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Go into any shop selling rugs, and all sorts of terminology will be thrown at you, such as Persian, Oriental and Turkish. But it's important to understand that they cannot be interchanged. Here is a handy guide on how to distinguish between the three of them.
Traditional Rugs Come from Some Particular Place
Traditional rugs are named after their place of origin. Persian rugs come from Iran, while Turkish rugs come from Turkey. Oriental rugs represent an entire category of rugs coming from various parts of Asia and the Middle East. Thus, every Persian rug is Oriental but vice versa is wrong.
Traditional Style Rugs Featuring Persian Design
When it comes to design, Persian rugs have flowing lines with floral, vine and medallion motifs in perfect harmony of colors. The designs of many traditional style rugs imitate this style.
Home Traditional Rugs and Turkish Style
The typical rug from Turkey features geometric designs, sharp edges, and contrast, with intense red and blue colors. You want home traditional rugs with style, then the Turkish way is definitely the one to opt for.
Browsing Traditional Rugs Online Without the Buzzwords
Shopping for traditional rugs online? Forget about all those buzzwords and focus on the patterns: curved or straight lines and color palette. An honest description will also let you know if a certain rug is Persia-style, or actually Persian in origin.
Persian Charm at Affordable Prices Available Here
Ozra offers Persian-style rugs as part of their Traditional collection including Esfahan Silk, Royal and Vera rugs, among others, with free UK delivery of all items.
FAQs
Can I combine both Persian and Turkish in one room?
Yes. Stick to one design as your focal point rug and make the other serve as an accent piece.
How do I differentiate between hand-knotted and machine-made?
Turn it upside down. Hand-knotted rugs are almost similar to their reverse side with minor imperfections whereas machine-made rugs have a similar reverse side with a backing fabric.
Do all Turkish rugs have a geometric design?
No. Geometric designs are common among Turkish rugs, however, Turkish weavers also make floral designs.
What rug style is suitable for a modern house?
Floral Persian style with a soft look in neutral colors complements the modern setting whereas geometrical Turkish rug is ideal for minimalistic settings where you require an accent piece.
