Avoid Water Damage on Your Oriental Rug
Most varieties of Oriental rugs have wool pile, but many have cotton warp and weft. This cotton foundation can be...
Qualities of an Oriental Rug
The knot type and size is an aspect of determining the quality of a rug’s construction, but there are many...
Common Misconceptions About New Oriental Rugs
There are many common misconceptions about new oriental rugs. In this post, we will uncover the truth about new oriental...
Caring For Your Oriental Rug
The beautiful area rugs you have in your home need more care than wall-to-wall carpeting. Here are some tips to...
Chinese Rugs
It is generally assumed that rug-weaving was brought into China, probably from Turkestan or Mongolia, some time before the reign...
Glossary of Rug Terms #14
Every month or so, we will post a few interesting rug-related terms and their definitions in this glossary for your...
Glossary of Rug Terms #13
Every month or so, we will post a few interesting rug-related terms and their definitions in this glossary for your...
The Origins of Rug Designs
It is impossible to say with any degree of certainty exactly where, when, and how the majority of rug designs...
Glossary of Rug Terms #12
Every month or so, we will post a few interesting rug-related terms and their definitions in this glossary for your...
Rug Materials
Oriental Rugs always use natural fibers, and any rug containing synthetic material will invariably have been machine made. The only...