Persian rugs are the most common antique rugs in the market. They date back 2,500 years and their fame continues to grow. If you are planning of installing them in your home, here are a few facts you should know about them:
Persian rugs are only those that originate in Iran
A Persian rug is a handmade rug made in Iran. Due to the popularity of the rugs and huge market, other countries such as Pakistan, china, and India have tried copying the designs. This has resulted to the coining of the term “oriental rugs.” The term includes rugs made from these other countries.
Oriental rugs are either machine or handmade. While machine made rugs look beautiful when new, they often don’t last for long.
It’s easy to know whether a rug is machine or handmade. Look at the back of the rug. If the area rug has a uniform design, it’s machine made.
If you want a real Persian rug, go for one made from Iran. Look at the back of the rug and you will see the country of origin.
The rugs are made from different materials
The rugs are made from different materials including: silk, cotton and wool. Sometimes they are made from a combination of the three. Handmade rugs take months or even years to make where they go for prices of up to a million dollars.
The rugs are maintenance free
Due to the tightness of their knots, dust particles rarely settle inside them. To clean them you need to take them outside and gently beat them with a stick. You can also use an electric sweeper to clean the woolen versions.
To maintain their great look, take them outside and hose them down at least once a year. To avoid damage, use a mild detergent.
Stains are the largest enemies of Persian rugs. When spills happen, clean them immediately using a mild detergent.
They aren’t delicate
There are some homeowners who think that all Persian rugs are delicate, but this isn’t the case. The delicacy of the rugs depends on the material used. Woolen Persian rugs are tough thus ideal for areas that attract high traffic such as living room. They are also ideal if you have pets. The knots are tightly woven thus pets can’t destroy them.
Conclusion
These are the facts that you need to know about contemporary Persian rugs. When buying them, buy from a reputable Persian rug store.
