior decor.
"wooster" bears a resemblance to corduroy but is woven from 100 percent new
zealand wool and is offered in charcoal, flannel, navy and other colors that are
proprietary to the collection.
"grosvenor" is representative of both the ralph lauren and karastan brands at
the top of t... |
| ...balta carpets is the european market leader for tufted and woven wall-to-wall carpet, in both synthetic and wool yarn.
the innovative and market-oriented polypropylene collections are known under three registered brands: stainsafe, practical and easy to clean, leonis, soft and shiny and x-tron for intensive use. the award winning 'made in heaven' brand stands for soft and luxurious polyester carp... |
| ...all products are produced in italy and stocked in south carolina. radici usa
does some finishing of area rugs (cutting and surging of runner) to accommodate
our growing customer base.
wool blended rugs: 60% olefin, 40% wool
these rugs have the look and feel of 100% wool and this unique blend of fibers
enables our customers to market rugs at very competitive retail price points
with hig... |
| ....
locks out water and damage from spills, including alcohol, coffee, tea and
household chemicals.
gives a rich, hand-rubbed look that enhances the grain.
goes on easily with a lambswool applicator or brush – no sanding between
coats for adhesion purposes.
touch ups can be done at any time. just apply more waterlox. sanding down
to bare wood is not required.
clean... |
| ...ny, we are always evolving and changing to ensure our product line stands out above others. we are a leader in offering modern, unique and classic designs through applied patterns and expertly tufted wool carpet, while maintaining quality and competitive pricing for all of our customers.
hagaman is also one of the leading resources that enables many designers, architects and retail stores to cr... |
| ...est trends in color and fashion. kas’ product line consists of a wide selection of constructions and qualities of rugs from india, china and europe including: handtufted, handhooked, hi/lo, scatters, wool, silk, acrylic, bamboo, jute, sisal, and unique combination weaves... |
| ...is a
yarn system that we developed to provide the best in detail, durability and
fashion in the industry today. exellan is an advanced heat set polypropylene
fiber that has the look and feel of wool. it also has a pencil point finish to
ensure outstanding detail in all designs. the rugs are easy to clean and will
stand up to any kind of usage. soft to the touch, these collections offer a... |
| ...today, we at french accents proudly present this collection of our latest
creations of aubusson rugs, tapestries and pile rugs. it’s hard to know whether
it’s the finest wool, the impeccable designs or simply the extraordinary care in
craftsmanship that distinguishes the french accents rug from the rest.
the fine designs shown in our gallery are results of the collective efforts of
our ... |
| ...nt furniture
and lighting are quietly becoming the choice of selective rug dealers, interior
designers, and architects around the world.
design & quality is foremost
when choosing a peel 100% wool rug, you'll find that depth of design and quality
are foremost in every rug we produce-because a peel quality assurance director
has worked beside the master dyers and weavers who made it; en... |
| ... finest antiques and
reproductions to the most fashion forward, contemporary rugs. safavieh offers a
wide variety of transitional area and accent rugs of both oriental and
contemporary designs: wool, hand-tufted classics, hampton and soho. safavieh
also produces a variety of rug designs from american country styles and 19th and
early 20th century european art. safavieh provides its custo... |
| ...he north american operations of riviera carpets. j mish’s riviera collection is an imported line made up of high end wilton, hand loomed, flat woven and tufted products. we also recently acquired the woolshire product line. j mish’s woolshire collection includes a group of tailored wool carpets in natural heather colors. the portfolio is rounded out with our ecco tex collection, a product offering... |
| ...at hibernia our emphasis is on craftsmanship. it is that focus to detail that extends thought out the process of creating carpet; that is the hibernia difference. from sourcing the finest wool yarn from around the world, to making sure our products are quality tested to stand the test of time for generations to enjoy.
our carpets possess an enduring beauty and exceptional quality that is only ac... |
| ...prestige mills brings a wide range of floorcoverings from all over the world. the finest wools, nylons and acrylics are brought together by state of the art manufacturing facilities to create truly unique carpets.
