The process of creating our rugs and carpets

Our Wool

It all begins with our sheep who over centuries have adapted to the harsh climate of the Himalayan Mountains. Their wool consists of long fiber that is exceptionally durable, with a remarkable softness and texture. Rugs made with Himalayan wool grow more beautiful as time passes by, developing a silk like patina with age and use. Nepal Rugs and Carpets uses the Finest Himalayan Wool on the market We then hand sheer, hand clean and card it and only then is the best of the best spun into yarn that will become your rug.

Dyeing

After the wool has been spun, it is dyed according to the colors required in the specification. This important part of the rug making process has over centuries developed into an art in itself. Our dye masters have a deep knowledge of the natural materials required to create a rich palette of colors for today’s demanding rug market. We use natural herbal plants including indigo, mulberry, saffron, turmeric, rhubarb, walnuts, camellia tea and many more. To enhance these rich natural colors we only use earth friendly chemical dyes.

Weaving

After preparing the dyed yarns, the weaving process now begins. Tibetan rugs are woven on simple vertical looms on which the warp (the vertical threads that form part of the skeleton of the rug, usually cotton ) is wound. The pile of the rug is created by looping yarn around two warp threads, and then around a guide rod that lies perpendicular to the warp. The looping continues until the end of a row is reached. Once a row is completed, the rod is hammered tight against the row below. The weaver then cuts along the rod with a sharp knife, cutting open the pile. The rod is removed and the row is beaten down against the previous row once again. The two or three weft threads are then inserted along the top of the row, the weaver slides the metal rod back in above the weft, and a new row is started. This knot is known a Senna loop. Rug weavers in central and east Asia, use the Persian or Turkish knotting, in which each knot is tied, trimmed, and packed before the next one is started, resulting in knots that are square, elongated and continuous. Senna loops are tied off only when the weaver changes color or reaches the end of a row. Today many weaving combinations such a Cut and Loop, Carved or Textured Rugs using a combination of different fibers all on the same rug are available at your desire.

The Final Product

After the weaving process is complete, it is taken off the loom and our finishers get to work They trim your rug with old fashion iron scissors until the rug pile is perfect. Our trimmers may work up to two weeks trimming each rug to ensure that it obtains the highest possible quality. After the trimming is completed our rugs are then taken outside where they are washed with natural herbs and water. The rugs are then dried in the open air and sun to set the colors. Once the rug is dried, to ensure perfection we do a final trim and inspection then and only then it starts its journey to your beautiful home or office.

How to Care For Your New Rug or Carpet

The beauty and quality of your hand woven rug can be maintained for decades with proper care and cleaning. Regular vacuuming will help prevent dust getting into the foundation of the rug. Avoid using the vacuum on any fringe as the fringe may get caught in the beater brush and tear. To extend the life of your oriental rug turn it 180 degree every year. This helps to even out your rugs exposure to traffic and sunlight.

Over time, grit and dirt become embedded so deeply that it can cut the fibers if not removed by a professional rug cleaning service. Depending on the amount of traffic it is a good idea to have your rug cleaned every one to three years. Cleaning should be done only by a reputable and professional cleaning service that specializes in hand made rugs, not by carpet cleaners that are unfamiliar with hand woven rugs. Make sure to know the fiber content ( i.e. wool, silk, hemp, cactus etc.. ) and tell the cleaning company exactly what your rug is made from. Whenever possible, clean a spill immediately before it has a chance to set in. Use a spoon to scoop up as much of the spill as possible, then blot excess liquid with a paper towel inward as not to spread the spill to a larger area. Blot the spill.

DO NOT RUB THE SPILL INTO YOUR RUG.

As with all fine carpets, keep out of direct sunlight. If your rug will go in direct sunlight, choose lighter earth tones that will not show fading as much as dark colors. Do not use any chemical rug cleaners on your carpet. Using plain or sparkling water and dabbing with a clean, absorbent cloth will take care of most spills. Use a rug pad of good quality to extend the life of the rug.

Avoid placing heavy, metal or sharp wood furniture on your carpet.

Padding

When a rug is placed on a hard surface, a good pad is an important safety issue. Small rugs can be particularly dangerous if a pad is not used. Padding should be placed under all rugs, because it helps to protect them from wear, and prevents them from moving and wrinkling.