Persian Rugs
Persian is one of the ancient nations in the world and has rich history of socialization.
Persians also have rich history in weaving techniques of stylish, beautiful and luxurious carpet manufacturing since the 5th century BC. Persian rugs combine vibrant colors, unique designs and luxurious fabrics that bring elegance to your home. It's no wonder Persian rugs have become increasingly popular and still they are Iran's largest cultural export product. Today Persian rugs contain many religious, geographical and historical patterns that reflect Iranian culture and their ancestor’s traditions.
Weaving is one of the earliest arts in the world. Persian rugs have a rich and productive history. It is clear from rug making history that weaving existed as early as the 5th century BC. Persia became important in rug trading in the 17th century, because of commerce passing through the famous Silk Road, the 7,000 mile route which spanned China, Central Asia, Northern India, and the Parthian and Roman Empires.
Persian carpets were originally made of sheep's wool with some cotton all over. Today's Persian rugs often use synthetic or artificial fibers to replicate traditional rugs at affordable prices. Synthetic rugs are usually more affordable in prices than natural material made rugs and they also have high level of stain resistance than natural rugs.
When you plan to purchase a Persian rug, then strictly follow these tips. Keep in your mind to check the quality of your desired rug.
- First of all, make sure whether it is hand made or machine made? Persian rug’s quality depends on thickness which might range from 40 to 1000 knots per inch. Expensive rugs often have high knot counts while low prices rugs may have low knot counts.
- Find out whether the rugs are made from natural or synthetic fibers using natural dyes. Natural dyes are taken from vegetables while artificial dyes are composed of chemicals such as aniline and chrome.
- What type of cleaning and maintenance required for the rug? To what extent, it is stain resistant.
A synthetic machine made Persian rug’s price range starts from 100 dollars up to 1000 dollars. Their distinguishing prices depend on the quality, fiber used, rug manufacturing techniques and accuracy of design and size. Beautiful and elegant Persian rug is a wonderful way to add the element of warmth; and to decorate your living space or any other luxurious commercial place. If you have hardwood floors or laminate floors, rugs can protect the floors from scratches by chairs and wear and tear on high traffic areas of the floor. Persia is considered as Guru of rugs' manufacturing in the world.