bromley, a luxurious new zealand wool woven velvet is a unique texture that is comfortable in any design setting. the rich earthtones create a wonderful sense of tranquility for the hom... |
| ...homax provides the finest home improvement solutions for contractors and do-it-yourselfers. our leading brands include easy touch drywall spray textures, rhodes american steel wool, magic american, goo gone, jasco products, tile guard tile care products, tough as tile products, and leadcheck lead test swabs, and many more.... |
| ...pure new wool is the key ingredient in bellbridge carpets. our sheep graze in a pristine natural environment and impose a minimum amount of environmental impact. wool is a naturally renewable resource that biodegrades easily. most of our products contain new zealand wool, which is desired for its superior strength, purity, and consistency. bellbridge wool carpets are also good for the indoor envir... |
| ... woven fusion of traditional art and
fresh contemporary interpretations. marc phillips decorative rugs re-invents new
color combinations and designs, and experiments with new textures utilizing
wool, silk and other natural fibers. the final result is a line of the most
beautiful masterpieces in carpets today.
clients who visit marc phillips decorative rugs showrooms will work directly
... |
| ...on miller covers the spectrum in hospitality. the cadence line is our contract broadloom focused on fashionable corporate projects. our newest line, nest, brings high design home with richly textured wool broadloom for luxury residential spaces.
our in-house design team and manufacturing capabilities enable us to provide custom products that meet architects' and designers’ high expectations of ... |
| ...emand for
high-end hard surface flooring began to increase the decision to enter this
market came in 1994. today we are still owned and operated by the original
founders, however we have added wool carpet, rugs, porcelain tile, and hardwood
flooring to our portfolio of product offerings. all catalina home products are
developed to complement one another and work cohesively. our goal is... |
| ...made and hand tufting to achieve the superior effect you desire, and still keep you within your budget.
rodeo collection is dedicated to delivering only the finest quality commercial and residential wool and wool blend carpet. we match colors, make precise strike offs, and offer extensive custom design services, to take the hassle out of your project.
from corporate offices to financial institut... |
| ...antrim carpet was acquired by stanton in november 2007 and is the leading importer of hand-loomed goods made from the finest materials available. check out the hand-loomed, wool blend divinity, offering a distressed look as well as the beautiful and sophisticated palermo and palermo lineage. both feature a tip sheared, elegant and understated texture. antrim stocks over 600 broadloom items and boa... |
| ...our artisans bring a tradition of centuries-old, time-honored skill and care
to every rug or carpet we produce. from the spinning of wool to the intricate
weaving of our luxurious textures and patterns,antrim artisans are dedicated to
producing outstanding floor coverings using the finest materials available.
... |
| ... at that
time there were only three other stores selling rugs in atlanta. over the years
we introduced needlepoints, oushaks and various flatweaves. in 2003 we began
producing custom cotton and wool striped rugs of our own design. making the
cover of southern accents in our first year of production was truly a watershed
event for us and lead to our business really taking off. we now have... |
| ...milliken’s roots date back to 1865 when seth milliken and william deering
founded deering milliken company, a small woolen fabrics company in portland,
maine. deering soon left to start his own company. in 1868, seth milliken moved
the company headquarters to new york city, at that time the heart of the
american textile industry. in 1884, the company invested in a new facility in
pacolet... |
| ...h the finest carpet retailers and interior designers
who share the same commitment to quality and service.
unique carpets, ltd. offers value and selection in an array of collections that
include wool berbers, rugged sisals, textured nylons, hand crafted area rugs,
and the signature collections of “shagtastic, couture coordinates, and
contemporary classics”—the finest assortment of texture... |
| ...s was proudly added to the stanton family in 2016. with a legacy spanning over two decades, crescent carpet is known for bespoke, trend-forward designs in luxurious colors and materials, particularly wool and wool blends.
the style is globally influenced by generations of expert artisans based all around the world. the beautiful, hand-loomed bedford cord is one of the lines standout styles featu... |
| ...s proudly added to the stanton family in 2016.
with a legacy spanning over two decades, crescent carpet is known for bespoke,
trend-forward designs in luxurious colors and materials, particularly wool and
wool blends. the style is globally influenced by generations of expert artisans
based all around the world.
