What To Look For In Persian Rugs

November 30, 2007

Selecting a Persian rug can be a daunting task for most people. There is a lot of misinformation out there as to what to look for. Let’s face it, a good Persian rug can cost a lot of money, and most people will be hesitant to make a significant investment on something they know little about.

The best solution for most is to find a reputable dealer who will work with you to find the rug you are looking for. The disadvantage to this is you will be paying for their help and advice in the markup of the rug, which can be quite high.

Another alternative is to use the power of the internet. There are a number of sites out there that sell authentic Persian rugs, with money back guarantees and free shipping.

Which ever way you choose, a little knowledge can go a long way.

An authentic Persian rug is handmade. There are a lot of machine woven imitation rugs out on the market. How do you tell the difference? Two ways:

1. The loops on the back of the rug will be visible on a handmade rug.

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