Where should I place a runner?

These long carpets suit hallways, corridors, and narrow passageways where linear floor space benefits from warmth and pattern. They also serve effectively in kitchens and beside beds to provide soft underfoot textures.

How do I care for antique wool?

Vacuum gently with the beater bar disengaged to protect the hand-knotted pile from excessive friction and fibre loss. Professional specialist cleaning preserves the natural dyes and historical structure of the textile.

What is a tribal design?

Tribal designs originate from nomadic or village groups who wove from memory rather than formal workshop cartoons. These patterns often display geometric freedom, spontaneous colour shifts, and symbolic motifs.

How do I identify age?

Dating relies on assessing the natural dye palettes, the composition of the wool, and structural wear patterns characteristic of specific decades. Earlier nineteenth-century pieces typically display softer secondary colours and finer hand-spun textures compared to later productions.