... |
| ...nourtex broadloom carpet and runners offer distinctive designer styling and
luxurious construction enhancements at remarkably affordable price points. from
pure wool to specially blended proprietary yarn systems like our woolsoft
... |
| ... use the best products found in nature and combine them with a one-of-a-kind
human touch to produce unique, luxurious handmade products with a stunning look
and feel. using only fine, long staple wool, cavan carpets products will give
you years and years of softness, luxury and enjoyment.
we hope you find this site a useful resource for information about cavan carpets
and our handmade w... |
| ...a rug is a textile floor covering typically consisting of an upper layer of pile attached to a backing. the pile was traditionally made from wool, but, since the 20th century, synthetic fibers such as polypropylene, nylon or polyester are often used, as these fibers are less expensive than wool. the pile usually consists of twisted tufts which are typically heat-treated to maintain their structure... |
| ...axminster carpet is one of the basic weaves that originated in the 1700’s in the town of axminster, england. axminster carpets were knotted in wool on woolen warps, with wefts of flax or hemp, and featured renaissance architectural or floral patterns. the axminster carpet factory closed in 1835 with the advent of industrial weaving machines. the name survives as a generic term for all machine-ma... |
| ...s, expensive axminsters. it was a double loom process and any pattern could be produced in any required shape. it only became popular in america after wwi.
axminster rugs are a beautifully patterned wool carpet woven in the most beautiful array of colors. the "axminster" power look was invented in england in the early 19th century. it was invented to simulate the beauty of hand woven carpet. axmi... |
| ...berber carpet is named after a handmade, bulky wool carpet made by the berber tribes of north africa. the term berber is applied to carpet that has the off-white, heathered look of cloaks used by these tribes of north africa. these carpets use flecked yarns most often in loop styles. the size of the loops varies from large nubby ones to smaller styles. patterned styles of this type of carpeting ar... |
| ...reens, reds, whites, and browns. you'll hear these referred to as beshir, turkoman, or samarkand.
bokhara artisans would incorporate a weave cotton warp and weft (old turkomans were almost always on wool foundation) in a huge variety of qualities, from really bad rugs with fewer than 50 knots per sq. in. to very tightly woven pieces with over 288 knots per sq. in. most have wool pile, but some ha... |
| ...urability.
braided rugs are made by plaiting and coiling material. braided rugs are usually oval but can be round as well. braided rugs are cheerful, handmade rugs produced using scraps of fabric or wool. braided rug antiques - especially early north american braided rugs - can be expensive, but their modern equivalents are much more reasonable. since the cloth strips for the rug came from many d... |
| ...arpet is usually measured in face weight, or how many fibers there are per square inch. the higher the face weight the more plush a carpet will feel.
carpets come in a variety of materials including wool, nylon, olefin and polyester.
there are different types of carpet like twists, which is commonly referred to as a berber. twist carpeting is composed of multiple twisted fibers set into the carp... |
| ... of the mediterranean in the han(206bc-ad220) and tang(168-907) dynasties, and china enjoyed fame as the land of silk in the east.
silk carpet making was not a chinese tradition, but it was born of wool weaving of nomadic tribes. while rugs were being woven in china two thousand years ago, there was not a real industry until the mid-eighteenth century. chinese rugs differ radically from their ma... |
| ...nt and fade
resistant. it has excellent color clarity, color retention, strength, and
abrasion resistance. carpets made from this fiber are easily cleaned and they
resist water soluble stains.
wool
the preeminent natural fiber, wool yields a soft, warm, comfortable feel.
although wool does not possess natural resistance to moisture or abrasion, it
ages well and is easy to clean. becau... |
| ...flokati rugs are greek hand-woven area rugs made from 100-percent wool that are almost always a natural, off-white color. they have been produced for centuries and were a staple of early greek shepherds. the rugs originally serviced the shepherds, being used as clothing, beds for tents, keeping them warm during the long winter months. the 5th century vlachs, who lived in samarina, the highest vill... |
| ...an 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 used throughout europe and north america assures that child labor has not been used: importers pay ... |
| ...hooking is not the same as
latch-hooking, which uses a hinged hook to form a knotted pile from short pieces
of yarn.
