April 4, 2010

  • What Is A Persian Rug?

    Few items capture the charm and mystique of the Orient better than a Persian rug, just like how few things can rival it in craftsmanship. Each Persian rug is painstakingly made by hand, and everything from the fibers to the dyes used is made from organic materials. Striking enough by itself, a single Persian rug makes for a beautiful complement to virtually any kind of decor.

April 2, 2010

  • What Makes Persian Rugs Valuable

    If you're looking for a home decor that spells elegance, superior quality and beauty, an area rug, particularly an Oriental rug, is your answer.

October 23, 2009

April 20, 2009

  • The Benefits of Wool Rugs

    Buying a rug is making a small, albeit important, investment in your home. But with so many choices to choose from, the process can seem a bit overwhelming. (…)

January 5, 2009

  • Use an Area Rug to Add Color and Class to Your Home

    An area rug can transform a room or 2 in your house by adding color, style and flair to your room. A well chosen area rug can do wonders for any home.There are all sorts of area rugs that you can buy. (…)

December 18, 2008

  • Area Rugs - Give Your Room A Lift

    There is nothing like an area rug as a decorative centre piece, to liven up a space and add to the overall scheme, color and texture of your room.They also help to protect the floors, add warmth and insulate against heat. (…)

November 5, 2008

  • Bonded Child Labour & Rug Making, Explained

    Bonded Child Labour & Rug Making, ExplainedThere are some beautifully executed Persian rugs and Oriental rugs made in workshops noted for their skill and expertise, however, at the opposite end of the spectrum bonded child labour is still a big problem in the rug and carpet making industry.In 2006 the International Labour Organisation announced that there was 28 million fewer child labourers than there was 4 years previous. (…)

September 25, 2008

  • Welcome to the Rug Blog

    Having received so many questions lately on rugs — area rugs, persian rugs, oriental rugs, antique rugs, contemporary rugs, handmade rugs and about every other kind of floor covering you can think of, I thought it best to start a blog.  This way myself and many other people can answer your specific questions. (…)