American hooked rugs form uncut loops; latch-hook rugs tie short yarn pieces into knots, creating a cut pile. Tools and base fabrics differ (hook on linen/burlap vs latch on canvas mesh).
American hooked rugs form uncut loops; latch-hook rugs tie short yarn pieces into knots, creating a cut pile. Tools and base fabrics differ (hook on linen/burlap vs latch on canvas mesh).