How do I clean an old carpet?

Surface dust can be removed gently with regular low-suction vacuuming without a rotating brush head. Deep washing requires professional intervention from specialists experienced in traditional vegetable-dyed wool textiles to prevent colour bleeding.

Where should I place a runner?

Runners suit high-traffic transitional zones such as long hallways, entryways, or narrow corridors. They protect bare floorboards while adding a defined stripe of colour and historical texture to domestic circulation spaces.

Are these rugs durable for daily use?

Traditional knotted wool on cotton foundations withstands normal household activity remarkably well due to the inherent resilience of natural animal fibres. Placing an appropriate underlay beneath the textile prevents slipping and reduces friction against hard flooring.

How do I identify different regional styles?

Geometrical layouts and bold corner brackets typically point towards northern village weaving traditions like Heriz or Bidjar. Curvilinear floral sprays and intricate central medallions more frequently associate with urban workshop centres such as Kashan or Isfahan.