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Maintaining carpeting and area rugs takes less effort than keeping hard-surface floors clean—which is why many people love carpets and rugs. Frequent vacuuming and occasional deep cleaning will keep your rugs and carpets dirt-free and helps maintain their appearance. But despite your best efforts, rugs are vulnerable to spills, messy accidents, and other mishaps...
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The best works of art are hung on walls and displayed on shelves. Spectators have no choice but to marvel at their beauty, operating under the understanding that they can “look but don’t touch.” But sometimes, artworks are simply too good to resist. They might even seductively whisper that you caress their tactile surfaces or...
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Persian area rugs are produced in Iran (the modern name for Persia). The country is renowned for its highly developed, centuries-old carpet-weaving tradition, with some of the finest rugs boasting high knot counts and elaborate designs. Persian rugs are versatile in design, function, and color—making them suitable for a wide variety of contemporary and...
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Home Decors,Interior Decors,Our Rugs
Do you want to decorate your interior space with a rug style that artfully blends elements of traditional and modern designs? If the answer is yes, then consider investing in a transitional rug. Transitional rugs have grown in popularity in recent years among collectors and homeowners because of their versatility, wide range of designs and...
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We live in a world of mass-produced products, and our homes are filled with objects that are carefully machined and almost obsessively uniform. Many connoisseurs long to own things that aren’t just functional and beautiful, but also celebrate mankind’s time-honored artisanal traditions. James Tufenkian, founder and chairman of Tufenkian Rugs, believes that discerning collectors want...
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There are two common misconceptions people have about hand-knotted rugs: that they are a whimsy of the very rich, and that they’re too old-fashioned to fit in a modern home. Let’s start with the cost. While it’s true that some antique rugs can sell up to $33 million, it doesn’t mean that everything cheaper than...
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A good area rug can instantly transform a space. With the right size, color, and style, it could bring all the elements of a space together. It serves as the room’s center of gravity that draws the eyes toward it and invites people in. But finding the perfect rug to achieve this sense of...
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Persian carpets and rugs are made in Iran, a country known to produce detailed rugs with high knot counts. Weavers use all-natural wool, silk, and vegetable dyes to create these stunning rugs with vivid colors and fascinating animal and abstract patterns. Meanwhile, Oriental rugs come from and are produced by “Oriental” countries like Pakistan,...
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If you’ve found the perfect handcrafted area rug to adorn your living space or private office, then consider yourself fortunate. But if you have a unique design in mind, or wish to customize the colors, construction, dimensions, and other aspects of your rug, then you’ll need to take advantage of a Custom Rug Program. But...
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Tamarian Carpets has gone a long way since founder Steve Cibor loaded his Ford Explorer with sample Tibetan rugs to persuade retailers to sell his exquisite, hand-woven pieces. Since then, it has turned into a premier wholesaler of Tamarian tibetan rugs, setting the standard for luxurious, hand-made designer carpets. But how did it get from...
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There is more to choosing the best carpets for your home than just picking out what looks good. Whether you just moved into a new place or you’re in a sudden mood to redecorate, it takes a lot of time and effort to find the right rugs to buy for every room. When it...
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Home Decors,Rug Inspiration & Tips
Another year has greeted us with the prospect of brand new opportunities to take and memories to be made. This particular new year is seen as a very special time for everyone since it is the beginning of a new decade. For a lot of people, renovating or beautifying their homes is a top...
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Rug shopping for your home or workspace can be a fun and worthwhile activity, yet it takes great effort to find the best ones that will suit your taste and budget. Whether you just moved into a new house or are in the mood to redecorate, putting the proper time and energy into carpet...
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Our Rugs,Rug Inspiration & Tips
Nothing brings a room together more than a pattern under your feet. Area rugs have the power to instantly transform your home, whether indoors or outdoors. A neutral-toned rug can add a whisper of texture to a room, for instance, while a rug with bold patterns can serve as the starting point for all-new decor. But...
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Finding and choosing the right contemporary area rug for your living space is absolutely essential for a perfectly styled room that meets your unique tastes. While this does require an eye for design and some knowledge about modern rugs, any homeowner can find the best area rug for their own unique needs by turning...
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The rug business in the United States has become a billion dollar industry. In 2016, the sale of area rugs reached over $2 billion, beating carpet sales for the third year in a row, according to research done by FCNews. Since then, rug stores throughout the USA have found many opportunities to improve customer...
