Persian rugs have been around for centuries, but many people are still confused of the common features of these rugs. If you are planning of buy the rug, here are the features that you should look out for:
Material
The rug is commonly made from wool; however, there are others that are made from cotton. When it comes to wool, the units are made from different types such as camel hair wool, kork wool and Manchester wool.
While most of the modern rugs are made from wool, antique rugs are made from silk. Due to this, they are very expensive.
Knitting technique
Persian rugs are knit using the Persian or Senneh knot. This is a single and asymmetrical knot made by passing a strand under one warp and then over and around the next using wooden looms. This technique produces an elegant, consistent pile that comes with a flowing movement; therefore, when you fold the rug it doesn’t feel like a rigid sheet.
When buying the rugs you should note that some sellers sell them depending on the number of knots per square inch (KPSI). A higher KPSI means that the rug is of high quality thus more luxurious and expensive. You should note that most high-end rugs have 330-361 KPSI.
Rug size
Persian rugs come in different sizes and shapes and all you need to do is to choose the size that fits your room. When making the purchase you should note that the bigger the rug, the more expensive it is.
Weaving techniques
There are two ways in which the rugs are woven: hand and machine. Hand woven Persian rugs are considered the highest qualities thus they are very expensive. Hand woven rugs are made using horizontal or vertical looms.
Machine made Persian rugs are great, but they aren’t recognized as authentic Persian rugs. They are less expensive than their hand woven counterparts and you can easily find them in your local store. If you want to create a Persian rug look, but you don’t have a lot of money you should go for this rug.
Conclusion
These are a number of the common features of Persian rugs. To get a high quality rug you should be cautious and ensure that you buy from a reputable Persian rug store.
