Just like its native country’s rich culture, the Indian rug is an equally diverse item, available in a wealth of styles and forms featuring a myriad of patterns and colours. The exact origin of the very first Indian rugs remains unclear, but the woven coverings appear to have surfaced when Indian people started keeping herd of sheep to produce wool.
Over a thousand years, the ancient skill of rug making evolved combining attributes from different tribes and regions. This diversity of influences and aspirations is directly responsible for Indian rugs being so popular today, floor coverings coveted for their geometric designs and unique floral patterns. Celebrated artworks adorning homes here in the UK, Indian rugs require special attention to retain their appearance and longevity. Fortunately, specialists in Indian rug cleaning understand their individual needs and can be trusted to return them revitalised and ready for use.
Different Indian rug styles
Indian rugs are available in an eclectic range of styles. For instance, traditional Namda rugs still made in Rajasthan and Himachal are crafted by wetting and fusing wool while Kashmir rugs are crafted with silk and wool. Woven to feature traditional motifs, you’ll find them with the palm-shaped “buta” better-known as paisley in the west.
Duree is considered India’s most popular floor rug. Traditionally employed beneath bedding but also to cover flooring during large gatherings. A durable rug, the Duree is most often made with materials like wool, cotton yarn, chenille, jute and silk and can range in size from small prayer mats to large area rugs.
Indian rugs may be referred to by many different names including Jaipur, Srinagar and Amritsar among others.
Professional care for Indian rugs
We provide a comprehensive nine-step cleaning service for rugs made all over the world, including intricate artworks from India. We use gentle but effective cleaning solutions and equipment designed to deep clean rugs without causing harm to their fibres, fringes, colours and patterns. Equal care is taken with drying rugs to ensure they are moisture-free and ready to use once returned home. To extend the time in between professional cleans, we also provide an invisible protective treatment upon request, which can defend your Indian rug against spills and stains.
Get in touch with our expert team at the Rug Cleaning Studio today to learn more.
