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the coronavirus - Simple Hygiene
How sad to hear about the rising number of people affected by the coronavirus around the globe, especially in our own country, however every negative event has its positives. We reckon that the whole coronavirus outbreak will benefit towards raising the hygiene standards across the average household. Hopefully these high standards will remain as high long after the coronavirus pandemic.Simple hygiene rules:1.        Wash hands regularly throughout the day.2.        Wash clothes on a regular basis.3.        Wash bed linen once a week or... Read more...
Our Guide to Caring for Antique Carpets, Rugs and Tapestries
If kept free of dust and placed where they will not get heavy wear, antique carpets and rugs can stand normal everyday use.Whether hung against a wall or on the floor, always keep carpets and rugs on a flat, clean, dry surface. Floor carpets need an underlay – with a slightly tacky surface to reduce slip – cut to fit their size exactly. Never nail or glue the carpet to anything. Place antique floor carpets wisely, preferably where they will get the least wear. Rubber pads or wooden cups will... Read more...
Isfahan Persian Rugs
Located in central Iran, Isfahan is regarded as being Iran’s most beautiful city.For centuries Isfahan has been a culturally important centre for the arts and crafts, and as a result is the source of some of the finest rugs produced. Isfahan Rugs are amongst the most prestigious of Iran’s handmade rugs. Shah Abbas was the first Persian ruler to exchange embassies with a western nation, and it was through this contact that Persian rugs first reached Europe, thus Isfahans were the first Persian rugs to arrive in Europe. Indeed an... Read more...
Ah Ha! MASTERPIECES AT RUGPORT
Tabriz Pournami Grand Rapids Showroom with a new selection of Masterpieces - Tabriz Pournami Other masterpieces folded Some silk and wool, while some classics with all wool not forgetting the wide selection of silks, and Persian rugs from all the regions in Persia. RSS Feed Read more...
Keep your house warm this winter
With the cold weather closing in, it might be tempting to crank up the thermostat. However, with the average annual US energy bill costing home owners a lot, you might want to reconsider having your radiators on full blast this winter.With energy costs hitting the country hard, we put together a list of low cost solutions to keep your house warm on a budget.Don’t leave your floors bareBare floor boards might be back in fashion but your feet probably won’t thank you for this interior trend come winter. Floors account... Read more...
Oriental Rug Care - MOTH
Genuine hand-knotted Oriental and Persian rugs are extra durable and can last a full life time and more, provided you know how to take care of them.Let us look at the Moth issues. What causes severe damage is when the female moth lay their eggs (many), which hatch into larvae and consume silk fibers, wool, feather, and fur. Their ideal environment where they thrive in is anywhere warm, dark and quiet. The parts of the rug that receive the less foot traffic and are less vacuumed is a moth paradise.... Read more...
the value of a RUG
Materials and fixed costs Knot density and size Origin and age Patterns, colours, cultural significanc Aesthetics and design Materials and fixed costs when making a carpet An essential factor in determining the price of a carpet are the fixed costs of making a carpet. This applies first of all to the materials and the special tools being used. There is a great variation in the required raw materials, such as the quality of the wool. The same applies to the dyes, whose quality is not usually known until after the... Read more...
GUIDE AND RECOMMENDATIONS-RUG PAD
USING A RUG PADPads are strongly recommended for these below reasons: Most important of all, rug pads greatly reduce premature wear in high traffic areas. Rug pads control curling and wrinkling. Rug pads keep your rugs from slipping out of place. Rug pads provide cushioning resulting in a comfortable cushioned feel. Rug pads act as shock absorbers. We recommend purchasing a rug pad as close to the size of your rug as possible. Ideally, when buying a thinner rug pad, the rug pad should be 1" shorter from all sides or... Read more...
BEST WEDDING IDEAS - PERSIAN RUGS
Yes, that's right: the new hot trend in wedding décor involves colorful, Persian rugs (how much fun, right!?).This design idea is especially popular with out of the box brides and anyone looking to create a casual, relaxed environment. Well I personally think this can be used in any environment outdoor and indoor, an ideal rug present from the groom to the bride or vice-versa. How about a present from the parents, these rugs last way more than a lifetime. (They can be cleaned and restored getting the life of the rug back in no time) and to top it,... Read more...
BENEFITS and tips WITH Small rooms
Small rooms? Use rugs to create the illusion of space.Contact Us, we have all styles, types to suit your needs.Use rugs to divide large rooms: having two to three small rugs in a room, helps create direction and breaks up open plan interiors. Use rugs to create the illusion of multiple spaces, adding depth to even the smallest of rooms.Use light colored rugs: dark rugs can make a room feel smaller, so lightly colored rugs can add a feeling of space and air, and can instantly lift a dark colored flooring. Stick to small prints... Read more...
Color of the year - 2019
4/30/2019 1 Comment   CNN Are you bolD?...yes at Rugport we are bolder. Get ready to see "Living Coral" in your clothing, tech gadgets, home decor and more come 2019.The Pantone Color Institute recently announced its 2019 "Color of the Year," called Living Coral (16-1546).Since 2000, the Institute has chosen a "Color of the Year." Experts look at trends in all facets of daily life, such as the entertainment industry, emerging artists, fashion, technology and more, to decide on the winner for the upcoming year.What does this mean for you,... Read more...
