Revealing the Beauty of Persian Rugs

When you are placing the carpets on the floor, make sure you keep in mind that low pile carpeting is very much in fashion now. Dark colors went out of fashion much earlier including the shag and bulky carpets. People now seem to prefer plain, sophisticated and elegant designs, as they blend in with the minimalist style of most modern home – and at the same time they serve to add warmth to them.

The true beauty of Persian Rugs derives from the people who weave Persian Rugs. When we talk about the Persian or Iranian people we are not speaking of one broad ethnic group we are talking about many. While most Persians are Indo European a significant portion are Altaic/Turkic, Dravidian, Kartvelian/Georgian, and Afro-Asiatic. Currently the people of Iran speak 79 different languages and countless dialects.

Much like the United States people from many backgrounds come together and make one people. One must not try to argue that certain people are true Persians and some are Azeris or Arabs, the people of Iran are the Persian people no matter what their milk tongue. For instance the Persians who weave Tabriz Rugs are by and large the Southern Azeri speaking Persians who speak the Tabrizi dialect of Southern Azeri.

Published in: on July 12, 2010 at 8:14 am  Leave a Comment  

Seagrass In your Home

Seagrass rugs are the least expensive and the most versatile of the natural floor coverings. Products made from this fiber are relatively non-absorbent and hard. They are stain resistant and dirt is easily swept or vacuumed away. The fiber being a natural product contains no chemicals in its manufacture. However, some manufactures in the weaving industry do use latex backing which makes their products more durable and also stops any adhesive that is used during the installation from coming through to the surface.

Consumers who have carpet allergies can easily find ones that have sewn-on cotton backing that contains no harsh chemicals. Even if one does not have sensitivities to allergies, the fabric backing can have an added appeal over others with latex backing.  The fabric is often in a contrasting color, which can add a decorating flair to your decor.

An outstanding feature is that they have a non-porous surface that gives them a naturally smooth texture and sheen quality. Their rigidity gives them natural durability. They compliment a low dust, allergy free, naturally humid environment. Some consumers are drawn to these because of concerns about allergies.

Even if one does not have sensitivities to allergies, the fabric backing can have an added appeal over others with latex backing.  The fabric is often in a contrasting color, which can add a decorating flair to your decor.

Published in: on July 7, 2010 at 6:38 am  Leave a Comment  

Short History of Persian Rugs

Weaving of area rugs is one of the oldest art forms in the world, and in Iran, formerly Persia, they represent a large part of the country’s history and culture. In fact, the oldest known rug in the world is a Persian rug dating back to 500 BC.

At one time it was considered a great honor and a sign of prestige throughout the world to own a hand-woven Persian rug, but nowadays many people are happy to settle for a machine made, cheaper alternative.  More than a million people are currently estimated to be carpet weavers in Iran today, with more than five million Iranian workers total working in the industry.

Probably the best known of all the British Kings to have purchased quality Persian rugs and carpets was King Henry VIII. Paintings show him surrounded by rugs, carpets and drapes and it was he that was largely responsible for the growth in the carpet making industry in England.

Published in: on July 2, 2010 at 7:31 am  Leave a Comment  

Seagrass Rugs in Home Styling

Some of the available rugs, especially the bright floral or sandy beach themed rugs, just beg to be put to use on a patio, porch or family room first. The tike theme that you will find included in a lot of the sisal rugs, bamboo rugs, and sea grass rugs, can easily be worked into any indoor/outdoor family area on your property. Using them in concert with patio furniture can be especially beautiful, and accent pillows with complementary patterns complete the relaxed Hawaiian theme. Add some flameless candles with a lemon scent, especially on a patio or porch, and you can enjoy long balmy evenings surrounded by comfort and minus the bugs.

Use seagrass and sisal rugs to create the perfect earth-friendly home environment. These rugs go great with virtually any wall color and may be used as the center-piece of a room or easily blend in with neutral colors. To draw attention to your seagrass rug or sisal rug, use bold, dramatic wall colors. This will provide the eye to catch the natural tones of the rug. If you want it to blend in, simply paint the room with a shade of brown.

Most seagrass area rugs come in all natural colors, generally different hues of beige and light tans or browns that look great in just about any room in the home. There are a variety of weave patterns that you will find with these types of area rugs. However the most common will be those that are bordered, generally with cotton, wool or sisal. When trying to draw out contrasts in any room, seagrass is a perfect, neutral medium that when bordered with a darker color can really tie in the final touches on nearly any room with any type of furnishings. Because of the natural mid tones that are found in seagrass, it even will work in lavishly decorated rooms that embody many different colors or patterns; seagrass fits in just about everywhere.

Published in: on June 30, 2010 at 6:08 am  Leave a Comment  

Loomed Rugs and its Importance

When we look at the rug prices we can easily see the difference of each and every rug even with their prices. Hand knotted area rugs are one of the most expensive kind of rugs. This is due to the amount of time and labor that goes into making them. But if your budget is not too limited, these loomed rugs are a great choice as their intricate and unique designs are worth the price that you’ll pay for them.

Long time ago people are fun of handy craft which is one of the most important things in contributing to the way of their living and lifestyle, they can produce hundreds of crafts that can be useful in their home specially rugs. Hand-knotting is a method that is used to weave these rugs. It is the most laborious weaving method and requires a lot of time and plenty of patience. It follows a very complex process in which each knot is part of the rug’s design and adds strength to it. A typical hand knotted rug can take months to complete, depending on the kind of layout and design that is being created.

Knotted rug are almost always made from natural fibers like wool and silk. They come in many styles, which are usually named after the country in which that style originated, and sometimes the rug might even have been manufactured in that country. The most popular hand knotted rug styles are Persian, Turkoman, Pakistani, Turkish, and Anatolian.

