INSPECT YOUR ORIENTAL
RUGS
The following information is geared for a new buyer of
oriental rugs and other goods. Our purpose is to provide
information for novice buyers to give them knowledge before they
purchase the goods. It's standard with most dealers to let you try out
different carpets on a "free trial" basis. This will give
you the opportunity to find out if your selection fits with your decor.
We have provided the following tips to use as your guide, we strongly
recommend you have an experienced person to help you with the rest of
your purchase.
1.
The warp and weft threads should also be checked from the back of
the rug to see if there are any breaks or cuts. Additionally, you
should look carefully to see if any repairs have been made and, if so,
properly executed. If not, your carpet may unravel. The pile
should be checked closely for holes, stains, and moth damage (especially
in older rugs).
The fringe should be inspected to
determine of it is in good shape, is original or has been replaced (as
in order rugs). The selvedges or the sides of the rug should be strong
and fairly straight.
2.
The colors should be examined for running. By wiping a damp
cloth firmly over the rug, you can determine if the colors will run.
Sometimes in new carpets, you will see faded or antique looking
effects. These are simply fashionable dying effects to create an
antique look.
3.
The pile of the rug should be even and consistent in all
areas. You can check this by running your hand across the pile from
edge to edge.
4.
The lay of the rug is important. Often minor imperfections
and wrinkles can be easily fixed by stretching or blocking.
Perhaps most important of all is to find a
reputable dealer who is Certified, so be sure to ask your potential
seller about their
certifications, affiliations,
etc.
We hope that these "pointers"
will help and we'll be adding more information regularly. If you'd
like us to notify you when new content is added, just send us an
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