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Rug Request was created as a tool to unite designers and retail clients alike with some of the carpet community’s largest wholesalers, making high end rugs more accessible and affordable to the public. Whether the project requires an antique or a new carpet, Rug Request gives the buyer easy access to wholesalers’ inventory and contact information all in one place, making the rug buying process a more efficient task.
Rug Request only works with reputable carpet dealers who carry the finest quality product. The rugs found on this site may be made from different materials (such as wool, cotton, or silk), but are all handmade.
Hand-knotted or hand-woven rugs vary from machine made rugs in the apparent quality of weave, and have an obviously more human touch. The purchase of handmade rugs today promotes the continued survival of traditional weaving practices of many countries and cultures, whose historic traditions continue to shape the design and methods of production for floor coverings today.

Area rugs make a great addition to any new or old home, and there are many different styles and designs to choose from. While some rugs are made by machine, the majority of rugs are handmade rugs that have been carefully put together. Some examples of different styles are Oriental rugs, persian rugs, caucasian rugs, antique rugs, tabriz rugs kashan, and so on. Each rug has a style of its own, and its the buyers job when looking for rugs for sale to determine which area rugs might fit their taste.

Oriental rugs are handmade rugs which were first made in China. Since then, other countries such as India have started to make them. Some oriental rugs would be considered antique rugs because a majority of them are very old. Antique rugs are wanted by most people who have a passion for buying rugs, because they have a history behind them and they are harder to come across. They are known for their unique styles, and excellent stitching.

Persian rugs, as their title may already give away, originated in Persia, and have become very popular today. They are known for their vibrant colors and unique designs. They are made with a particular knot, which makes them very quality and long lasting. Persian rugs give a colorful and bright look to any room in the house.
Caucasian rugs are beautiful and extremely unique. When designing them, there is a lot of thought into which patterns go better with other patterns. They are usually in the shape of a rectangle, and the outer patterns lead into the main pattern located in the middle section of the rug. They would make a great addition to a formal dining or living room. Rugs are an essential part of most households, and while some people see them as another piece of furniture, some people see them as art, which is what they really are. There are multiple kinds of rugs, which each have unique qualities that make them delectable in the eyes of a rug fanatic.

Area rugs are used to fill spaces in homes that need some color, or personality that other furniture isn't supplying. A well designed rug can turn a room that is considered simple, to classy and elegant. Antique rugs are sought after by many, and they are usually brilliantly as well as carefully designed. To be considered an antique rug, some require them to be at least 25 years old, while others require a minimum of 60 years. An antique rug is the goal of any rug collector, because they are worth not only a good amount of money, but also the history behind each rug is treasured by most.
Persian rugs consist of many colors, and generally fall into three different styles. Geometric, floral, pictorial. The Persian rug is very obvious to one who has any knowledge of rugs, because it is very rare they don't follow a certain pattern. It would be very difficult to find Persian rugs that aren't bright and colorful.

When looking at rugs for sale, tabriz rugs kashan catch the eyes of many buyers. They are known for their floral patterns, and bright colors. The makers of these rugs believe in using flowers and earthly patterns rather than using animals or humans.

Lastly, there are heriz rugs. They are special because they are made from a wool which is extremely soft, while strong at the same time. The colors aren't as bright, and the designs are much simpler than others.