hooked rugs are cheerful, handmade rugs produced using scraps of fabric or
wool. antiques - especially early north american hooked rugs - can be expensive,
but their modern equivalents are much more reasonable.... |
| ...india offers a wide range of floor coverings that have evolved over the centuries to suit a variety of tastes, climates and budgets. the woolen and silk carpets are more renowned compared to the other materials such as cotton and several vegetable fibers, which are used for making attractive and practically useful mats and durries. in the early stages, the motifs used in the indian carpets were pu... |
| ... tribes. during their migrations, these nomads, who were exposed to severe weather conditions, learned to use goat hair in the making of their tents. goat hair is longer and much stiffer than sheep's wool. the flat-weave technique was used in the making of nomadic tents.
just as with a little girl's braided pony-tail where strands of the shorter and stiffer hair stick out, the goat hair sticks ou... |
| ...the more
heavily used areas such as halls and passageways. jute is a very versatile,
adaptable yarn which weaves well, looks and feels good and comes in natural
tones. it can also be mixed with wool and linen, enabling more color variations,
and improving durability, so the jute/wool/linen mix can be used throughout the
home except for in kitchens or bathrooms.
coconut husks contain el... |
| ...y.
the two grey hills rug above, is made from all natural colors. meaning their were no commercial or vegital dyes used. the variations in the colors is made by expertly spinning different shades of wool into yarn. the black comes from sheep that produce black wool, the white from sheep that produce white wool, and the different shades of grey come from a combination of both. this style of rug is... |
| ...the hand-stitched needlepoint rug has existed since the times of william the conqueror in 1066 a.d. made popular in the 17th and 18th century salons of europe, this enchanting rug is stitched in pure wool and available in a wide variety of sizes and styles.
needlepoint is more accurately described as an embroidery rather than a weave. woolen yarn threaded through a needle is stitched by hand into... |
| ...uct hair carpet pads which, although
still made, are seldom found in stores.
if you are looking for a gorgeous needle punch carpet, you may want to see
wiltons. the wilton power look weaves the wool and creates the most beautiful
patterns. if you like a trellis design or an intricate floral there are many
needlepoint to choose from. many patterns also have coordinating borders which
ca... |
| ... rugs are now made in romania, iran and india as well. oriental rugs represent a good value as labor costs remain low. the most expensive oriental rugs are woven from silk, cheaper oriental rugs from wool.
the warmth and beauty of oriental rugs bring interest and luxury into almost every room in the house. their amazingly resilient and durable qualities make oriental rugs perfectly suited for hea... |
| ...gn and color depending on what region they come from. saruks, hamodans, kashans, and kirmans, all named for the towns they come from. the most usual material for persian carpets and rugs was, and is, wool, but particularly fine silk persian rugs are now much sought after. in fact, there is an old persian saying: "the richer the man the thinner the carpet", which refers to the superb quality of the... |
| ... families.
there are as many ways of making rag rugs as there are rug-makers. in the old days, rugs were nearly always worked on hessian (sacking) or burlap, but are often made on canvas now. felted wool was usually the main or only fabric used, but we have a vast range of different materials available to us, not all of them fabric! you can use just about anything you can cut into strips, as long... |
| ...inters, the rya rug is found all over scandinavia. originally ryas
rugs were woven on a loom with the pile knotted on the warp threads by hand but
now you can use a canvas foundation and knot the wool with a ratchet hook.
rya rugs have an individual style of coloring. each knot is made of three
strands of wool which allows enormous scope for using different shades of color
to build up a r... |
| ...e in southern france, in the 17th c. students of pierre dupont took control of the hopsice and created a self-supporting factory that flourished through the revolution and napoleon. this hand knotted wool rug of gaily colored florals has an antique washed look. indicate in comments section of the order form the color desired: burgandy, emerald, black, or blue mint. today the word savonnerie means ... |
| ...o beautiful designs, from standard flat weaves in one color to complex ribbed weaves incorporating a variety of shapes and colors.
because sisal fibers can be fairly course, softer materials such as wool and cotton are often added to it to produce a softer and more comfortable rug. even when this technique is employed, the sisal rug will continue to be exceptionally hard wearing. you will find th... |
| ... classic tibetan designs exemplify our inspired recreations of an antique collection which once adorned the aristocratic estates of tibet. woven in tibet from handcarved and handspun tibetan highland wool. available in four categories of designs: geometrics, florals, symbols and wildlife in standard and customized sizes.
