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A brief guide to the main aspects of handmade rugs.
Some things to think about before and while looking at rugs.
Essential maintenance tips and what to do if there's a spillage.
Preventing & Treating Moth Damaged Persian rugs
Preventative measures and methods to treat moth damaged rugs.
A guide to the process of making a rug from dying the wool to washing the finished article.
Persian Rug Repair: A Case Study
A case study of a fine Nain rug which we have sent to Iran to be repaired.
Details of our rug services including repair, restoration, cleaning and appraisal or valuation services.
Advice and warnings on buying rugs abroad.
Persian & Oriental Knots - How Are Knot Counts Measured?
An explaination of the various methods of counting knot density.
Persian or Oriental? A Guide to Rug Weaving Countries
A background of the countries where hand-knotted rugs are made and have been made in the past.
A more in-depth description of rugs woven is specific areas e.g. Tabriz or Kashan.
A History of Handmade Persian Rugs
A brief history of the story and development of the Persian rug.
A discussion of the patterns and designs found in Persian and oriental rugs and their symbolism.
Antique Persian or Oriental Rugs and Carpets
An overview of the Persian & Oriental antique carpet trade. This guide contains information on famous antique rugs as well as a description of our own antique and semi-antique pieces.
Silk Persian or Oriental Rugs and Carpets
A quick overview of things to look for when buying a silk rug.
A guide to Gabbeh rugs.
A guide to Kilim (also spelt Kelim, Gelim and Gilim) and flat-woven rugs.
A video diary of the making of a rug.
An A-Z glossary of rug-related terms.
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