How is an Afghan rug made?
The process of making Afghan rugs takes place in northern Afghanistan, where the tradition of oriental rugs continues to flourish. The production of Afghan rugs is a complex process that begins with the preparation of the sheep's fleece. The quality of the pastures where the sheep graze has a direct effect on the fineness of the wool. The cleanest, greenest pastures produce the best quality wool. After the sheep are sheared, the wool is separated into two parts: the outer layer, which is in contact with the outside world, is used to make most Afghan rugs, while the part close to the sheep's body is used for the finer woven Afghan rugs. The wool yarns take several days to make. The dyeing is done with natural materials that are boiled in pots for long hours. The yarns are then dried, which can take days in the summer and fan drying in the winter. Weaving is traditionally done at home (Karkhana) in Afghanistan and in workshops in Pakistan. The warp yarns are first inserted into the weaving looms, where the hand knotting is done. After shearing, Afghan carpets are washed several times to prevent the colour from bleeding. Finally, when the rugs are properly dried, they are ready for export. Our representatives in Afghanistan and Pakistan collect the finished products and ship them in bulk to our carpet warehouse in Budapest, where we have been selling them to our online customers since 1993. All our Afghan carpets come with a guarantee.
Two popular types of Afghan rugs
Two of the most popular carpet types of Afghanistan are Khal Mohammadi and Kargai rugs. Afghan rugs are hand-knotted by Turkmen people in the northern part of Afghanistan. In some cases, this type of oriental rug is also made in Pakistan by Turkmen who have migrated to Pakistan. The primary colours are dark red or brown in various shades. Many people think that the denser and thicker the oriental rug, the better and more durable it is. In handmade oriental carpet, thickness is a matter of shearing. Durability is a result of the density of the knotting and the quality of the material used. With their variety of patterns and colours, they give your home a unique feel as bedroom rugs or hallway rugs.
How to clean a handmade Afghan rug?
Minor stains can be easily removed from Afghan rugs without any specialist knowledge. With a slightly damp cloth, it can be easily cleaned. For larger stains, you can use a commercially available wool rug cleaning product. It is worth trying cleaning a small area first to make sure that the cleaner product will not damage the wool or colour of the rug. Afghan rugs can be vacuumed at any time, but only in the direction of the fibre, as all Oriental rugs are usually vacuumed. The worst enemy of wool rugs is moths, so it is a good idea to ventilate them frequently, especially in summer, and to move the small Afghan rug occasionally to prevent moths from laying eggs underneath. For larger stains or occasional major cleaning, we recommend contacting professional carpet cleaning companies. Do not place heavy furniture on the rug as this can damage the rug over time. The biggest advantage of handmade rug is that it can be restored.
Are you thinking of buying an Afghan nomadic rug?
If you have decided to buy a handmade Afghan rug, you will surely find the right Afghan rug for your needs in the CarpetDepo carpet webshop. If you want to create a real oriental atmosphere in your home, then a handmade Afghan rug is the perfect choice. Afghan rugs are traditionally handmade pieces, based on deep historical traditions and artisan culture. The CarpetDepo carpet webshop offers a wide selection of Afghan rugs, all handmade, so you are guaranteed to find unique pieces. The unique patterns, beautiful colours and durability of this oriental rug make it stand out in the rug choosing process. CarpetDepo offers a quality guarantee on all oriental rugs, so you can be sure that your purchase will be a good decision. If you feel that Afghan rug is the perfect choice for you, then do not hesitate any longer and choose the right Afghan rug for you. CarpetDepo offers fast delivery and free returns if it doesn't match your room. So you can be sure that you will be satisfied with your purchase.
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