due to political change in tibet from 1959 through the early 60's, thousands... |
| ...ith the ghiordes knot. the colors most frequently used are red and blue; green, their sacred color, is used on prayer rugs. you'll find turkish rugs called koula, ladik, bergoma, milas, or ghiordes.
wool is the primary material used to make turkish rugs. many rugs are made totally from wool where it is used for both warps and wefts, and wool is the primary weft material used with cotton warps, wh... |
| ...l variables - the quality and amount of the dyeing agent, the quality and temperature of the water and the time allotted to soaking - must be correctly proportioned in a particular application to the wool, a material with a set of variable properties of its own. to this already complicated brew yet another ingredient is usually added, namely a fixative, a bonding agent known as "mordant". it is ap... |
| ...wool's naturally crimped shape is the formation of millions of air pockets
that act as insulation to help regulate room temperature and reduce energy
bills. also, berber carpet is easy to clean and purifies your indoor air for up
to 30 years from common contaminants like formaldehyde, nitrogen dioxide and
sulfur dioxide by locking the contaminants deep in the core of the fiber.
soft, ye... |
| ...you will find that wool area rugs differ greatly in terms of their quality and price. this is due to a number of variable factors, but primarily it is simply down to the many different varieties of sheep’s wool that can be used in the production of these rugs. not only can the wool vary depending on its breed and country of origin, but its age and general health will also help to determine how goo... |
| ... easier.
flat weave rugs do not shed. without a cut pile or constant friction on the ends of threads, flat weave rug fibers typically won’t shed as much as other types of rugs — even in the case of wool, which typically sheds more than other rug materials.
flat weave rugs are relatively inexpensive. flat weave rugs are wonderful examples of fine craftsmanship, but they take much less time to m... |
| ...ur home entirely of these microscopic particles, but you can minimize dust, pet dander, mold, pollen and other annoying allergens in the air that trigger allergic reactions. did you know that natural wool carpet is an effective tool in your anti-allergy arsenal?
a properly maintained wool carpet can improve indoor air quality and have a beneficial effect on your health.
there’s a common misperce... |
| ...ion of density and fiber. the denser the pile (with closer tufts or stitches), the better your area rug will wear.
synthetic yarns – nylon, polyester, acrylic and polypropylene – and the naturals – wool and cotton – are durable, soft and easy to clean.
you’ve got to hand it to machine-made area rugs; they may look strikingly similar to the handmade kind, but they’re usually much less expensive... |
| ...osed portion of a design, usually in the center of the rug field. common shapes are octagons, hexagons, and diamonds.
rug fiber
there are three basic types of rug fiber - polypropylene, nylon and wool. all create beautifully-colored, rich designs in a soft, thick, luxurious pile for unsurpassable style, quality and value.
polypropylene - is a petroleum-based fiber formed into yarns by a pr... |
| ...with products designed specifically for laminate surfaces. avoid using soap or detergents mixed with water, as these can cause the laminate to swell or bubble. never use abrasive materials like steel wool on laminate, as they can scratch the surface.
when spills occur, use a damp cloth to blot them up as quickly as possible. always avoid leaving liquids standing on your laminate floors.
misconce... |
| ...th a fresh twist that makes them relatable to today's lifestyles. the unifying
theme is tradition with a modern spirit and relevance."
gilded age
a transitional rug design of 100% new zealand wool constructed in moldova on
wilton looms with a lush pile. interpreted with a painterly hand that provides a
fresh perspective on the brocade motif, gilded age is available in three
colorways... |
| ... and
diverse shapes. the final patterns surfaced through artful imperfection,
blurring the lines between process and design.”
the patcraft design team chose an array of cotton, linen, silk and wool fabrics
to expose outdoors to metal discarded objects – including building materials,
chains and metal sheeting. using a resist-dyeing technique, the team created a
variety of patterns and ... |
| ...tion. certain materials in your home, such as insulation, can be replaced with sustainable options that also improve indoor air quality. consider replacing your existing attic insulation with sheep's wool insulation, such as all-natural options from havelock wool. this renewable, high-performing and safe-to-handle material excels at managing moisture while improving indoor air quality through the ... |
| ...n wardrobe. (but don’t worry — you don’t have to say good-bye to your beloved flips flops, just “until we meet again next spring.”)
