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10 Myths about Oriental Rugs

When it comes to Oriental rugs, they seemed to be steeped in the mysteries of the Orient. He may begin with a story detailing carpet giving "small" with the mat to improve sales. Or simply erroneous information that is repeated so many times it takes a life of its own. So, as Myths television we bust a few myths carpet.

Cover Myth number one: Oriental carpets are identified only by their design. Design is only one component used to identify the carpet. Construction, how the carpet is put in place, is the method used to identify all the carpets. Look at the back first determine if it is machine-made, hand knotted, woven flat or a carpet of other specialties. (The procedures of what has been discussed in past articles – July 2007 and August 2006).

Carpet Myth number two: all Oriental rugs increase in value. Most post-War Carpet World II do not appreciate the value, or most purchased new carpet today to appreciate in value. The consumers most likely paid more for expensive carpets in the 60s and 70s than they are worth today. Line 90 9 x 12 Chinese rug purchased in early 1980 for $ 4,000 can now be found for under $ 1000.

Carpet Myth number three: All carpets are old carpets worth a lot. Condition is most important in determining value. An old carpet is just a poor old carpet that needs a good cleaning carpet professional. An old carpet in good condition can also be worthless if it lacks artistic merit. However, some old rugs are worth repairing and the value will be increased with good food.

Cover Myth number four: the Persian (Iranian) carpets are better than carpets of other countries. Some ancient Traditional Persian carpets before the war, as Ferahan Sarouk, Motashem Kaskan, Tabriz, Bijar, Heriz, some tribal pieces, and other well-built semi-antiques will always be a market in good conditions. Since the overthrow of the Shah in 1979 and the embargo on Persian goods in 1987 (Who was lifted in March, 1999) other countries have improved and increased production of carpets. The quality of Persian carpets since the early 1970s was gradually deteriorated. There are some notable exceptions such as carpets manufactured and exported by Miri & Jalili in southern Persia (showroom in downtown San Francisco design). Time will tell if the overall quality will return. If it is smaller quantities at higher prices. This is a big work as they have plenty catching up to do.

Carpet Myth number five: Do not vacuum oriental rugs. About 80 percent of soil in carpet is dry particulate matter. It acts like sandpaper and wears the belt. Some carpets have a thick pile, if they are not regularly vacuumed and cleaned, the soil will become board, it becomes a difficult task to finally remove all that. You owe it to your customers care vacuum in parallel to get the carpet cleaning and so does not damage the fringe.

Carpet Myth number six: Count Knot is the best indication of value. The value of only some carpets Traditional Persian is partly determined by number of nodes. The examples are Nain and Isfahan. The value of silk carpets is also partially based on the number node. New, mass produced carpets from China, India and Pakistan come in a variety of qualities and designs. However, once these mass-produced rugs are used, their value on the secondary market is not the number of nodes.

Carpet Myth number seven: Oriental rugs should never washed. An oriental rug can certainly be well constructed wet cleaned after the first inspection by a pre-cleaning, including a test for colorfastness. Things to avoid in cleaning carpets in the house account unless extenuating circumstances such as size, weight or furniture, etc. Oriental Rug Importers of America recommends handmade carpets be cleaned every 2-4 years, based on traffic, spills, animals and the indoor environment.

Carpet Myth Number Eight: Oriental rugs should never be a protector applied. This idea that is something of a fluorochemical devalue a carpet is just a good old myth. Mats do not make them bulletproof, but let blot spills to be much more effective and can prevent stains from becoming stains.

Cover Myth Number Nine: pad carpet is a waste of money. Carpet Pad provides a protective layer between the carpet and floor. It helps minimize slippage, prolongs the life of the carpet, the carpet felt thicker and more luxurious, smooth bumps and absorbs noise. The best pads for wood floors have a layer of matted synthetic materials with rubber coating on the back.

Cover Myth Number Ten: silk carpets are a great flooring. silk carpets (or anything silk) are expensive. silk carpets do are impractical to use on the ground. They are not as durable and because some silk factory quality and poor use of colors, they can not be invasive cleaned wool carpets good. Once they become very dirty, it is difficult to restore their original appearance. Though they may be beautiful, they are best used a wall decoration.

This article was provided by Aaron Groseclose Master Carpet Cleaner in Dallas, Texas. Learn from the Experts which literally "written the book on cleaning oriental rugs and specialty and share their vast experience.

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