Oriental rugs are something that many homeowners love to collect and display around their houses. You can find a wide array of Oriental rug options in the present market. They come in many colors, patterns, designs, sizes, and so much more. However, they can be quite pricey, but as long as you choose these carpets right, you are getting value for your money. These carpets are a significant investment. With the demand for these carpets going up, it is not surprising why you can find low-quality rugs for sale that sell at a high price. Never waste your money investing in Oriental rugs that are not authentic. This short article will be your guide to finding the ultimate Oriental rug for your home with getting ripped off or overpaying.
Many customers have become victims of buying Oriental rugs at a very high price. If you want to avoid buying carpets at very high prices, you need to take the time to do some research work. There are a few things that you need to avoid and do if you want to only buy only quality products. For starters on things to avoid, never be fooled by signs outside of Oriental rug stores that tell you that they are going out of business. If you see signs like ‘going out of business’, ‘everything must go’, and ‘liquidation’ for more than a few months, chances are the store is not telling you the truth. Usually, their salespeople will convince you to buy their carpets at discount prices and tell you that you are getting the best deals when in fact they are only doing it to get rid of their old items. Oriental rugs are an important investment. Unless you have done your research and have enough buying experience, you should avoid buying carpets from these stores altogether.
As a beginner, there are a few things that you need to consider to ensure that you are buying a handmade Oriental rug. It can be quite a challenge to find great carpet finds the first time, but with a few tips, for sure, you will find the right one for you.
As you look at Oriental rugs for sale, you have to look at the back of the rug in terms of their weave. Look for red or blue or white horizontal lines of threads. You call them weft threads. Make sure that these threads are horizontal to the carpet fringe. The horizontal weft rows are not perfectly straight. Check for any unevenness in the colored knots on the back of the carpet. Some areas may be slightly thicker than others.
Now going at the front of the Oriental rug you are holding, pay close attention to the design. It is only on rare occasions that Handmade carpets have designs in the same shape and size from one end of the rug to the opposite end. This feature is most common in older Oriental rugs.
When you look at most Oriental rugs, you will notice slight color chances, ending in thin or thick stripes in the rug. These changes in color happen because of the dyed wool lots used when weaving the rug. Wool color also changes with atmosphere and light. You call these color changes ‘abrash’, and they are most common in authentic Oriental rugs and don’t detract their value.