Where should I place a runner rug?

These long, narrow formats suit hallways, corridors, and narrow entryways where foot traffic benefits from a durable floor covering. They direct movement through a floor plan while introducing rich indigo and patterned borders to otherwise plain transitional spaces.

How do I care for wool carpets?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar prevents dust accumulation within the dense wool pile. Professional cleaning preserves the natural lanolin in the fibres and protects the integrity of vegetable and natural dyes.

What is a prayer rug?

These smaller formats feature a distinct mihrab or arch design indicating the direction of prayer during use. Historically utilised for personal devotion, today they serve as compact decorative mats for small spaces or wall display.

How do I identify a Heriz carpet?

Heriz carpets typically display bold, geometric central medallions set against large angular corner spandrels. They utilise sturdy wool structures woven in specific regions of northwest Persia, resulting in heavy, durable floor coverings.