Published in: on June 23, 2010 at 3:58 am  Leave a Comment  

Earth Freindly Home Decors

We are experiencing too much heat in our surroundings today, not because it is summer but we are in the most danger stage of global warming. This is cause by the people through making things which are improper, in the tip of our curious mind how we ever think of how to help lessen this kind of problems? We can help of course by buying earth friendly things like loomed rugs.

Woolen rugs are popular for many different reasons; one of the most popular reasons is the resistant nature of wool rugs. Wool fibers do not absorb soil very well. This makes the rugs easier to keep clean.

In addition, wool rugs are said to be resistant to fire. The rugs are safe to put in children’s rooms or in high traffic areas of the home. The material is also resistant to static electricity. Studies show that the wool fiber may suck up to 30% of its own weight in water and it still feels dry to the touch. Wool rugs can actually absorb the water vapor in the air, relieving the humidity in the home.

Wool rugs are also very durable. They can sustain their quality for years, even within the home of an active family.

Wool rug depends on how you look after it once you bring it home. A light vacuuming once a week with slow, even strokes actually helps to improve the quality. A new wool rug may shed a few fibers at first and this is quite natural. With time, the shedding effect will fade and with continued regular vacuuming, your carpet will be better conditioned and have improved quality.

Published in: on June 14, 2010 at 5:36 am  Leave a Comment  

Interior Home Decorating with Knotted Rug

Home decorating with woolen rugs is one of the most common things an interior decorator  do to  make the interior part of the home more stylish and fashionable. Rugs help you complete the decor of a room by using it many ways. For example, you can bring all the elements together of a room by adding an area rug to it or even create a theme around the area rug.

If you rotate the rug to a different angle then this will provide the room with a completely different look. You can also change the knotted rug
and decorate a room according to the seasons. There are so many available rugs on the stores that can suit your budget.

Rugs can be easily taken from one location to another unlike fixed wall to wall carpeting and are easier to pack and unpack. They are also much cheaper than modular flooring solutions. Modular flooring is prone to damage, but area rugs are much more durable. Another advantage is that they are resistant to pollutants and rarely cause a reaction on people who suffer from allergies.

Published in: on June 12, 2010 at 12:36 am  Comments (1)  

Wool Area Rugs, Good For Travelling

Wool area rugs are great for any well traveled area. They can help to protect the wall to wall carpet underneath, or the flooring underneath. Custom area rugs also help in interior design. It can help show your children where they can play and define that play place well with a comfortable custom area rug. You can add a custom area rug to your living room underneath your coffee table.

Wholesale area rugs are good home décor, it is a water resistant and it is also a fire resistant. It is said to be fire resistant because it don’t flame easily when it is burn. It is a water resistant because it doesn’t absorb moisture and it gives of the moisture he has already absorbed. These rugs are good to be a part of the home because of the beauty and the look it had.  Wool area rugs are proven to be versatile to mingle with the other kinds of home décor.

Besides the texture and quality of the wool, there are also many different styles of white area rugs from which to choose. Some are made in the U.S. but many are imported from all over the world. One must differentiate between the types based on their origin. Common terms like “Persian” really don’t provide proper distinction. The term Persian has come to indicate wool rugs from nearly anywhere in the Middle East. While true Persian carpets actually come from Iran, wool rugs are also made in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkey, India and many other places.

Published in: on June 4, 2010 at 6:05 am  Leave a Comment  

Know the Ketchen Area Rugs that will Match Your Home Style

Kitchen area rugs come in a variety of styles, colors, shapes and sizes. Half oval rugs fit well in front of the back door and provide a touch of charm as well as means for wiping your feet so that you do not track dirt through out the rest of the house. There are also round, oval, rectangle and even square or octagon rugs you can choose from making kitchen area rugs a perfect fit for anywhere you want to provide accent.

There are several places that where you can find area rugs of all sizes. Home improvement and interior design stores usually carry a good amount of area rugs, as do many large department stores. Another good way to find large area rugs is online, though you may run into some high shipping costs because of the size and weight of the rugs you order. Rugs can be a decoration in all kinds of home styles because these rugs are very versatile and it doesn’t matter what is the color of your home, it blends and it gives a good ambiance to the furniture and to that over all home theme.

A few areas may have roadside stalls and parking lot tents that sell a nice variety of area kitchen rugs. You will find that the rugs sold at these locations can be significantly more affordable than in other locations. The problem faced by many people buying large area  rugs is getting them home safely and easily.

Published in: on May 28, 2010 at 5:07 am  Leave a Comment  

Handmade Area Rugs for Your Home

In ancient time they are fun of making product specially made by their hands for they are the one who make sure that this product are safe and strong. Styles can vary per room allowing you to have a different look throughout the home. Solid surfaces such as concrete, hardwood, and tile often need that extra touch to add warmth for your feet, reduce echoing, and make the surface safer.

If an anti-skid backing is used, there will be less chance of the rug slipping. This prevents accidents from the rug moving and also on the hard surface itself. A common place for this type of rug is in bathrooms that are covered with tile or linoleum. They are less expensive, more durable, and do not get damaged as easily. If the rug does wear out, it can be replaced with very little trouble or expense.

These hand tufted wool rug also come in a large variety and this also makes them an excellent choice for any room. An infinite number of sizes and styles are available. They come in different colors, designs, and textures.

This means lots of choices and no problems finding a design and style that fits your needs. Smaller handmade area rugs that work for bathrooms and other areas will of course be less expensive and much easier to replace. If you are in need of a larger rug with a very unique design and other qualities, it may be more expensive and require special care to remain looking as beautiful as hand tufted wool rugs the day you bought it.

Published in: on May 27, 2010 at 8:55 am  Leave a Comment  
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