Posts Tagged ‘oriental rugs’

The Pazyryk Rug: The Oldest Rug in the World Discovered in 1949 in a nobleman’s grave in Kazakhstan, the Pazyryk Rug is considered to be the oldest rug in the world. Scholars credit grave robbers for exposing the grave and leaving it open to the elements, which is what caused the rug to be frozen […]

Whether you recently purchased an older rug, inherited a rug, or were gifted a fine rug through family or friends, you may wonder about its age and value. We’ve composed a guide so that you can ascertain the approximate age of your rug from home. Age does not always increase value, although an antique rug in good condition is likely to be worth more than a new rug.

Will My Persian Rug Appreciate in Value Over Time? If you’ve purchased a new Oriental or Persian rug, you may be wondering if it will appreciate in value. After all, you have no doubt heard that some antique Persian or Oriental rugs sometimes sell for thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of dollars. Realistically, however, […]

Is All Rug Cleaning the Same? The short answer? No. Read on to learn the specific differences between the different types of cleaning services, and how your rug will be affected. Carpet Cleaners The first option for cleaning your rugs is a carpet cleaning service. It’s quite common for a carpet cleaner to offer to […]

Does My Rug Need Padding? Yes, all rugs need padding. Whether your rug is on wood floors, vinyl, or carpet, when you walk on your rug, you do not want to move the foundation of it. Installing a pad underneath your rug helps the rug not to move, and it helps preserve the quality of […]