FAQs

Often yes—wool naturally resists staining due to lanolin. Clean accidents quickly; pet urine can cause dye loss if left, especially on silk.

Flip it: the design should mirror on the back and the fringe should be warp ends, not sewn on. Minor irregularities are a good sign.

No. KPSI affects detail but not everything—wool quality, dyes, condition, and design matter too. A robust Heriz might be 85–120 KPSI yet extremely durable.

KPSI measures knots per square inch and indicates detail capacity. Many good Persian rugs range roughly from 80–250 KPSI; fine silk pieces can be far higher.

It’s a repeating diamond with a rosette center and “fish-like” leaves around it. You’ll see it frequently in Bidjar and many town weaves.

Heriz (geometric), Tabriz (fine floral), Kashan (medallion), Qom (silk), Nain (cream/blue), Isfahan (refined), Gabbeh (tribal). Bidjar is dubbed the “Iron Rug” for density.

“Oriental” is a broad region term; “Persian” means made in Iran. Persian pieces often feature curvilinear floral medallions and traditional motifs like boteh and Herati.

Wool pile on a cotton foundation is most common; silk is used for finer pieces. Tribal weavers may also use camel or goat hair in accents.

Yes—“Persian” refers to rugs made in Iran. The country’s official name changed in 1935, but the craft and term “Persian rug” remain widely used.

A Persian rug is a hand-knotted carpet made in Iran (historically Persia), known for intricate designs and durable wool or silk piles. Towns like Tabriz, Kashan, and Isfahan are classic sources.