Persian or Oriental rugs: the difference in scope
‘Oriental’ refers to the broader style of umbrella, whilst ‘Persian’ is one specific pattern style within that category. On this site, the ‘Oriental’ category contains 19 products…
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Stories about craftsmanship, interior design and care. From choosing the right size to looking after your wool rug on a daily basis: here’s how to ensure you enjoy your hand-knotted rug for years to come.
Berber rugs by colour: white, beige or multicoloured
Are you torn between white, beige or multicoloured for your Berber rug? All three are listed as separate categories on…
Vintage or new rug: what to look out for
Vintage and semi-antique rugs show signs of previous use, ranging from slight variations in colour to a softer appearance that has developed over time. New…
Rug without fringes
An edge that runs straight to the corner, with no loose threads sticking out. That’s the outline of a rug…
Plain or geometric rug: which one suits your room?
A plain rug is sometimes seen as the boring alternative to a geometric pattern. That is a misconception: a plain…
Berber or Persian rugs: the difference in origin and style
You’re comparing rugs and notice that ‘Berber’ and ‘Persian’ both appear as style descriptions, with very different patterns and prices. The names…
Berber or Gabbeh: the difference between two hand-knotted traditions
Are you looking for a thick, soft rug and have you come across both Berber and Gabbeh styles? Both traditions are known for…
Berber rug with an abstract pattern
An abstract pattern on a Berber rug does not follow a fixed geometric shape, unlike the strict grid of a…
Berber rug with a chequered pattern
Straight lines that intersect in a neat grid, rather than loose diamond shapes or free-form tribal motifs. That is…
Beni Ouarain or Boujaad: two traditions with different colour schemes
Anyone encountering Berber rugs for the first time may sometimes mistake ‘Beni Ouarain’ and ‘Boujaad’ for two names for the same…
Hand-knotted or flat-woven rugs: how to tell the difference
You’re trying to decide between two rugs, and the sales assistant describes one as hand-knotted and the other as flat-woven. Without further explanation, he says…
Berber rug with fringes
The fringes on a Berber rug are not decorative elements that have been sewn on; they are the warp threads of the weave itself that…
