How to Verify a Rug’s Authenticity Before You Buy
To verify a rug’s authenticity before you buy, check the back of the rug for irregular hand knotting instead of a uniform machine woven grid, ask for documentation on origin and materials,…
How to Buy a Rug for a Home You Haven’t Moved Into Yet
To buy a rug for a home you have not moved into yet, work from the builder’s floor plan or blueprint measurements instead of the actual room, confirm flooring type and finish…
What Happens When You Inherit a Persian or Oriental Rug
When you inherit a Persian or Oriental rug, the first steps are identifying its origin and age, getting a professional appraisal, and deciding whether to keep, restore, or sell it. A qualified…
