How do I choose the right size rug for a hallway?

Measure your floor space carefully, leaving a uniform border of exposed wood or tile around the perimeter of the runner. Narrow runner formats are specifically proportioned for these transitional spaces. Account for door clearance and furniture placement so the textile lies flat without bunching under foot traffic.

What is the difference between a village rug and a city carpet?

Village rugs display geometric designs, spontaneous colour choices, and heavier wool piles woven on domestic looms. City carpets utilise precise cartographic designs prepared by master designers and executed on professional workshop looms. Both categories fall under the broader umbrella of traditional Persian-inspired weaving.

How should I care for an antique wool carpet?

Vacuum gently using a suction-only attachment without the rotating brush roll to protect the hand-knotted pile. Rotate the textile periodically to ensure even wear from foot traffic and sunlight exposure. Professional specialist cleaning is recommended for antique wool and cotton foundations when necessary.

How can I tell if a rug is hand-knotted?

Inspect the reverse side of the textile to see the individual knot heads and the underlying grid of the cotton foundation warp and weft threads. Hand-knotted pieces show slight irregularities in the knot pattern and fringe that stems directly from the warp threads. Machine-made copies display uniform backing structures without individual hand-tied knots.

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When buying a persian style rug, you choose between village runners, large room-sized carpets, and compact tribal pieces woven across the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.