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Choosing Rugs

There are five main methods of rug production with variations within each technique. We give a very brief overview of each rug making method.The production method is only a small part of the story.

The quality of the fibre, the expertise of the weaver, the knot count or stitch rate of the rug, and with handmade rugs, the quality of the shearing and washing process will all affect the quality and price. Ultimately you should buy what you like, most rugs sold today have no real provenance, they are mass produced and suit most buyers’ needs.

By explaining the differences in rug production methods we hope to help you buy a rug that will perform to your expectations and give value for money.