Where should I place a long runner rug?

These narrow textiles suit hallways, grand landings, and galley spaces where bare timber or stone requires softening. They protect high-traffic corridors while introducing historic pattern and colour to otherwise plain transitional areas.

How do I clean an antique wool runner?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush roll prevents dust accumulation in the wool pile. Professional specialist cleaning remains essential for addressing deep soil without disturbing natural dyes.

Are these runners made of pure wool?

The majority of these pieces utilise hand-spun or pure wool for the surface pile, often paired with cotton foundation warps and wefts. This combination offers both the soft resilience of wool and the structural stability needed for long narrow formats.

How do I tell different regional styles apart?

Persian Heriz runners typically display bold geometric medallions, while Caucasian and Kurdish pieces favour sharper tribal polygons and dense repeating motifs. Turkish Oushak and Anatolian examples often exhibit more relaxed floral layouts and softer pastel or earthy dye palettes.