Articles and advice about rugs

What makes oriental rugs so appealing?

Date : February 22, 2012 — Posted in Interior Design, Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Fiona — Comments (0)

Some of the most impressive rugs that you can get for your living room are oriental rugs. There are a number of different factors that make oriental rugs such great choices. Their features contribute towards a really positive environment in your living room and this is certainly something you want to encourage if you can.
History
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Oriental rugs continue to capture the imagination of the British public

Date : August 5, 2011 — Posted in Interior Design, Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Charlie — Comments (0)

Oriental attitudes have long played a part in Western approaches to design. This is particular evident in the household where people have employed Eastern designs for centuries. Much of the appeal of Oriental style in the home is down to attributes of exoticism and spirituality.
Oriental rugs are a good example of how the East influences [...]

The richness and heritage of popular oriental rugs

Date : July 6, 2011 — Posted in Interior Design, Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Fiona — Comments (0)

Oriental rugs are largely popular because of their stunning patterns. Rugs as we know them actually originated in the Middle East and their sense of exotic appeal is something that has been passed down through generations so that even now, in the days when people are so widely travelled and countries are so culturally diverse, [...]

Oriental rugs – history and exoticism in interior design

Date : June 27, 2011 — Posted in Interior Design, Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Charlie — Comments (0)

Oriental rugs make really splendid additions to a living room space. This style of rug is among the most popular styles, not just here in the UK but right across Europe and the world. This is probably something to do with the fact that rugs actually originated in the Middle East and the Orient.
As a [...]

A designer rug which retains that traditional style

Date : May 29, 2011 — Posted in Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Fiona — Comments (0)

Just because you are searching for a fashionable designer rug doesn’t mean that it has to come in a contemporary design. This may not always be appropriate, especially in a home which has a more classic look. Like anything else you choose to decorate the home with, the rug needs to complement the existing décor [...]

Things to consider when buying a Persian rug

Date : April 12, 2011 — Posted in Oriental Rugs — Written by Charlie — Comments (0)

Handmade rugs from Turkey, Pakistan, India and Persia are called Oriental rugs. A Persian rug can be an oriental rug but not all oriental rugs are Persian rugs. Iran has been a leading manufacture of Persian rugs for a long time.
Some features of Persian rugs
An original Persian rug is made from natural materials. Along [...]

All you need to know about Oriental rugs

Date : March 22, 2011 — Posted in Oriental Rugs — Written by Fiona — Comments (0)

The rugs made in the Asian countries like India, Pakistan, Turkey and other Far East countries too are called Oriental rugs. Rugs are an elegant accessory which provides an interesting and sophisticated look to your room. Oriental rugs add a certain amount of charm to your home. There are Oriental rugs available in most countries; [...]

Oriental rugs – Reasons to buy them over others

Date : December 1, 2010 — Posted in Oriental Rugs, Rugs — Written by Fiona — Comments (0)

Are you planning to replace the rugs in your living room? If your answer is yes, then consider various types of rugs available today. This includes oriental rugs, Persian and sheepskin rugs. Out of these options, oriental rugs are preferred by many people. This is because they offer excellent benefits.
Enhancing the appearance of your home
As [...]

Smart tips and suggestions to clean oriental rugs

Date : November 30, 2010 — Posted in Oriental Rugs — Written by Charlie — Comments (0)

Gone are the days when wall paints and exotic furniture items enhanced the décor of your room. It is now time for rugs to take over. Sheepskin rugs, oriental rugs, large rugs and the forever popular Persian rugs – you name it; it is available.
Oriental rugs are fairly popular and commonly used in most [...]

Oriental rugs – how are they made?

Date : November 25, 2010 — Posted in Oriental Rugs — Written by Liam — Comments (0)

As they are exclusively hand-woven, oriental rugs are unique, precious, exquisite and often more expensive compared to other types of rugs.
The weaving and knots of oriental rugs
Oriental rugs are especially hand-woven on looms. The pattern of these rugs is made from the knot (pile). The pile knots are usually of two types – [...]

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