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- Traditional Rugs: Warmth with Style - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Joe EllisOnce in a while, every homemaker would like to revamp her home in a not so expensive yet chic item. Homemakers all round the world would unanimously agree that there is no better way to bring forth warmth and comfort to any room than adding a rug! Rugs come in different shapes, sizes, styles and ...
Views: 660 - How to Select Quality Modern Rugs? - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Joe EllisWhen it comes to having a comfortable space at home and reflecting the personality of a modern home, modern rugs are second to none. This is not just as rugs are extremely useful in adding colour, personality, and beauty to the living space, but also because they can easily complete the look and ...
Views: 811 - All about Rugs from Persia-How to Buy Original Persian Rugs - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Joe EllisWhen it comes to the finest oriental rugs, the first thing that comes to the mind is a Persian rug. This is not just because the large Persian rugs come from the best carpet and rug creators in the world, but also because they are characterized by unmatched originality, creativity, charm, and ...
Views: 698 - Choosing Traditional Rugs for Elegant Homes - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Joe EllisIf you have decided to buy a traditional rug and looking for some tips to buy best rug, this piece of information will be useful to you in having a complete understanding about rugs and the rug market. When it comes to enhancing the appeal and decor of your home, there is nothing better than ...
Views: 1161 - Check Out Oriental Chinese Rugs UK - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Joe EllisWhat is so enticing about an Oriental Chinese Rug that it supersedes others in preference? Why give it credence over others? Are Oriental Chinese Rugs UK high quality and low priced? Or are there some other attributes in them absent in the rest? It is important to try and find that out, for you ...
Views: 814 - Start Maintaining Your Rugs UK With Care Right Away! - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Joe EllisYour precious rugs deserve to be subject to the highest standards of maintenance. Shoddy work won’t do. It has to be the best so that they continue exuding that shimmer which you take such a lot of pride in. Those laurels never stop coming every time you are visited by someone. Your Rugs UK ...
Views: 602 - Add sophistication and appeal to your home with rugs! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Joe EllisRugs! Rugs! Rugs! The modern day home makers are kind of obsessed with these lovely home décor items. Be it a traditional setting or a modern setting, nothing works better than a great rug to complete the décor in an ultimate and exquisite manner. You can titivate your home with these ...
Views: 905 - Spend Little While Buying Rugs UK - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Joe EllisMost Rugs UK carry a pre-conceived notion that buying them would be too expensive and bring the buyer down by several thousands, dissuading interested individuals at the onset to even ponder purchasing. This acts as a bigger deterrent at times in overall rug sale as disheartened buyers hardly ...
Views: 622 - Modern Times Call for Modern Rugs - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Joe EllisYou always have newer rugs being introduced with changing times. A new era always ushers in a new rug. The modern rugs manufactured these days are being made from an eco-friendly perspective, to match higher standards of quality and durability. Besides, so many eco-friendly initiatives reinforce ...
Views: 554 - Certain Things to Know About Handmade Rugs - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Joe EllisBe street smart during you purchase of handmade rugs. Know certain things. Work on them and you end up making the right purchase. If you bungle up badly, the purchase will never be right leaving you sated with regret and repentance. The first thing to do while buying Handmade Rugs is choosing ...
Views: 1260 - Persian Rugs and the History Preceding Them - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Joe EllisPersian Rugs have quite a history to boast of. Not many know there was a lot of political influence in the creation of these Handmade Rugs. Historians say it all began with the Mongol Conquest and Control of Persia way back in 1220. The reign, which lasted till 1450, was brutal and barbaric. ...
Views: 709 - Repair Rugs Innovatively - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Joe EllisThere are some highly innovative ways of repairing rugs. You need to learn what they are and ought to stick with them for the longer course to ensure your precious carpet remains clean and replete with sheen. These are not your orthodox ways, but some different techniques that really help ...
Views: 890 - Benefit from Handmade Rugs Woven from Wool - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Joe EllisHandmade rugs have always contributed to enhancing the decor of any home where they get spread out on the floor. Woven from different material, they come in various shapes, sizes and textures. The keep the flooring warm, account for the soft sensation beneath your feet and ensure you stay ...
Views: 1627 - Exploring Unknown Facets of Afghan Rugs - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Joe EllisAfghan Rugs are in demand all over the world. Their production is varied and they are woven in various forms. Two of the most famous types of Afghan Rugs are the Turkoman and the Beloutch. Turkomans are woven in the Northern region of the country between the Maimanah which lies to the West ...
Views: 951 - Know Everything You Need to About Handmade Rugs - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2011 from Joe EllisHandmade Rugs, also known as oriental rugs, are designer mattresses not only known for being beauty personified but also for their durability. They are said to age like old wine, getting more and more graceful as they become old. Easy to clean, they are low maintenance rugs which never call ...