“we take out lots of really lovely textural throw pillows and rich woolen blankets – think pendleton and hudson’s bay striped blankets — and we cozy up,” says justin, adding, “and don’t forget your winter woollies. when the weather is changing, sometimes it’s less ab... |
| ...rich charcoal. to avoid “boring,” layer in lots of texture and organic materials like natural wood furniture, linen curtains, fluffy pillows and soft rugs like the rh baby & child chunky braided wool rug in cream. a plus with this trend is that you can pair this gender-neutral palette with accessories of any color, should you want to add in a pale pink or navy blue blanket after the baby’s ar... |
| ...g throughout the process. consider using a solvent that removes the finish and conditions the wood at the same time, such as minwax antique furniture refinisher. wear rubber gloves and use fine steel wool to gently rub in small circles until the old finish is removed. once the old finish is removed, it’s important to protect the surface. try using a one-step stain and finish such as minwax polysha... |
| ..., grasses, jute, reeds, rattan and other natural renewable resources for honest, simple beauty. smith suggests using timber and wicker furniture, ribbed and woven finishes on accessories, and layered wool throws in the living area of the kitchen to bring a sense of the outdoor into the home.
you can judge a book by its cover
exterior design and landscaping say just as much about a home as it... |
| ..." she said. "more than any other room, upholstery is important. in your bedroom, you want everything soft. you don't necessarily need a lot of patterns or colors. the key is to contrast textures like wools, linens, cashmeres and knits to make it feel inviting. remember to keep everything in your color palette to avoid it looking messy or feeling busy."
here is her step-by-step guide to layering ... |
| ...e can lead you to some beautiful bargains. you can use remnants to recover pillows, add banding to drapes, or make runners for the table or buffet. try adding a luxurious throw to the sofa or a small wool rug on top of existing carpet for a cozy, layered look.
you can also consider investing in having a quality piece of furniture reupholstered. look for a fabric that is not only beautiful, but ... |
| ...ll prevent mineral deposits from building up on the surface.
* once a week, scour the sink with a non-abrasive cleaner, such as an all-purpose cleanser or glass and surface cleaner. do not use steel wool, wire brushes or abrasive sponges.
* if you want to make a stainless steel sink shine, use a stainless steel cleaner or a small amount of olive oil.
small appliances
* to freshen up your di... |
| ...ight seal can allow a variety of pests to enter the home and can allow warm air to escape.
* use caulk to seal any holes or cracks in your home's exterior. large holes should be stuffed with steel wool or wire before sealing with caulk or other materials.
* eliminate cracks or openings around pipes and utility lines that enter the home. these are potential problem areas that can allow pests in... |
| ...man crimson has been updated with vivid shades of red and brown accented by peacock blue and bronze to create a lush, fresh look with intricate energy. it is woven on an axminster loom of new zealand wool, which is sustainable, renewable and combines softness with performance. it coordinates with karastan’s bella rosa, another classic beauty in brilliant red.
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| ...n be repurposed or recycled at the end of their lifespan - will be in high demand. vollf adds that using such natural textures as hemp, jute, organic cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo fiber, organic wool and linen, and soy silk will help keep it simple but still green.
for more information on top trends, go to www.muralsyourway.com.
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dalton—karastan has become the first company to carry the wool: clean air certified label on all of its wool carpets and rugs (fcnews, dec. 6/13, 2010).
products approved to carry the label are tested by an independent laboratory and must pass stringent voc emission testing for 13 contaminants. the products are required to meet scientifically established testing standards that verify reduc... |
| ... pavilion twilight rug as her “favorite” because she loved the rich jewel-toned colors and thought it would be the perfect piece to “dress up” her dining room. woven on axminster looms of new zealand wool, pavilion twilight offers a modern design—a carnival of floating and overlapping medallions creating a kaleidoscope of visual interest.
