Soumak

Soumak

A heavy flat woven rug made with a weft wrapping technique. This technique is also used in commercial rugs that are designed to look like antiques. Most traditional Soumak are made in the Caucasus region.

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Flat Woven Rugs
... type of rug crafted without a pile, resulting in a lightweight and often reversible floor covering. Made through techniques like kilim, dhurrie, and soumak weaving, these rugs are characterized by their tight construction and flat surface. Flat woven rugs are typically made from materials such as w...