Views: 599 - Rugs Repair and Restoration Tips - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Joe EllisWhether you repair rugs, restore them or preserve is a choice you make depending on what circumstances show up. You need to be aware of the purpose all three processes serve. Repair helps stabilize the integrity of the entire textile. Restoration helps put back resilience and strength into the ...
Views: 653 - The Rugs in UK are a Versatile Lot - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Joe EllisOne glance at the Rugs in UK and those who do not understand the meaning of the word ‘Versatility’ decipher it immediately. Such is the diversity that you revel in what you see. There are so many and seeing all of them at once is a delight to the eyes. The Harlequin Rugs are known to be ...
Views: 615 - Tips for Finding Large Rugs for any Room - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Joe EllisGiant sized carpets cannot be called large rugs. That would be an outright insult to them. You need to do better than that. You need to have an eye for art, for creation. You walk into a showroom to purchase Rugs in UK and you come across a variety of nicely crafted and embroidered rugs. What do ...
Views: 618 - Add Finishing Touches to your Room with a New Rug - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Joe EllisYour sprawling room needs something to be proud of. The décor might be pristine, but unless the furniture in it lends that element of elegance to it there would be little to write about at the end of the day. What better than a massive rug spread out on the floor? One which personifies elegance ...
Views: 733 - Handmade Rugs are a Class Apart despite their Weaving - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Joe EllisOne of those things about handmade rugs is their texture. They make you sit up and glare for some time. You may notice some zig-zag textures on them usually not visible on rugs woven from machines, but still they endear you and remind of those tireless hands that prodded and wove for hours ...
Views: 545 - Rug Repairs ought to Remain Delicate yet Effective - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Joe EllisA rug repair can be fun and turmoil at the same time. When rugs get spread out and you walk on them, they seem very smooth to your feet. At the same time, when you starting knocking the dust off them, they become equally difficult to deal with and seem very rough. This may be textbook stuff for ...
Views: 596 - Antique Rugs make for an Antique Décor at Home - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Joe EllisAll it takes to give a home a vintage look are antique rugs. Buy and have them spread out on the floor and see how it glitters. The ambience makes you feel as if you are seated inside an Islamic Inn of the old days, dating at least 300 years back. They still get the same kind of attention today ...
Views: 637 - The Afghan Rugs show signs of War-Torn Afghanistan - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Joe EllisYou look at it from a distance, the otherwise ornate rug looks like a blur of color with ordinary geometric patterns. Come closer and look at it, you can see the ravaged impressions made by tanks, explosions, choppers and other sophisticated weaponry. This is the main reason why one often ...
Views: 811 - The Rugs in UK are a Healthy Collection Assimilated from All Around - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Joe EllisThey are wide and varied and have been bought and sold for generations. And now they have arrived in the UK. The Rugs in UK are such a wonderful assortment of various traditions and heritages, one gapes in marvel at all the scintillating pieces available for sale. The Shaggy Rugs are luxurious ...
Views: 839 - Some fine Hand Knotting in Handmade Rugs - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Joe EllisThe artwork done in hand-knotted rugs is one-of-a-kind. Thousands of knots tied together by skilled weavers with hundreds of hours of labor invested finally result in the handmade rugs that endear. Perhaps this should be an appropriate reason behind the high price tag of the rugs. Handmade ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - The Rugs in UK are Weaved Innovatively - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Joe EllisFlat weave, needlepoint, hand-knotted, hand-tufted, hand-hooked and machine made are styles in which Rugs in London get woven. The hand knotted Rugs in UK come woven with fine threads of colored yarn, hand knotted onto a warp backing up and then shearing to create a pile. They come in a ...
Views: 835 - Know the Fibres Large Rugs are made up of - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Joe EllisThe Wool Fibre is a spun fibre which shrinks a little initially, eventually to offer the finest of depths in colour. This is one of the most popular and preferred choices of retailers selling Large Rugs in UK. The Polypropylene Fibre is another one. It is the most widely used fibre in ...
Views: 714 - Arabian Nights still Glitter through Persian Rugs - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Joe EllisPersia, modern day Iran, is a land of mystique and folklore. People across the world are intrigued by the fascinating tales they have been told. The Djinns, supernatural incidents, flying carpets, the palatial palaces, the evil warlords, the sensuous women etc. have always been interests pursued ...
Views: 1195 - The Scent of Pashtun in the Afghan Carpet - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Joe EllisThe first thing that strikes you about the Afghan Carpet is its hand woven floor covering demeanor. Few know the afghan rug is woven by refugees, a part of the handicrafts community in the interiors of Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan. The rugs exude an unknown majesty, reminiscent of ...
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