Posts Tagged ‘rug buying’

Recently, a couple brought a new rug in for a complimentary verbal appraisal. The customer’s mother had bought the rug at an antique shop on impulse while shopping in New York City. The shop owner had supposedly purchased the rug at auction and the rug was labeled as a real silk Persian Tabriz. Persian Tabriz rugs are quite well-made and sought after by Persian rug lovers and collectors.

When it’s time to purchase a new rug, a well-informed shopper will be happier with their purchase than an uninformed one. There are five things you should keep in mind when shopping for a rug. These things will make the process easier for you and the rug gallery salesperson.

Rug Cleaning: Viscose Rayon Most rugs are made of either wool, silk, wool and silk, cotton, nylon, or viscose rayon. Wool rugs can last for centuries, as can silk rugs and wool and silk rugs. Cotton rugs can last around 100 years. Nylon rugs and carpeting last almost 10 years. Lastly, viscose rayon can last […]

What Your Persian Rug Dealer Wants from You The main thing Mr. Ben “Behnam” Tavakolian wants for his customers is a pleasant visit while viewing the selection of fine handmade rugs available at Behnam Rugs. The next step is to help you find a Persian or Oriental rug you love and feel is a good […]

Wool vs. Silk Persian Rugs Authentic Persian and Oriental rugs are made not only of the finest of wool, but also can be made of silk. You may wonder which is better to purchase: The answer is neither. Neither is “better,” but one or the other may be a better choice depending on what you […]