Hand-knotted Rugs
In a hand-knotted rug, wool yarn is hand tied around the warp threads of a weaving loom to form the pile of the carpet. It can take many months to produce one rug. First developed in Persia, it is the same process that has been used for hundreds of years. These rugs are “programmed rugs” which means there are similar designs and colours available in different sizes. The designs are generally variations on classic designs, and are often carved by hand for an embossed look. The rugs are made using a variety of weaving and knotting techniques that are dependent on local customs. The Persian knot is the most common. Alexanian's carries hand-knotted rugs from India and China.
Hand-knotted, Persian Rugs and One-of-a-Kind rugs
Unique rugs that are one-of-a-kind. These rugs are made using a variety of weaving and knotting techniques that are dependent on local customs. The Persian and Turkish knot are the two most common. Alexanian's carries hand-knotted one-of-a-kind rugs from Iran, China, Nepal, India, and Pakistan.
Machine-made Rugs
Machine-made rugs are woven on electronic computer assisted looms. The pile is created through a sophisticated machine process. Synthetic yarns are most common, but some of the finest machine-made rugs are wool, and are often difficult to tell from handmade rugs. Colour and design variations are often programmed into the designs, and hand knotted fringes can be added for a more handmade look. Designs range from traditional Persian reproductions to contemporary and modern designer rugs. Alexanian's carries machine-made rugs from Egypt, Bulgaria, Belgium, Turkey and the USA.
Braid and Sisal Rugs
Braided rugs are rugs in which bands of solid or variegated braided material, usually cotton, form a pattern which is consistent from rug to rug.
Sisal, Seagrass Rugs
Sisal has been used in rug making for thousands of years. It is a tough, durable, natural fiber, that stands up well to traffic. Sisal is finer, and easier to bleach and dye than seagrass, making it a good choice if you're looking for a more neutral rug. There are also synthetic sisal rugs available.
In a hand-knotted rug, wool yarn is hand tied around the warp threads of a weaving loom to form the pile of the carpet. It can take many months to produce one rug. First developed in Persia, it is the same process that has been used for hundreds of years. These rugs are “programmed rugs” which means there are similar designs and colours available in different sizes. The designs are generally variations on classic designs, and are often carved by hand for an embossed look. The rugs are made using a variety of weaving and knotting techniques that are dependent on local customs. The Persian knot is the most common. Alexanian's carries hand-knotted rugs from India and China.
Hand-knotted, Persian Rugs and One-of-a-Kind rugs
Unique rugs that are one-of-a-kind. These rugs are made using a variety of weaving and knotting techniques that are dependent on local customs. The Persian and Turkish knot are the two most common. Alexanian's carries hand-knotted one-of-a-kind rugs from Iran, China, Nepal, India, and Pakistan.
Machine-made Rugs
Machine-made rugs are woven on electronic computer assisted looms. The pile is created through a sophisticated machine process. Synthetic yarns are most common, but some of the finest machine-made rugs are wool, and are often difficult to tell from handmade rugs. Colour and design variations are often programmed into the designs, and hand knotted fringes can be added for a more handmade look. Designs range from traditional Persian reproductions to contemporary and modern designer rugs. Alexanian's carries machine-made rugs from Egypt, Bulgaria, Belgium, Turkey and the USA.
Braid and Sisal Rugs
Braided rugs are rugs in which bands of solid or variegated braided material, usually cotton, form a pattern which is consistent from rug to rug.
Sisal, Seagrass Rugs
Sisal has been used in rug making for thousands of years. It is a tough, durable, natural fiber, that stands up well to traffic. Sisal is finer, and easier to bleach and dye than seagrass, making it a good choice if you're looking for a more neutral rug. There are also synthetic sisal rugs available.
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