What You Need To Know Before Buying a
Traditional Persian Rug
A Persian rug is a good investment for most households that are
generally preceded by a total ignorance of this amazing decorative
accessory. But this should not prevent you from acquiring it if you
like this kind of rugs. They are really beautiful and capable of
transforming the decoration of a room with their correct choice. We
bring you ten tips from an expert on the subject, hoping they will
guide you a bit in choosing your Persian rug.
 First of all, do not lose your nerves, peace of mind, keep in
mind that the world of traditional Persian rugs has centuries of
tradition, you cannot learn everything in an instant. Calm and
open mind will allow you to enter that world.
 A Persian carpet is a work of art and as such you must look at
it. The technique of their elaboration has a long history and
they are products that can achieve great beauty and a value
commensurate with it.
 It is a decorative object or a very peculiar work of art, you
should not only value it visually, and you should also touch it
and feel what it transmits.
 Don't be shy, ask them to extend it to you and look at it from
different angles and points of view, you will notice that it
changes and takes on different aspects. It is not an industrial
object, it is the work of the hard-working women, mostly, who
have put into it ancestral knowledge transmitted by the family.
 And ask, ask everything you can think of, where does it come
from, who made it, what technique has been used in its weaving
and the materials used. Try to know everything you can about her.
 A good carpet seller will be happy to answer all those doubts and
questions. Don't feel pressured by an obligation to buy. If there
is something inherent in rugs, it is the culture of the country
where it was created and in it dialogue is essential.
 You must see and take into account different copies, separate the
ones you like and then try to visualize them in the space that
you are going to allocate. It is important that you keep this
point in mind because a rug may seem perfect in the store but
then not fit into your decoration.
 Flee from excessive formalism, many times the function of a
Persian carpet is to create a contrast and if its tones are too
similar to those of the general decoration of the room, it will
lose all its charm.
 Ask and find out and decide on a business that you have good
references not only for its acquisition but also later in the
after-sales service.
 Don't pay too much attention to your brain and let yourself be
carried away by your heart. Even if you go over budget, keep in
mind that a good traditional Persian rug is a long-term
investment.