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What
materials are used in the construction of your rugs?
How do I determine the dimensions of your rugs?
How many knots per square inch are there in your
rugs?
Why do the fringes of a rug vary?
Why is there fading or other color variations
in handmade rugs?
Why do handmade Oriental and Persian rugs occasionally
have imperfections in regards to symmetry or size?
Do you sell under-padding for rugs?
What are the benefits of under-padding?
How long does it take to make an Oriental rug?
How accurately do the pictures on the screen
reflect the actual colors of the rug?
Do you also sell accessories?
What payment method do you accept?
Customer Service Email:
customerservice@pacestone.com
1. What materials are
used in the construction of your rugs?
Most Persian and Oriental rugs are carefully constructed of
only high-quality silk, wool and cotton.
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2. How do I determine
the dimensions of your rugs?
The exact dimensions of each rug are listed in the description
table.
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3. How many knots per
square inch are there in your rugs?
The knot count per square inch is unique to each rug. The count
could range from 60 to 1400 KPSI, depending on the material
used and the skill of the weaver.
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4. Why do the fringes
of a rug vary?
Most fringe choices are made by the weaver of that particular
rug. They range from short, long and in some older pieces, braided.
The length or type of fringe has little to do with the overall
quality or value of a particular rug.
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5. Why is there fading
or other color variations in handmade rugs?
Some colors have varying shades in handmade rugs. This is referred
to as 'abrash'. It refers to the hue or color change found on
many older rugs, particularly those rugs woven by nomad tribes.
While 'abrash' is commonly seen in tribal nomadic rugs, some
modern Oriental rugs are intentionally woven with the color
variation. The variations in color are usually the result of
inconsistent dyeing of the wool, or through the introduction
of a new wool batch while weaving the carpet. Generally some
'abash' is desirable in tribal carpets and very undesirable
in "city" carpets.
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6. Why do handmade Oriental
and Persian rugs occasionally have imperfections in regards
to symmetry or size?
A famous Persian proverb states: "The Persian carpet is
perfectly imperfect, and precisely imprecise". This phrase
comes from their important belief that only God can create perfection.
Therefore, to make a perfect rug would be flying in the face
of the Almighty! Fortunately, most of these 'imperfections'
are very small details of pattern, like an extra leaf on a tree,
or one flower of a color different from all the rest. In tribal
pieces, most variations are not intentional, but simply due
to the fact that it is much harder for nomadic weavers to operate
than it is for city weavers. The looms used in rural areas are
usually simple horizontal looms placed on the ground, where
it is much more difficult to make a perfectly symmetrical rug.
By definition nomadic weavers migrate according to the seasons,
and slight variations might also be caused by temperature changes
and by the constant dismantling and re-assembly of their primitive
looms.
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7. Do you sell under-padding
for rugs?
Yes, we do sell under-padding for our rugs and they are available
for purchase at checkout.
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8. What are the benefits
of under-padding?
Under-padding has many benefits for your rug. It holds the rug
securely in place to prevent slipping, adding cushioning and
luxury and allowing for easier cleaning. Under-padding also
prevents pile crush, protects rugs from the effects of sharp
objects like heels and generally extends the life of your rugs.
Its use is highly recommended to prolong the life and quality
of your rug.
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9. How long does it take
to make an Oriental rug?
The average rug or carpet can take months or years to be woven.
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10. How accurately do
the pictures on the screen reflect the actual colors of the
rug?
The color seen on your monitor is usually about 95% accurate
and a good representation of the true color of the rug. This
can also be affected greatly by the quality of your particular
monitor and its color calibration. We make every effort to present
a picture that accurately represents the real colors of the
rug.
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11. Do you also sell
accessories?
Yes, we feature Natuzzi Furniture, Sherill Furniture, Vera Bradley,
Baldwin Brass, Hekman Furniture, Peggy Karr Glass and Speer
Lamps.
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12. What payment method
do you accept?
We accept Master Card, Visa, Check, Money Order and Cash.
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