Carpeting is a common feature in homes and businesses worldwide, but few people know who invented it. The carpeting history dates back to the 16th century when Persian weavers created intricate hand-knotted rugs. These rugs were trendy among the European aristocracy, and they soon began to be produced in other parts of the world.
In the 18th century, British manufacturers began to produce machine-made carpets, which were much cheaper and easier to create than hand-knotted rugs. This led to a boom in the carpet industry, and by the 19th century, carpets were being made in factories all over Europe and North America.