Where do I put a narrow hallway carpet?

These runners fit corridors, staircases, galleries, and long entryways where standard rectangular rugs cannot go. They protect timber floors and soften acoustics in high-traffic passages. Ensure you measure the clear floor space between skirting boards or stairs to leave an even margin of exposed wood or stone on either side.

How do I clean an antique wool runner?

Gentle, regular suction vacuuming without a rotating brush roll keeps dust from settling into the foundation fibres. Address spills immediately by blotting with a dry cloth rather than rubbing. Professional specialist cleaning is advised for deep maintenance to protect natural dyes and fragile wool piles.

How do I identify a Persian tribal runner?

Tribal pieces from regions such as Kurdistan, Afshar, or Baluch display asymmetric layouts, geometric motifs, and earthy palettes directly reflecting nomadic or village traditions. The wool often has a rustic, hand-spun character with slight variations in width along the length. These runners contrast with formal city workshop carpets by prioritising spontaneous designs and saturated secondary colours over strict symmetry.