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Need to add some excitement to your living room? Spice things up by adding an area rug. With the huge number of styles and color palettes available in the rug market, the decorating possibilities are endless. There is no strict rule on what your rug should look like as it should be a reflection...
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When investing in timeless handcrafted rugs for the purpose of beautifying and increasing the value of your space, it is essential to seek out established dealers who are passionate about sharing the beautiful art and culture of artisan rugs through rare and exclusive pieces from internationally-known designers and manufacturers from around the world. Antique Persian...
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Home decor done right can be practical, beautiful, unique and perfectly you. We have some home decorating tips for you to consider, in order to help you get an easy start on your home decorating ideas. Our home interior decoration tips focus on some major points that can make and break your design aesthetic. Choosing...
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A quality handmade area rug is a true work of art and can last for decades or even generations. How long your beautiful rug lasts will depend largely on how well you maintain it. Following are five helpful tips for how to care for your rug and maximize its life. Contents Rotate Your Rug Vacuum...
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The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has been a key organization throughout the years for those involved in and committed to the industry of interior design. ASID is a community in itself, comprised of interior designers, educators, students, and industry reps, who all share a common goal - to further and harness the passion...
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The hot days spent at the pool are long gone and the cooler breezes of autumn have arrived. Citrus has been replaced with ripe, juicy apples. Colors in the trees change while families stir with excitement at the upcoming holidays of the season. Something about the sun setting earlier and the dusky filter of...
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Shopping for the perfect rug for your home and your family can be both fun and daunting. The tradition of rug making dates back to 3,000 years ago. Thus, purchasing a handmade rug today is like purchasing a piece of history. A finely crafted carpet becomes an instant family heirloom. Here are some points and tips...
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With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner and plenty of special dinner parties and gatherings in between, now is the perfect time to start thinking about how to entertain your guests on the holidays. Contents Preparing Your House for a Special Evening Decorating Your Dining Room Table Keeping Your Kitchen and Freezer Well-Stocked Family-Friendly...
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Decorating with white was a common retro look during the era of old Hollywood glamour. During the seventies, white leather couches and white shag carpets signified elegant home decor and a lifestyle of luxury. However, decorating with white is tricky and can be impractical considering the amount of actual living that goes on inside...
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There has been a surge in the over-dyed vintage rug trend over the past year. So what are over-dyed vintage rugs, how are they made, and how can they be used in home decor? Take a look below to learn all you need to know about over-dyed vintage carpets. Origin of Over-Dyed Oriental Carpets Over-dyed rugs...
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Fall is loaded with some of the most festive and fun holidays of the year -- including the family favorites of Halloween and Thanksgiving. A little fall decoration here and there can help create an inviting atmosphere in an already beautiful home. Read below for some tips on how to make your interior welcoming...
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It may be easy to overlook, but one of the first things you should pay attention to when renovating or remodeling your living space is the interior lighting situation. Everyone has different taste and preferred level of lighting for their home, but we have a few expert home lighting tips that can help put...
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Established in 1988, the Cyrus Artisan Rugs showroom is currently the largest rug and carpet showroom in the Midwest. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, the showroom boasts over 13,500 sq. ft. of gallery space. We carry a carefully curated selection of traditional, contemporary, transitional, and tribal rugs for all types of spaces. Residents living in Minneapolis,...
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It’s a well known fact that handmade area rugs are beautiful, last for decades and they are very expensive compared to machine-made rugs. The art and tradition of rug weaving is generally believed to have been born in ancient Persia, where Cyrus the Great is said to have introduced wide scale rug making in...
Read MoreWe live in a world of mass-produced products, and our homes are filled with objects that are carefully machined and almost obsessively uniform. Many connoisseurs long to own things that…
There are two common misconceptions people have about hand-knotted rugs: that they are a whimsy of the very rich, and that they’re too old-fashioned to fit in a modern home….
Tamarian Carpets has gone a long way since founder Steve Cibor loaded his Ford Explorer with sample Tibetan rugs to persuade retailers to sell his exquisite, hand-woven pieces. Since then,…
There is more to choosing the best carpets for your home than just picking out what looks good. Whether you just moved into a new place or you’re in a…
Finding and choosing the right contemporary area rug for your living space is absolutely essential for a perfectly styled room that meets your unique tastes. While this does require…
When investing in timeless handcrafted rugs for the purpose of beautifying and increasing the value of your space, it is essential to seek out established dealers who are passionate about…
