• antique or modern - detailed workmanship
• diamond medallions, geometric or floral patterns
• can last 60 years or longer
• authentic hand woven or machine made from stain resistant yarns

Popular picks:

• Abadeh, Afghan, Afshar, Ahar, Arak, Ardabil, Bakhtiari, Baluch
• Bidjar, Birjand, Borchelu, Boroujerd, Chenar, Ferahan, Ferdos
• Gabbeh, Gharadjeh, Ghoochan, Goltogh, Goravan, Hamadan
• Hashtrood, Heriz, Hussainabad, Isfahan, Kashan, Kashmar
• Kelardasht, Kerman, Kermanshah, Khamseh, Koliai, Lori, Lylyan
• Mahabad, Mahal, Malayer, Mashad, Maymeh, Mazlaghan
• Meshkinshahr, Mood, Nahavand, Nain, Nanadj, Qashqai, Qum
• Roodbar, Sabzevar, Sanandaj, Sarab, Sarough, Saveh
• Shahsavan, Shiraz, Sirjan, Songhore, Tabatabaie, Tabriz
• Tafresh, Taleghan, Touserkan, Turkoman, Veramin, Yazd, Zagheh, Zanjan

Persian Area Rugs: [^]

• unique pieces that reflect a long history of cultural tradition
• genuine antique carpets for elegance and charm
• geometric, floral (curves and lines) or pictures
• the number of knots per square inch (kpsi) is an indication of quality

Braided Area Rugs: [^]

• practical folk art, old fashioned craft, a part of American history
• durable for high traffic areas
• carefully sewn into any shape and size including baskets and chair pads
• neutrals like tan, camel, taupe with burgundy, indigo and rose
• solid or mosaic border, alternating stripes, horizontal with wide stripe, multi border
• look for flat or tubular braids and thick, well-made ropes around sturdy cores

• Jefferson, Deerfield, Chestnut Knoll, Lincoln, Cornucopia
• Galleria, Westminster, Boston Common, Brook Farm
• Courtyard, Elegance, Monroe, Reflections, Twilight
• Washington, Seascape, Botanical Isle, Spring Meadow, Adams

Jute and Sisal Area Rugs: [^]

• suitable for indoors or outdoor use in a covered, dry spot
• resist rot and mildew, tough and wears well 
• durability and ease of maintenance
• extra value - some rugs are reversible
• absorbs sound, antistatic
• sisal-like rugs made from 100% wool or olefin/wool blend
• basketweave, herringbone tweed, jacquard, boucles, rib and flat weaves
• edged with leather, cotton, chenille or exotic tapestry for bindings
• constructed from a rope-like fiber
• pure jute or latex on non-skid, nonslip backing

Shag Rugs: [^]

• updated and plush in retro or transitional look
• carefully knotted together for plush texture
• manufactured from soft leather scraps, pvc or weardated II nylon

Contemporary Area Rugs: [^]

• the latest coordinating or contrasting colors
• art deco, retro or Scandinavian
• large patterns to smaller, intricate geometric shapes, stars and swirls
• multi-colored, abstract designs

Greek Flokati Rugs: [^]

• wool from sheep or goats
• flokati rugs from Greece will retain their beauty
• machine washable, water repellant, fire resistant and colorfast
• sold by weight: 1.4 or 2 kilograms/square meter, 3 kg per sq meter, 4 kg/sq meter

Childrens Rugs: [^]

• provide a safe and comfortable play area
• bright primary colors, vivid and easy to clean
• a learning experience with an educational road map, checker board, Noah’s ark, world map, safari, alphabet, phonics, addition, multiplication, clock, geography, numbers, solar system, flags
• Childrens rugs games: hopscotch, backgammon, parcheesi, Chinese checkers
• reflect their hobbies: ballet shoes, roadster, wild west
• enjoy their friends: teddy bear, rabbits, sheep, dog or puppy, pig, cat or kittens, zoo, Humpty Dumpty, Nursery Rhymes, little mermaid
• Childrens rugs nature: lizards, frogs, elephants, butterfly, turtle, bugs, ladybug
• Childrens rugs sports: soccer ball, football, baseball, basketball, NASCAR, sailor, rodeo
• Childrens rugs interests: hearts and stars, cherries, playhouse, ballerina, fantasy princess, ice cream, country charm, springtime, doll house, circus
• for home, playschool or church nursery, daycare

