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Everything You Would Want to Know About Vintage Rugs

Vintage rugs are in trend more now than they have ever been. They are unique, constructed with vivid colors and made from excellent quality materials. They bring a classical look to any living space as they hold so much beauty and elegance through historical influence. These qualities are what separate vintage rugs from the rest and keep themselves in a league of their own. It is not surprising, at all, that these vintage rugs are now back in trend and look like they are here to stay. 

Of the Best Quality

Nourison Vintage Kashan VKA03 RDMTC Rug

As with everything textile - shoes, clothes, bags, carpets, - the material defines the quality. This is exactly the same with rugs and you won't be disappointed with a vintage rug as these rugs are only made from the best natural materials possible. This isn’t rather for longevity or for actual quality reasons, these are traditional rugs and the only materials that could be sourced were essentially natural fibers. Wool, cotton, silk, etc was what was around, instead of nylons and polyesters which weren’t invented then. To stick with traditional roots, vintage rugs are still made using natural fibers. This, therefore, affects the quality of the rug as natural fibers are one of the best fibers to use for highly decorative rugs. You end up having a good-quality rug with high durability while looking like a masterpiece.  

Detailed and Intricate so All the Details Lie Within the Knots

Vintage Fringe Blue Cream Traditional Rug by Rug Guru

Vintage rugs are handmade rugs - since they are old, traditional rugs. They are made with several thousand knots knotted onto a thread frame. Therefore, all the detail lies within the intricate knots formed. A few knots aren’t enough to paint a picture, but when there are several thousands and thousands of knots, each with varying colors and shades, can paint the most beautiful of pictures. This is exactly what they used to do, the rugs would be used as a way to form pictures of epic scenes throughout the ages or to depict scenery for simple home decor. They are ideal for areas of comfort like living rooms and can be used as bedroom rugs. Due to the very high amounts of knots used to build the rug, the rug can be placed in areas of high traffic, like hallways, without having to worry about replacing them quicker than expected. 

Shaping and Size

This is no different from a vintage rug from a tufted or woven rug. They are available in any size available. Sizing is not an issue with vintage rugs but it should be known that larger rugs take a much longer time to be constructed than it is a handmade rugs. Each knot is painstakingly done by hand so it could take up to several months for a large rug to be constructed. While sizing can be limitless, the shape of the rug cannot. Vintage rugs stick to square and rectangle shapes as they use a thread frame that is wrapped around a loom. With traditional designs, they do tend to follow a four-sided shape however modern vintage rugs can be made into any geometric shape possible. The only downside is that irregular shapes can’t be constructed. 

Long-Lasting

Nourison Vintage Kashan VKA04 IVMTC Rug

Beauty is a definite factor in which rugs are chosen and why; everyone has an aesthetic and look they want for their living space and so the accessories and furniture should reflect this. However, it is important if a rug is long-lasting and can withstand the test of time. The last thing anyone wants is a rug that was expensive and very costly to buy, only for it to be replaced soon after. These purchases should last a long time and it is a good thing that vintage rugs are made with the best natural materials. They are extremely long-lasting and can be placed in high-traffic areas with no issues. This is ideal for when you are wanted your hallways to be decorated with highly decorative rugs but don’t want to have to worry about them wearing away quicker than expected. 

Trends and style

Vintage and antique have been used interchangeably to describe Persian rugs. They are one of the oldest forms of textiles known to man and have survived time by being passed down to several generations. In the digital age, trends are quick - they come and go and are constantly changing to match what the majority are doing. Vintage rugs have always been a favorite and it seems they are here to stay. These rugs are the perfect depiction of elegance and style and have been used to show sophistication and wealth. They perfectly match most aesthetics and can quickly change the mood of any living space. If you are someone who constantly changes styles because they like the different scenes, rather than sticking to one, vintage rugs allow you to match anything with them without having to worry about them clashing. They are often a mix of various different geometric patterns and an array of different colors that can be matched with multiple different arrangements and living room accessories. 

Soft to the Hand

Vintage Pink Traditional Rug by Katherine Carnaby

Comfort is a must in all living spaces and shouldn't be sacrificed for aesthetics and beauty. If it isn’t comfortable, it won't be usable! Vintage rugs are comfortable if not beautiful. They are constructed with natural fibers like cotton, and wool which are naturally soft to touch anyway. These are high-quality materials that allow them to be very soft to touch and comfortable but it doesn’t cost them their integrity and durability. They are made to the highest quality, so there will be no shedding and so the softness can be expected to last for a long time. 

Very Uniquely Yours

As mentioned before, vintage rugs are made by hand. As a result, there are a few mistakes that take place when constructing the rug. Sometimes a pattern is not a hundred percent symmetrical or there is a knot done out of place that has affected the way the rest of the knots are formed. These mistakes are to be expected and rather accepted when made. They add an authentic human touch to the rug rather than show it to be perfect and pristine. These rugs are just the rug if you are wanting something unique and special to you and your living space.

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