“i put it in the dining room so everyone could enjoy its r... |
| ...oor air contaminants is a growing concern in residential as well as commercial interiors. although many materials, including carpet, pass tests for minimum voc (volatile organic compounds) emissions, wool goes a giant step further by removing contaminants from the air and improving the health of the indoor environment.
wools of new zealand is giving voice to the unique attributes of wool throug... |
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marietta, ga, december 1, 2010—wools of new zealand is impacting the market with targeted programs that will be showcased at surfaces under the umbrella of a newly designed booth.
over the past year, the company has focused on retail growth, education, promotional programs and leed compliant initiatives that build on the value of the wools of new zealand brand. included in these efforts a... |
| ...ne to bolster rather than distract from the rest of the décor in the living room. they also used fifth avenue (ateliere) in the guest bedroom, gingham stitch (mercury beige) in the master bedroom and woolcheck (silver) in the study. all of these karastan styles are woven of 100% new zealand wool.
• town&country—six degrees of separation. designersteven gambrel depicted the layered and lavish li... |
| ...n be repurposed or recycled at the end of their lifespan - will be in high demand. vollf adds that using such natural textures as hemp, jute, organic cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo fiber, organic wool and linen, and soy silk will help keep it simple but still green.
for more information on top trends, go to www.muralsyourway.com.
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| ...we learned that "excess access" is a non-profit that takes surplus materials and re-purposes them for other uses. in our case, waste wool yarn will soak up oil!!
we generate leftover wool yarns on every production run, and had over 3,000 pounds of wool that we could dispatch to the cause immediately.
excess access is requesting any natural fibers toward the cause. for more information v... |
| ... particularly in public spaces like hotel lobbies.
while business conditions are looking up for some, buyers remain wary and seek quality and value in purchases. products of higher quality such as wool, cotton and natural fibers, solid woods, marble and stone last a long time and generally reflect good value. these types of product will most likely come in more muted tones of celadon, jade, yel... |
| ... and naturally in karastan’s woven introductions for 2010. popular sisal-like weaves head into spring with fresh colors. several of these eco-friendly carpets are crafted of sustainable and renewable wools of new zealand brand wool for durability, easy care and comfort. they all have a free and breezy spirit that is both casual yet sophisticated.
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agave reflections offers a co... |
| ...karastan wool the natural choice... |
| ...february 9, 2017—kennedy frierson, jared coffin and dan phelan, president, vp rugs and wool, and vp of marketing and hard surface (respectively) with dixie group, and kemp harr, publisher of floor focus magazine, discuss new products within the dixie group's three brands, business conditions, an ongoing commitment to stainmaster and the firm's introduction of a new line of lvt products. watch the ... |
| ...the ‘crafting the yarn’ video is the latest in our fleece to floor series, outlining the manufacturing process of our yarn. in the 1950’s, brintons invented the 80 percent wool, 20 percent nylon blend, which is now the global standard for carpet around the world. the blend combines the comfort of wool with the strength and durability of nylon.... |
| ...a cozy knit sweater. a warm woolen blanket. the bold seams of a fitted jacket. these natural textiles encourage and enhance every part of our daily lives. and now, inspired by the familiar comfort of these very fabrics, milliken has created an all-new collection of high-end carpeting. with 5 textured patterns and 16 hue selections, modern bliss offers a serene carpet solution that is not only beau... |
| ...Loop-pile carpet tufted with thick yarn, such as wool, nylon or olefin. Often having random specks of color in contrast to a base hue, this floor covering has a full, comfortable feel, while maintaining an informal, casual look. Currently, this term has expanded to describe many level or multi-level loop carpet styles... |
| ...Originally made of vegetable fibers, the carpet industry has recently captured the look of natural sisal and jute with the gentler, more comfortable synthetic alternatives. Wool and synthetic alternatives are almost worry-free and offer a variety of interesting textures, patterns and prints... |
| ...A brush designed with a series of delicate stripes of a different tone closely paralleling each other - running horizontally across the face of the rug. In wool rugs this is done deliberately to cheer up a plain, open-field background which the weaver felt was monotonous... |
