Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Choosing the Perfect Floor Rug pt. 2

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Shopping for a new rug can be daunting.  With so many sizes, looks, designs, and textures, the process can be overwhelming. 

Here at Carpet Wagon we want to help you choose the perfect rug for your home. 

Below are some key terms to know when you go rug shopping.  

Call Carpet Wagon at 1(800) 57-WAGON today to schedule a free consultation at home or visit our showrooms to see all the great rug products we have for you.

Some key terms and phrases about rugs:
Cut and Loop Pile: A combination of cut ends and loops of pile yarn creating a variety of surface textures.

Cut Pile: The majority of area rugs are woven or tufted in loops and sheared after insertion so loop ends stand straight, creating a luxurious appearance and texture.

Dhurrie: A flat-woven rug made in India, usually of wool, and noted for their geometrical or whimsical designs.

Drop-stitch: A technique in machine made rug construction where a line is “dropped” simulating carving in handmade designs and adding a textural element.

Flat-weave: Any rug woven without a cut pile such as a dhurrie.

[Photo by ccarlstead]

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