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Hand-Knotted Rugs - The Best In Quality

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   Bringing color into your house is often a difficult process. Painting the walls, choosing furniture and hangers, and being physically upset often cause people off taking the plunge. But have you ever wondered how carpet can be used to add brightness and style to a room without the complete renovation you might be afraid of? There is a huge variety of carpets in the market today which are astonishing. The amount and choice of available rugs has increased dramatically due to the availability of inexpensive manufacturing processes and labor in the Far East. But the timeless craftsmanship of hand-weaving and knotting that has been the preserve of artisans for centuries will ensure the highest quality. Hand-knotted, a rug manufacturing technique developed by the most basic flat weaving technique. Weavers work on the basic structure of warp and weft threads by tying individual knots to the frame by hand. Gradually knots are made, a pattern or design is formed, and when the carp...

Oushak Rugs Adding Glitter to Your Decor, Use Wisely

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  Why there's so much buzz about rugs? What's so astonishing about these? Why they are finding so much prominence? Control your excitement! In this blog, we are going to unravel the mystery. Rugs are decor materials that light up the space with its warmth and comfort, be it a gallery or a living room, or an official conference room. Such is their versatility, these can be installed anywhere, anytime. From time immemorial, rugs have been in use. These were used at places of worship, houses, and community places. Understanding Oushak Rugs As the name suggests, these rugs trace their origination from an ancient town of Turkey, Oushak. In the modern era, its location is - South of Istanbul. As far as influence is concerned, design and pattern demonstrate Persian influence. Benefits Here are a few major benefits of Oushak Rugs: Complements well with a carpet It complements well with carpet! When placed on top of the carpet, these soft items provide a protective shield to...

Important Tips to Buying Vintage Rugs

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   Vintage rugs can be a great addition to any room design, but there are a few tips you need to take to ensure that your chosen rug or carpet will give years of use and enjoyment for years to come. These is the first important tips for creating a budget. If you take a look at all the vintage rugs available in the online store, you will soon see that the prices vary widely from carpet to carpet and from company to company. By keeping a set budget in mind, you can determine which of these items you can afford and which should be given up. This may be one of the steps that you can take to narrow your search. The next step after you've determined your budget is to explore online stores and high street stores to determine the quality of the vintage rugs you are considering. Quality is essential, even if the rug is vintage in design, it should not be worn so much that it will last only a few months, or at most a year. You need the highest quality product that can guarantee you a l...

There are Many Varieties of Traditional Rugs Available

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  Traditional rugs , adorned with majestic elegance, are not only used for decoration inside the magnificent palace, but are also used in ordinary residences. But apart from their uniqueness, these rugs convey the culture and history that anyone should know before buying. Rugs of the world • Persian rug In Persia, rug weaving is very popular as a great expression of national art and culture. It is divided into three groups: Farsh (size over 6x4 ft), QÄ licheh (means rugs 6x4 feet or less), and Gelim (means rough carpet). • Tibetan rug Made of wool from the Tibetan highland sheep, these rugs are commonly referred to as seating rug, or areas better known as "kaden". The technique of making rugs is a present symbol of Tibet's ancient traditional crafts. It is recognized as one of the best handmade rug. • Turkish Rug Since these rugs originate in different regions of Turkey, the direction, material, design direction and weaving technique are unique. Locally reno...

How to Use Turkish Rugs

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  Turkish rugs are either woven or knotted, with many of them still handmade in some areas of Turkey. How you use these rugs depends on their type, manufacturing method and feature design. These rugs can be used as floor and furniture coverings as well as wall coverings. Although these beautiful creations are usually made in factories, the artwork depicting these Turkish rugs has been passed down from generation to generation in Turkey. Using Turkish Rugs as flooring - You will see many Turkish rugs that will be woven and have a geometric pattern. You shouldn't expect the nuances you will see in Oriental carpets, nor the artwork that is common in Persian rugs. Turkish rugs are made of wool or silk, or are usually a combination of both and are generally thinner than thick oriental carpets. If you are using a Turkish rug as a floor covering, then you need to put down a special type of protection in place so that anyone walking on it does not slip. This is true if you are using it t...

Where to Use Traditional Rugs at Home

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  You can very easily to change your home or a new look using just a floor rug. Floor rugs come in a variety of designs, styles, shapes and sizes. This is a great choice when it comes to home decor. Among the many styles available, traditional rugs have a fairly large following. These rugs will give your home a classic look that will never goes beyond style. At home, you can use traditional rugs in several places. The first is in the living room. This is a great spot for Turkish or Persian rugs. You can use more than one rug if you have a large and spacious space. Don't know how to pair? There are many manufacturers who produce traditional rugs that complement each other. These rugs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so you can easily find a pair to match your living room. If you don't have extravagant space, you can do the same with a lone rug in the center of the living room. The dining room is also a great place for these type of floor rugs. These rugs look very good i...

Using Woven Rugs to Cover Up Problems on Walls

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If there is an unsightly spot on the wall or something that you want to cover, one way to do this is to use woven area rug. Woven variety is lighter and easier to hang than most other types of rugs. Here you will find a wide variety of woven rugs that are ideal for hanging on the walls. You can hang woven rugs in many ways. The best way to use them is to hang them with curtain poles. Take a decorative curtain rod and some muslin material and attach it to the end of the rug. Then wrap the material around the pole to make a knot on it. Make sure the pole extends to the desired location so that the rugs naturally cover the offending objects on the wall. This is a great way to cover up items that are no longer used, or that are still in use but look unsightly. If you have an old doorbell or some kind of electronic outlet that is no longer used, you can cover it with a woven area rugs instead of just leaving it open. Other problem areas on the wall may contain clearly visible patch areas....