How do I place an area rug?

Position the piece to anchor your furniture arrangement, ensuring the central motif remains visible rather than entirely concealed beneath a table. Allow sufficient exposed flooring around the perimeter of the room to frame the textile correctly.

What is a tribal rug?

Tribal rugs are woven by nomadic or village communities rather than urban workshops, utilising memory patterns passed down through generations. These pieces often display bolder geometry and expressive, less symmetrical interpretations of traditional motifs.

How do I date an antique rug?

Dating relies on examining the dye palette, wool consistency, structural materials, and regional weaving characteristics recorded in the piece. 19th-century and early 20th-century examples display specific chemical and natural dye shifts alongside distinct structural wear patterns.

Are these carpets suitable for daily use?

Traditional hand-knotted wool textiles possess inherent durability designed to withstand centuries of domestic foot traffic. Appropriate underlays protect the foundation fibres and prevent slipping on smooth flooring.