| ...A complex machine made rug woven to a flexible cotton frame that can contain up to 70 colors of wool. Its invention in 1882 in the midst of the industrial revolution practically destroyed the handknotted rug industry. It was thought that mechanized items were all going to be of superior quality, a theory later shelved... |
| ...A small tuft of fibers from a rug may be burned to test for its content. For example cotton has a vegetable smell when burned. Wool smells faintly like hair. Silk smells distinctly like human hair when burned... |
| ...The fine whiskers from the chin of sheep that are sometimes set aside a special ceremonial carpet. Chin wool carpets are considered finer than silk ones but are very rare. Turkmen tribes most notably use this fiber for their finest carpets... |
| ...A reversible, flat-woven rug with a loose weave and a casual feel, often brightly colored. Dhurries are usually woven in India with either cotton or wool. The design is created by interweaving colored weft threads through the warp threads... |
| ...A rug that is either entirely handknotted (finished with knots) or handtufted (yarn is pushed through the canvas using a tufting instrument). These rugs generally are made of wool or other fine materials such as silk. They are generally more expensive than machine-made rugs... |
| ...A reversible flatweave rug, similar to a dhurrie but more tightly woven. These most often are made of wool... |
| ...A rug that is produced using an automtated loom for yarn placement and weaving. Fringe on these rugs may either be sewn into the rug or sewn on by hand later. Often made of polyproplyene, acrylic or wool, these rugs generally are less expensive than handmade rugs... |
| ...Often refers to an ivory or earth-toned rug where the texture of the rug is the main feature. These rugs are usually made of sisal, jute or woo... |
| ...A mechanically assisted technique for manufacturing rugs in which tufts of wool are punched through base fabric to color in a silk screen design painted on the base. The back of the base is then painted with thick Latex glue and covered with a sacking material. Mostly this method is used in China to produce inexpensive versions of their handknotted rugs... |
| ...A machine loomed carpet with a limited color palette. Most today are made of synthetic fiber and have dubious durability. Well made wool wiltons can last as long as 15 years of more. Most Wiltons are made in time sharing factories that manufacture wiltons for many companies at the same time. Modern Wiltons are the first type of rug to be computerized and automated... |
| ...Spinning method which produces bulky, hairy yarn, usually used for wool yarns. A series of cards, or large cylinders with comb-like teeth, straighten the fibres into a paralleled fibre webbing. This webbing is blended with other webbing, then spun into yarn... |
| ...The original carpet fibre. Wool is noted for its excellent dyeability, luxurious feel and relatively high cost... |
| ...Angora wool is from the angora rabbit. This soft fiber is used in sweaters, mittens and baby clothes... |
| ...Camel hair is from the extremely soft and fine fur from the undercoat of the camel. Camel’s hair can be used alone but is most often combined with fine wool for overcoating, topcoating, sportswear and sports hosiery. Because of the beauty of the color, fabrics containing camel’s hair are usually left in the natural camel color or dyed a darker brown. Light weight and soft, it is said that a 22 oz.... |
| ...bers from the long, coarse hair is tedious and difficult, contributing to the expense of the fabric. The soft hair is woven or knitted into fine garments and can also be blended with silk, cotton, or wool... |
| ...s usually measured in face weight, or how many fibers there are per square inch. The higher the face weight the more plush a carpet will feel.
Carpets come in a variety of materials including wool, nylon, olefin and polyester.
There are different types of carpet like twists, which is commonly referred to as a berber. Twist carpeting is composed of multiple twisted fibers set into t... |
| ...A carpet is a textile floor covering typically consisting of an upper layer of pile attached to a backing. The pile was traditionally made from wool, but since the 20th century, synthetic fibers such as polypropylene, nylon or polyester are often used, as these fibers are less expensive than wool. The pile usually consists of twisted tufts that are typically heat-treated to maintain their struc... |
| ...tiffer than the cheaper polyethylene, is used to produce carpet yarns because it is still less expensive than the other materials used for carpets. It is difficult to dye and does not wear as well as wool or nylon.
Polypropylene, sometimes referred to simply as "olefin", is commonly used to construct berber carpets. Large looped olefin berber carpets are usually only suited for light dome... |
| ...Wool carpet has excellent durability, can be dyed easily and is fairly abundant. When blended with synthetic fibres such as nylon the durability of wool is increased. Blended wool yarns are extensively used in production of modern carpet, with the most common blend being 80% wool to 20% synthetic fibre, giving rise to the term "80/20". Wool is relatively expensive and consequently it only compr... |