October 7th, 2009
When should you decide to use a round rug instead of a rectangular one? This is probably a question that many rug addicts ask themselves everyday. Well in this post I will try to answer this question once and for all.
Round rugs are perfect for making a small room appear larger, or simply for adding a centerpiece to your room. Perhaps you don’t have space for a large rectangular rug but feel that the room is lacking something; or perhaps you simply want to add something to the room that will make it look bigger. A round rug is the answer. It circularity contracts with a rectangular room with the outcome of making the room feel larger.
Round rugs are also perfect for contemporary rooms, adding more quirkiness and originality. Since rectangular rugs are more traditional, round rugs can make a room feel more ‘funky’ and unique. They fit in with the curviness that modern interiors possess.
Therefore, in response to the question that I know you ask yourself every day, round rugs should be used to make rooms appear larger and in rooms with contemporary designs. Now that I’ve answered that question, why not go and have a look at our round rugs and buy one to put to those uses!
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October 6th, 2009
A good quality rug can have its life doubled through good care and regular cleaning, the recommendations below will help you maintain and get the most out of your rug.
Turning your rug on a regular basis will help keep any fading by the sun even, try and do this every time you clean your rug, this will keep your rug in a even condition from end to end. On particularly sunny days it is recommended you close your curtains or blinds to block out excessive sunlight.
Vacuum your rug at least once per week with low suction, be careful not to vacuum any of the fringes as the suction or bristles can pull the fringes out. Brushing or sweeping your rug once a week will help to remove any stubborn dirt and will help to maintain your rugs shine. When vacuuming your rug, try and go with the lay of the fibres, not against them, this will maintain the look of the rug and will prevent dirt being pushed further into the pile.
Shaking or beating the rug outside occasionally will remove the bigger pieces of dirt which if left will rub against the fibres causing excessive ware. If you choose to beat your rug ensure you do so on either side, this will help to maximise the amount of dirt removed. Beating the rug from behind will also help the fibres to stand which will give a refreshed newer look to the rug.
If liquids are split on your rug then dabbing or blotting with a non abrasive, absorbent cloth will help to prevent further damage to the fibres.
If your rug requires cleaning to remove stubborn dirt and stains a professional should be used as the chemicals and techniques used will be appropriate to the type of rug or floor covering you have.
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October 6th, 2009
Making rugs is no piece of cake. The effort that goes into making a rug is a complicated combination of preparing the materials and knotting/weaving them together.
An ancient activity (the first known rug dates from over 2000 years ago!), weaving has become an art form. Some rugs last for hundreds of years due to the craftsmanship that goes into making them. There are a large variety of different knots originating from different areas of the world. Some rug makers use hooks in order to help them weave more efficiently; some painstakingly hand knot each rug.
However, just as important is gathering together the right materials. The majority of rugs are made from wool, though some are made from silk or cotton. Both of these materials are more expensive and are therefore more of a rarity.
Once the materials have been gathered together, they have to be cleaned, spun and dyed before weaving can begin. The modern dyeing process is very different from the one that existed when rugs made hundreds of years ago. A mixture of different local plants would be used to gain each colour, though chemical dyes are a much more common substitute nowadays.
Following this, the rug is weaved and shipped out across the world, ready for you to buy. Why not take a look at the fine selection of rugs that we have and buy today!
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October 5th, 2009
Afghan rugs – they’re all from Afghanistan, right? Wrong. Afghan rugs hail from many parts of the middle east, as Afghan refugees fleeing war have spread out and taken their rug-making skills with them. War has also inspired many of their designs, especially after the Soviet Union invaded in the 1980s. As a consequence of this, many Afghans are also now based in America, causing the trade (and prices) to increase dramatically.
Ironically, the US invaded the country itself following the attacks on the 11th of September 2001 and many of the newer Afghan rugs to incorporate war images portraying this period rather than that of the Soviet invasion.
However, Afghan rugs come in all colours and patterns with something to suit everyone, especially owing to the diverse regional styles within the country itself. The most popular are Afghan Turkestan, Baluch, and Herati.
Why not take a look at our fantastic range of Afghan rugs and order today.
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