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The Rug Source team is here to help you when it comes to getting the very best value for high quality rugs!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Every family appreciates the incredible value of heirlooms that can be passed down from generation to generation, and many times very high quality rugs <\/strong>are the types of household items that parents pass down to their children and grandchildren. But when you have such high hopes for your rug purchase from an intrinsic investment standpoint, there\u2019s absolutely no denying that you\u2019ll want to get everything right and differentiate cheaper, inferior rugs from antique rugs<\/a> and very desirable modern rugs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rug Source<\/a> has been an industry leader for many years because we provide an unparalleled combination of both quality and affordability for our entire vast inventory, and below we\u2019ll be diving into some tips in terms of helping you differentiate superior area rugs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aesthetics And Shape<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to differentiate quality rugs from less superior options is to take a close look at the irregularities that appear within the rug\u2019s aesthetics and shape. It\u2019s always perfectly fine when you notice any small flaws within even the very best Oriental rugs<\/a>, because this will indicate that it\u2019s been handmade by an expert artisan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you do recognize any noticeable unevenness along the edges of the rug\u2019s dimensions, then this is a clear sign that the rug was manufactured much too quickly and most likely is not a worthy investment. All high-quality rugs will lie perfectly even along floors, and this means that you won\u2019t be able to see any uneven sides and curling edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also important to note that less desirable, cheaper rugs will many times have a washed out, bright aesthetic to them. So this is something that you should always be on the look out for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Handmade, Machine-Made Or Flat-Weave Rugs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Artisanal skills and how long the rug-making process takes for any particular area rug are both incredibly important factors to keep in mind in terms of quality and the overall costs associated with rugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hand-knotted and hand-tufted rugs<\/a> tend to be the most popular options when it comes to the many different types of handmade rugs. There is always going to be so much time and dedication that goes into handmade rugs, and many times expert artisans will incorporate cultural significance within the rug\u2019s design that helps increase investment potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flat-woven rugs like kilim rugs<\/a> offer another unique manufacturing concept that requires a ton of craftsmanship and expertise, and many times flat-woven rugs are great options for wall d\u00e9cor that will undoubtedly last many decades!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Machine-made rugs may have flawless stitching, but there\u2019s no denying that they lack character as compared to their handmade counterparts. Machine-made rugs also tend to not last as long as handmade rugs, so they don\u2019t typically reach the family heirloom<\/em> standards that most people are looking for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always Be Considering The Knots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Knots per square inch (KPSI) is a very important rug quality metric that we take very seriously at Rug Source while we\u2019re developing our own inventory, and it\u2019s something that our clients should know about as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A rug\u2019s KPSI will always help you when it comes to better understanding the denseness and overall quality associated with handmade options. When a rug has a KPSI of around 290 or more, you can be much more rest assured that the aesthetic designs and clarity will be top-notch. This is primarily because artisans can implement more color tonalities and variations as KPSI increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This type of metric is also always very important when you\u2019re considering geometric rugs<\/a>, because the different contrasts within these rugs will always be extremely intricate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always Avoid Synthetics And Invest In Natural Fibers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You should always avoid synthetic fibers when you\u2019re in the market for quality rugs, and this is mainly because these rugs are always mass-manufactured and very cheaply made. Sure, synthetic rugs are fine when you\u2019re just looking for a cheap area rug, but they\u2019ll never last as long as family heirlooms should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Handmade wool rugs<\/a> are some of the very best in the entire world, and they can very likely last 100+ years if you take care of them properly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reach Out To The Rug Source Team To Learn More About Finding Quality Rugs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re currently looking for a quality rug that you and your family can keep for generations to come, then you\u2019ve found yourself in a very unique opportunity at the Rug Source website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rug Source is one of the most reputable dealers in the entire United States<\/a>, and this is because we ensure that our quality rugs are manufactured by some of the very best artisans in the entire world!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It truly is our passion to help our clients navigate their way towards an area rug that they can enjoy and then pass down to their children, and our team will always be there for you through every step of the rug shopping process so you can be rest assured that you\u2019re getting the very best value possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always feel free to reach out to us online<\/a> or call us at 980-422-4080 or 704-763-0979 to get in touch with us and let us know how we can help you find a high-quality rug that your entire family will love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out our Rug<\/a> Guide<\/strong> blog entries to get answers. We\u2019ll help you figure out which sort of rugs is ideal for your house and how to choose one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n