Rug Blog

Michelle September 8th, 2009

If you are looking for a stylish new rug, there are several companies you might look into. Nourison, for one, and Sisal, the leading manufacture of sisal rugs. But if it’s a well made, durable rug in a traditional style that you are searching for then your search really should start with Karastan. Karastan have by far the widest range of traditional and classical rugs and have been manufacturing them since as far back as 1928. This long history of quality design and rug manufacture has earned the company a name as one of the leading rug makers in America, and has attracted numerous celebrity clients (including Donald Trump). Because of this, Karastan rugs have become a mark of style and taste, a statement if you will.

So just what does make Karastan such a successful company and why are it’s rugs as popular as they are? Lets take a look at some of the reasons why Karastan area rugs are recognized as some of the best rugs in the world.

Tradition
Karastan have been making rugs for nearly one hundred years and are one of the oldest rug manufacturers in America. In this time they have pioneered new techniques and new designs to ensure that they always remain at the forefront of the industry. When you buy a Karastan rug you are not only buying a beautiful piece of carpeting, but also a piece of heritage.

Natural Materials
Karastan uses only natural materials in the manufacture of their rugs. In fact they are the worlds largest user of New Zealand wool, which is produced in open pasture whilst preserving the natural landscape. This wool is also the cleanest and whitest wool that can be found and makes for beautiful Karastan wool rugs.

Environmental Ethics
Karastan are an environmentally aware company and take great pains to ensure that their impact on the environment around them is minimized. This is done by using only ethically produced natural wools, by recycling, and by continuing their environmental research to find new ways to lessen their impact on the environment. They are currently involved in a huge recycling scheme, diverting used rugs away from landfill sites. They are also part of a project (along with the Environmental Protection Agency) aiming to replace the coal used in cement kilns with recycled wool from carpets and rugs.

Durability
The way in which Karastan weave their rugs has been designed to increase the durability and longevity of the product. A Karastan area rug last up to twenty years longer than other rugs.

Variety
Karastan manufacture rugs in a huge variety of designs and design styles. Their traditional rugs are best known and are stunningly beautiful. However, they also have a number of contemporary designs available too. In fact they have been a pioneer of design for decades and this is evident in the range of styles they have on offer – from classic to contemporary and everything in between. They also have a very nice line of Karastan oriental rugs, so if you are in the market for a Karastan oriental rug then be sure to check them out.

Style
Karastan is a well established name in home fashion. Their rugs are not only beautiful but carry the trademark name. Owning a Karastan rug is somewhat of a statement in itself.

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Michelle September 8th, 2009

If you are thinking of redecorating your home, one of the most important things that you should consider in the new design is a rug. You might think that a new rug would be one of the last items you buy, more of a dressing, a finishing touch, than a major design feature but a good rug can define a room. There is nothing that can spoil the style of a newly decorated room more than an old rug that refuses to fit with the new look you have created.

When you are looking for a top quality rug, the first place you should look is Nourison. If you’ve never heard of Nourison rugs, you will be pleasantly surprised by what you find. If you check out their website at Nourison.com you will be literally bowled over by the amazing range of stylish, hand crafted rugs available there. A Nourison rug is simply the most beautifully designed rug you can buy and the company has earned its place as one of the worlds leading rug manufacturers.

Whether your style is contemporary or classic, you will find a Nourison area rug to suit your tastes. In fact you will more than likely find several and be spoiled for choice by just how many amazing designs they have available. I’m not exaggerating. Check out their website and see for yourself.

What’s more, Nourison manufacture all of their rugs in a traditional manner, either by hand or by good old-fashioned loom weaving. This provides for a level of quality that you just don’t get with other rug manufacturers. It’s a rare delight to find so many contemporary designs being produced in such a time-honored fashion. It’s even more astounding to find beautiful classic designs manufactured the way that they would have been hundreds of years ago. And these manufacturing techniques (it deserves to be called a craft really) have been applied to rugs of all shapes and sizes, from area rugs to scatter rugs.

Classic
If it is a traditional or classical style rug you are looking for, then look no further. Nourison have an extensive range of classical designs and classical European designs, including a stunning Versailles Palace collection, and the infamous Nourison 2000 rugs collection. They are also now featuring a country range, which comprises of the kind of rugs you might mind in a traditional American farmhouse and also feature an extensive Nourison oriental rugs line.

Contemporary
If the contemporary or modern is more to your taste then you won’t be disappointed either. Nourisan have a rug to suit any modern room, including their popular tones and textures ranges. In fact, Nourisan have rugs in styles ranging right from colonial to the very latest in fashion (including designs by Calvin Klein Home and Liz Claiborne).

And the joy doesn’t stop there. The Nourison Home range includes other home design accessories made especially to fit with Nourison Area Rugs. You will find cushions and pillows to match the rug you choose, helping you to tie the design in with the rest of the room.

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Michelle September 8th, 2009

It’s the worse thing that could happen. You’ve just gone out and bought a stylish new rug, only to drop or spill a substance onto its pristine surface. What should you do? Should you throw it in the washer? Should you use a household fabric cleaner? The answer to this will depend largely on what type of rug you have, and also on what type of substance has stained your rug.

One of the great things about rugs is that they are usually relatively easy to clean. Many modern rugs can be machine washed (although you might not want to do this with expensive or more delicate rugs) providing that they are small enough to fit in the machine. Others can be easily hand washed. On a more day-to-day basis, all rugs can be shaken or beaten outside to quickly remove dust and dirt. An ordinary carpet cleaning solution or fabric cleaner can also be effective on some rugs.

Of course, some stains are more difficult to clean and require special attention. In this instance you might want to call in an expert or take your rug to a rug cleaning service. If you feel that you want to tackle that difficult stain on your own, however, here is some advice that might help you. This information was compiled by Nourison and first published on their website (nourison.com). As such this rug cleaning advice is written to be used with Nourison rugs specifically, however it should be relevant to most rugs.

Detergent or white vinegar can be used to remove the following stains: Beer, blood, chewing gum, candy and chocolate, fruit juice, gravy, ice cream, lipstick, mustard, salad dressing, shoe polish, vomit, wine and tea

Urine and excrement can also be removed this way and should be removed immediately as chemicals can damage the dyes used in some rugs. For stains caused by pet urine or feces you should contact a professional cleaner or rug cleaning service.

Fat and oil should be first dabbed clean with tissue, then ironed to evaporate the remaining oil before cleaning with cleaning fluid.

Jam can be removed with nothing more than warm water.

Ink, paint and grass stains should be removed using methylated spirits or turpentine. But remember to use this substance sparingly as it can also remove the dyes used in some rugs. In most cases it would be preferable to consult a specialist rug cleaning service before using this technique.

This advice may be generally useful for Nourison rugs and for other types of rug, but remember that different types of rug will require special attention. Because of this it is important to always check the manufacturers guidelines on the label. When in doubt, or if your rug does not have a label, you should always contact a professional rug cleaner for advice.

If you do accidentally spill something onto your new rug, the most important thing to remember is not to panic. People often make matters worse by acting rashly and hurriedly trying to remove the stain without checking the best way to do this. There is an answer to every problem and your rug can be easily restored with the right know-how.

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