How do I style a large wool carpet?

Position the carpet so that the principal furniture pieces sit comfortably on top, anchoring the seating arrangement within the room. Allow enough surrounding floorboards to show so the scale of the textile flatters the proportions of the space.

Where should a runner rug be placed?

Place runners in high-traffic transition spaces such as long hallways, grand entryways, or narrow corridors to soften footsteps. Ensure there is adequate clearance for doors to open freely over the thickness of the wool pile.

How do I care for antique wool rugs?

Vacuum the carpet gently on a low suction setting without a rotating brush roll to protect the historic wool fibres from unnecessary friction. Rotate the piece periodically to ensure even exposure to foot traffic and sunlight across the entire surface.

What distinguishes different regional rug styles?

Regional styles reveal themselves through distinct design vocabularies, such as the bold geometric medallions of Heriz or the intricate all-over floral patterns of Mahal. Palette choices and knotting densities also point directly back to the specific workshops and tribal groups that produced them.