Antique rugs are one of the most valuable rugs in the market. The rugs are usually handmade and made from a wide range of materials such as wool and silk. They feature animal and plant designs that vary depending on the areas where they come from and the people that make them.

Use of the antique rugs

There are many ways in which you can use the rugs. Some of these ways include:

Covering the floor: This is the most common use of the rugs. You can use them to cover any type of floor. Using a rug that is too big or too small gives an unpleasant look; therefore, always ensure that the rug you buy is of the right size. Also, ensure that the rug complements the look of the house in terms of color and pattern.

Wall hanging: Antique silk rugs are soft thus can’t withstand high foot traffic. To protect them you should hang them on the wall instead of using them to cover the floor. For a great look, ensure that the rug complements your home décor. Most of the rugs hanged on the wall are made from silk but you can always hang woolen or any other types of rugs if they are in beautiful designs.

Covering the tables and bed: You can use rugs with thin piles to cover tables and bed. When using the rug on the table, avoid placing heavy objects on the table as the extra weight can crash the rug. Also, avoid placing flower vases on the rug as water can leak damaging the rug.

Identifying genuine antique rugs

Due to their high value and popularity, there are some people that might try selling you fake rugs as antique. Due to this, you should be cautious when making the purchase. As mentioned above, antique area oriental rugs are handmade. When buying them always look at the back of the rugs. If the back is smooth, it’s most likely made using machines thus not genuine. Also, take a look at the colors. If they are of poor quality, stay away from the rug. If you are having problems identifying a genuine rug, ask a professional to help you out.

If you have bought area rugs before you know that the number of knots in the rug have great influence on the quality of the rug. As rule of thumb, you should buy a rug with a high amount of knots per inch.