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HAND TUFTED RUGS

Even though some of the rugs we sell are genuinely hand woven on vintage looms, the majority of the area rugs we sell at Natural Rug Co are either hand tufted or machine tufted, so we thought we’d explain their construction and advantages to you.

How to Make a Hand Tufted Rug

High-quality fibres are used in hand-tufted carpets so that the final product resembles a hand-knotted rug in terms of appearance and use. But a hand-tufted rug is made without tying knots, unlike a hand-knotted rug. A hand-tufted area rug is far more affordable to produce because it takes much less time. Hand-tufted rugs are hence very reasonably priced area rugs.

The “tufting gun” is the device used to make hand-tufted rugs. Fiber loops are forced through a backing. Once the rug maker has completed this step, a scrim—a sturdy piece of cloth made of another material—is added using adhesive. The tufts are kept in place by this. A final protective backing is added after this has dried. The final process is to shear the rug, which involves cutting all of the loops on top of the rug to produce the pile. High traffic can be tolerated by hand-tufted rugs, but after 12 to 20 years of use, they start to show signs of wear.

High-quality fibres are also used in machine-tufted rugs, and the end item is quite durable. Power looms are substantial machinery used to create machine-made rugs. They are far more affordable to buy as area rugs because they are produced more quickly than hand-tufted rugs. If properly cared for, a high-quality machine-made rug can survive for many years. High traffic can be tolerated by machine-made rugs, but after 12 to 20 years of use, they start to show signs of wear.

The family room, the entryway, and the hallways all see a lot of traffic. The dining room and home office are spaces with moderate traffic. The formal living room and bedrooms are examples of low traffic areas.

Nothing more than having loved ones and priceless possessions within a house makes it seem like a home. After all, it’s the everyday items in a person’s home that reveal their meticulous selection and craftsmanship. Rugs are unquestionably among the most popular décor items that support both. They give a space gravitas, a lot of character, and quick illumination. Rugs are a great way for you to express yourself through home decor and discover your particular style. However, choosing between hand-made and machine-made carpets while buying such rugs can frequently be perplexing. Both contribute to making your house a home and give it an unbeatable artisanal touch.

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Handmade rugs frequently feature robust, natural materials

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Only the best materials are normally utilised to manufacture them because it takes time and effort to make one handmade rug. With the proper maintenance, the carpet will be more valuable and more likely to last a lifetime. Our silk and wool carpets are made from the finest, most durable wool that is sourced from China. In machine-made rugs, synthetic fabrics like nylon and polyester are frequently employed. Natural rug materials like wool and silk are incredibly opulent and endure a very long time. They are also the more environmentally friendly option for a carpet, which takes months to produce. Here is how to recognise a hand-knotted rug.