Turkish rugs have a lot of character, drawing from one of the oldest rug-making traditions in the world. Village weavers design from their own inspiration, so there is more variety in the Turkish Rug designs and each unique design is crafted with great care, which is a process unique from copying traditional designs.

Turkish rugs are at the highest echelons of brilliance in rug making. They are ornate and have stupendous brilliance in their designs and works. They make a perfect home décor which lends elegance, refinement, vibrancy and grace to your interiors and make them distinctive from regular homes.

History

The production of Turkish rugs started in the medieval Seljuk period. Myriad socioeconomic, environmental, religious, cultural and sociopolitical reasons were the precursor of this heritage. Earlier rugs were made entirely for household use, but their brilliance made them famous and rugs began to be produced in large quantities for court and export. The rugs have their origin from various regions of Anatolia and so are also called Anatolian. Rugs of different regions have different symbols, designs and patterns. In modern days, rugs are both machine made and hand woven. Women and girls make up huge majority of rug weavers.

Technique

Wool is the material of choice when it comes to rug making. Cotton and silk are also used in many rugs. Vertical and horizontal looms and also machines are used for rug making. Turkish rugs employ symmetrical double loop knotting system. Each knot is bound on two warps. This ensures the pile thread is bound securely with two warps which lead to stronger and more elaborately designed rug. Wool pile on wool weft and warp is the most popular method of weaving. Wool pile on cotton warp and weft and silk pile on silk warp and weft are also done in large numbers.

Investment

Turkish Rugs can be great investment for future. You can sell your handmade silk rug and make profit over it. Antique Oriental Rugs are so valuable.

There are many antique oriental rugs that you can't price them. A few decades later your rugs can make lots of money than you can ever imagine. It’s similar to wine. It gets more valuable after years pass.

A silk rug gets more shinny and brighter after years. They will remain in good condition because of the natural materials. This makes them as an income generator.

Rug Store

Rug Store has the most dazzling array of splendid Turkish rugs that will surely thrill and inspire you. Our round the clock dedicated, hardworking and efficient staff will advise you so that you can have the best rug of your choice which fits your needs and budget.