A Guide to Hand-knotted wool rugs
Consumers who are looking for a finely crafted floor covering may want to consider buying a handknotted wool rug for their home. They are a superior product that will add warmth and texture to any room where they are placed. Buyers who choose them are getting a rug that will look good for several years and will improve in appearance over time.Characteristics of hand-knotted wool rugsHand-knotted rugs were the norm until the introduction of machinery that could take over this function. The advantage to using machines to make wool rugs is... Read more...
Rugs in the Kitchen?
The kitchen is a place of baking, chopping, frying, mixing, pouring, eating and drinking. In other words, the kitchen is a place of mess; spillages, crumbs, grease and grime. Keeping the kitchen tidy and clean is difficult to do, even more so if you have children or animals. So, is it the best idea to cover up that easy clean wooden or tiled floor with a rug?Let’s look at the pros and cons... The Pro’s...Design. Rugs are a great way of adding colour and texture to an otherwise bland space; kitchen... Read more...
How to Get Makeup out of a Carpet
How to Get Makeup out of a Carpet 1/29/2019 1 Comment   If not confident call us and we will get any stain outMakeup – it’s all fun and games until it’s been trodden into the fibres of your carpet and shows no signs of coming out. But before you rip your carpet out or throw away your rug, try out some of the below tried and rested methods to save your carpets. The Main golden rules•Always spot test the mixture on an inconspicuous area of the carpet to make sure it... Read more...
Christmas and the holidays
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Its a red Christmas- "Persian Rugs"?
With Christmas drawing nearer the time has come to consider your vacation stylistic theme and choose on the off chance that it mirrors the style that you cherish and the individual that you are. Do you adore a sparkly, shimmery Christmas with heaps of silver and gold?The conventional Christmas style normally comes in red and green shades. Beguiling mythical people and little Santas with caps and facial hair include charming and inconspicuous amusing contacts. Read more...
How to count knots - Comparison Between TurkisH / Persian knots
Counting Knots the easy way -  however there are a few snares that clients can fall into. There are an alternate sorts of knots yet the most mainstream are the symmetrical Turkish knot and the Persian knotWhile the type of knotting can be important for appraising the origin of a rug it is vital when looking at knots per square inch (KPSI).Counting the KPSI you simply measure the knots across a vertical and horizontal inch and multiply the two. Most rugs fall between 100 and 200 KPSI. Some rugs such... Read more...
CARING FOR RUGS / CARPETS
Fine Oriental rugs—benefit enormously from proper custodial care. Investors understand the importance of protecting their investments, both for themselves and for posterity.The best 19th century carpets are disappearing into private ownership and becoming increasingly more difficult to find. Today’s buyers will likely be the last generation with access to Golden Age rugs in floor condition. Proper preservation is more important than ever.Basic CareA few simple practices will go a long way toward preserving your rugs for a lifetime of enjoyment.Proper padding. We strongly recommend using high-quality pads under antique carpets. These... Read more...
SPECIALIST RUG CLEANING ALL LOCATIONS AT RUGPORT
If you have an expensive Persian, Oriental, Silk or Antique rug, how do you ensure you’ve found a company who is a specialist rug cleaner?1) They will always offer to clean your rug at their rug cleaning facility, not in your home.2) They will follow an intensive deep cleaning process. Starting with a thorough survey, color bleed testing, a dusting process, full immersion rug wash, rinsing, extracting, specialist stain/odor removal, hand finishing fringes, full drying facilities (using air movers and dehumidifiers), application of optional micro sealant protectors and/or moth repellent treatments.3) They will... Read more...
Deciding the correct size of the Rug
Decide the correct size of the Rug you will require for the room.For the most part there is no damage in having the front legs of a seat or couch on the rug and the back legs off. (Furniture can definitely be fully on the rug too, and squared up)You in all likelihood will need to take into consideration a bit of hardwood floor or of covering (or tile or whatever your floor is made of) to appear on all sides of the rug. Along these lines, for example, if... Read more...
DESIGNING BARRINGTON LIFESTYLES
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COLOR OF THE YEAR
Inventive and imaginative, Ultra Violet lights the way to what is yet to come.ANNOUNCING PANTONE 18-3838 ULTRA VIOLET, PANTONE® COLOR OF THE YEAR 2018. PURPLE HAZEColor HarmoniesEmbodying calmness, a palette of hazy and smoky hues effortlessly commingle to create subtle blends and harmonies that are both timeless and time-honored.KINDRED SPIRITSColor HarmoniesSitting side by side on the color wheel, this palette of like-minded hues with their spirited good humor and playful exuberance makes for easy and engaging color mixes.DRAMA QUEENColor HarmoniesAn unusual combination of show-stopping saturated color with rich and elegant earth... Read more...
IN THE NEWS - QUALITY RUGS DETERMINED BY THE MATERIAL
By Jacky RuniceSpecial to the Daily Herald.Whenever there's a "magic carpet" in a fable, fairy tale or film, you can bet it's not supposed to be made from nylon, polyester or acrylic. You don't think Aladdin took Princess Jasmine on a ride made of avocado green shag, do you?Most people have a intuitive sense that a carpet constructed from natural materials like wool, cotton and silk would look and feel fabulous, which is why Oriental carpets, with their appealingly intricate designs and stunning colors, have been coveted choices in decor... Read more...