FAQs

Vacuum weekly without a beater bar, rotate seasonally, and address stains quickly. Professional cleaning every 1–2 years and a good pad can add decades of life.

Look to reputable rug dealers, auction houses, and vetted online sources. Ask about origin, fiber content, knot type, return policy, and care recommendations.

Use Oushak rug runners in hallways, kitchens, and entryways, leaving 4–6 inches of floor visible on each side. Add a grippy pad to prevent sliding.

Oushak rugs often have lower knot counts than Persian fine weaves—commonly under \~120 KPSI. Lower density suits their large-scale, decorative designs.

Oushak rugs date to the Ottoman era, with star and medallion carpets seen in 16th-century European paintings. The weaving center remains active today.

No—Oushak rugs are indoor pieces; moisture and UV can damage wool and dyes. For covered porches, bring them in during wet or intense-sun periods.

Hand-knotted wool Oushak rugs have minimal off-gassing compared to synthetics. If sensitive, avoid latex-backed tufted lookalikes and air the rug out before use.

Yes—UV light lightens natural dyes over time. Rotate every 3–6 months and use curtains or UV window film to slow fading.

A felt-and-natural-rubber pad balances cushion and grip. Trim it about 1 inch inside the rug’s edge; 1/4-inch thickness suits most Oushak rugs.

Oushak rugs lean soft-palette and large florals with a Turkish knot; Heriz rugs are bolder, geometric, and typically red/blue. Heriz often feels stiffer and more angular.

Some are, but value depends on rarity, condition, dyes, and market demand. Get an appraisal and consider insurance for pieces above a few thousand dollars.