How do I clean a wool mat?

Gently vacuum without a rotating brush roll to remove loose dust and grit from the wool fibres. Professional specialist cleaning is recommended for addressing deeper soiling or spills to protect the natural dyes.

Where were these rugs made?

The pieces originate from traditional weaving centres across Persia, Anatolian villages, the Caucasus, and Inner Asia. Nomadic tribes and settled village communities produced distinct regional styles shaped by local materials.

What is a prayer niche?

A prayer niche, or mihrab, is an architectural arch design woven into the upper section of specific rugs. This motif points toward Mecca during prayer and serves as a primary identifier for prayer rugs.

Are these rugs suitable for high traffic?

Wool possesses natural elasticity and lanolin, which helps the fibres resist crushing and repels dirt effectively. Thicker pile rugs and tightly knotted formats handle moderate household foot traffic well over time.