Tibetan Area Rugs: [^]

• craftsmanship from Tibet, can double as a wall hanging
• muted accents and soft shades in 100% wool with silk highlights
• geometric and abstract patterns and symbols found in the Buddhist religion
• mythological dragons, flowers, trees, tigers and botanical themes
• squares, checks, checkerboards and mosaics
• hand knotted and carved weave

Sheepskin Area Rugs: [^]

• fleece with a soft, cozy texture
• ideal for babies and the elderly
• can be used as a throw blanket
• black, ivory, fuchsia, lavender, lilac, grey, brown, blue, pink, red
• single, double, quarto, sexton, octo
• store in a cool, well ventilated area, keep out of direct sunlight
• keep away from heat sources - fireplaces are acceptable
• wash with lanolin based products
• never iron or bleach
• brush to keep them fluffy

Discount Area Rugs: [^]

• buy from reputable merchants - some with free shipping
• almost unlimited choice at the lowest prices
• beautiful discount priced rugs from around the world
• popular brand names, local artists and foreign artisans
• no middlemen means price markups have been eliminated
• some are available at wholesale prices

Top Rug Manufacturers: [^]

• Safavieh, 828 Trading Company, Couristan, TransOcean
• International Co. American Weavers, Bowron
• Claire Murray, CMI
• Foreign Accents, Home Dynamix, Kaleen, Kas Milliken, Mohawk
• Momeni, Nourisan, Orian, Oriental Weavers of America
• Stainmaster, Signature, Stanton
• Tinnin, Sphinx, Radici, Rhody

Shaw Rugs: [^]

• major producer, outstanding value and leading technology
• award winning designs
• soil and stain resistance treatments for enhanced and complete protection
• warranty will ensure customer satisfaction
• power loom woven, micro or petit hook
• low or thick lush pile, heavy luxurious or dense looped pile
• Ambrosia, Sonnet, Provencal, Buckingham
• Devonshire, Manor, Windsor, Autumn Leaves
• Midnight or Winter Garden, Copenhagen
• Desert Bloom, Rustic Oak, European Elegance
• French Rivera, Harlequin Trellis, Italian Vineyard
• Jardin de France, Kensington, Meadow Flowers
• Antiquities, Quilted Comfort, Rattan, Mayfair
• floral, Vienna, Mille Fleur, Darania, Adirondack
• Newport, Pendleton, Port Royal, Readbourne
• Chancery, Congo, Eastport, Springfield,
• children's favorites: tree frog, blueberry pie, black licorice, outer space, circles of joy, animals, ships, palm trees

Accessories for Rugs: [^]

• rug grippers, underlay, stair rod
• use with sculptures, lamps, furniture, glass, ceramic and metal art

Modern Masters and Designers: [^]

• Marc Chagall, Paul Klee, Gustav Klimt
• Joan Miro, Piet Mondrian, Mark Rothko, Agam, Gene Meyer
• Dakota Jackson, Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz, Warlamis
• Sara Schneidman, Adam Tihany, Kim Parker
• Chris Madden, Kathy Ireland, Tracy Porter, Susan Welsh
• Raymond Waits, Phillip Crowe, Suzanne Nicoll, Kelly Rightsell
• Jane Keltner, Kate Thacker, Dena, Jack Nicklaus, Philip Crowe

Rugs from all over the world: [^]

• Asian: from Afghanistan, Bali, China, India, Iran (Persia), Himalayan, Pakistan, Bhutan, Indian, Nepal
• European: from Belgium, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Scandinavia, Spain, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Greece,
• Australia, Egypt, French palaces, USA

Around the House: [^]

• for the entry way, kitchen, dining or living room, kids bedrooms
• master bedroom, hallways, family room, childrens playroom 
• bathroom, hallway, entrance
• den or office, by the fireplace

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