The rich, exotic texture of our Moroccan Shag rugs revives classic tribal designs to perfectly integrate with today's contemporary décor. Moroccan Shags are power-loomed using a lush blend of synthetic yarns for lasting luxury and continual class.
How do I identify a Moroccan rug?
- The back of the rug will look more polished.
- Woven Moroccan rugs become more supple over time.
- The color or natural rug dye will look faded.
- Check for natural wear.
- It has an original design.
What is a Berber style rug?
Berber Carpet is a style of carpet that consists of multiple small loops that are not cut, but rather woven together. Their rugs featured a distinctive knot texture that is still used today and gives the now-industrialized carpet the appearance of a hand-crafted carpet.
How much should I pay for a Moroccan rug?
A small rug may only cost you 750-1000 dirham. However an average price ranges in the 3500-6000 dirham range. An older vintage Berber rug or larger sized rugs can range from 10,000-25,000 dirham and more.
How can you tell if a Moroccan rug is real?
A trick you can do to recognize a real Moroccan Berber rug from a fake one is to burn its string. A real Moroccan rug made of wool does not ignite. On the other hand, fake Moroccan rugs are made of cheap synthetic materials. Polypropylene fiber is toxic and highly flammable, so it will catch fire easily.5 Oct 2020
Are Moroccan rugs hard to clean?
Are Berber Rugs Hard to Clean? Berber carpets are handwoven with tight loops. Those loops can trap dust particles and dirt. The best way to clean a Berber area rug without damaging it is to vacuum at least once a month to keep it clean.
What are Moroccan rugs made out of?
Typically, the ancient Moroccan rugs were made from pure sheep wool in different piles and thickness depending on the region. The rugs made from thicker piles of wool were made for the colder and snowy Atlas Mountains. On the other side, lighter flatweave rugs are made to suit the Sahara desert's hot climate.6 May 2021
Why are Moroccan rugs so expensive?
The value of the Moroccan rug is determined by different factors. One of the most common is the knot density. The number of knots per unit area is directly proportional to the quality of Moroccan carpet, Those with a higher knot count took longer to make, and will be the more valuable.23 Oct 2019
Are Moroccan rugs good quality?
Rugs from Morocco are high quality making them very durable which is why they are often found in schools, offices, homes, and high traffic areas throughout the world. They are stain-resistant and usually more affordable than plush carpets.3 Feb 2021
Where are Azilal rugs made?
Moroccan
What is a Moroccan style rug?
A Moroccan style rug is basically the traditional Moroccan rugs that are soft, plush, have high piles and are often made from wool. Moroccan hand-knotted wool rugs mostly have geometric pattern designs with calming colors.