True Oriental rugs also share a common characteristic - the manner in which they're made. Oriental rugs are either flat-woven or hand knotted. In flat-woven, pileless rugs, horizontal and vertical threads form both the rug itself and the design. From this foundation has developed the variety of weaving styles, designs and geographic similarities which often confuse purchasers. They blend wonderfully with contemporary, formal, ornate, casual and traditional decorating styles.
Oriental rugs are as adaptable to the casual living styles of today as to a formal board room.
The warmth and beauty of Oriental rugs bring interest and luxury into almost every room in the house. Their amazingly resilient and durable qualities make them perfectly suited for heavily traveled areas as well as seldom-used parlors. Properly placed on top of existing carpet, an Oriental rug brings a new dimension to a room, and has the added benefit of being easily transported if you move. Oriental rugs don't necessarily have to be relegated to the floor. Flat-weave rugs such as dhurries and kilims make attractive wall hangings.