Indian Indulgence

One of the quickest and easiest ways to introduce a flavour of India to any room is with the addition of an Indian rug.

India is a hugely diverse nation and so it stands to reason there is not really one single style that will reflect it.  With a culture that is thousands of years old, it’s not difficult to introduce Indian influences - there are such a lot to choose from and as the home of traditional rugs, you will find a huge selection of Indian flavours to choose from.

 Traditional rugs

  From the exceptional detail found in our Fine Indo Persian collection    rugs to the original Persian patterns found in our Keshan collection -      from the gorgeous look and touch of our Jaipur Silk Mix to the                classic Emperor designs which will grace any home, traditionalists        will find a design to suit their needs.

   Modern rugs

   And we haven’t forgotten those who want a more modern Indian rug.We have a collection of bold, bright Kelims  which will add a splash of contemporary colour and design to a room, while the block colours found in our Dhurrie flat weave rugs will pull your interior design theme together.   

India is all about colour.  We love all the colours found in our Indian rugs - they remind us of the spices that India is so famous for.  Bright red, burnt orange, sunny yellow, it’s not hard to reinvigorate a boring British lounge with an exotic taste of India.  Once you have your rug insitu, select a couple of colours from that and use it to add a couple more Indian pieces.

Perhaps the classic Buddha, or some paisley patterned cushions and throws on the sofa?  Don’t forget some well-placed metal hanging l lamps or tea light holders and some hand painted elephant ornaments.

FrithRugs is the only place to buy your traditional rug

Fine Indo Persian

Homes & Antiques Magazine celebrates its 300th issue in November and we are really pleased to be featured in the magazine which celebrates traditional and period homes and properties.

We are also really proud of the fact that the FrithRugs brand is synonymous with traditional rugs including the quintessential Persian, Afghan and Oriental designs.  The great thing about these rugs is that they look equally at home in a period home as they do in a contemporary setting, which is whey they are always such a best seller.

If you want to invest in a piece that will not only stand the test of time but could even be an investment piece for the future, then look no further than FrithRugs as we offer a huge selection of traditional designs which means you are sure to find something to suit your home and your personality.

If you love the idea of having one of these timeless classics in your home but are not sure where to start, ask one of our rug experts for advice.  All our staff are fully trained to be able to provide you with honest, no nonsense information about would would work well for your family. Our staff will go through the choices available for your home and lifestyle.

Our top tips for your traditional rug:

1.  Most traditional rugs look their best on a hard wood floor

2.  Try to avoid direct sunlight - but if you can't - rotate your rug on a regular basis

3.  You can use your rug to zone areas of a room - especially large spaces.

So when you are looking for a traditional rug – look no further than www.frithrugs.co.uk

Expert advice on rug care

Some of our Oriental, Persian and Afghan rugs are works of art in themselves and can even be an investment for the future.  And so how do you best care of your investment rug?

Our expert team have some good advice.  There are three key rules

1.  Clean off stains as soon as possible

2.  Don’t use the vacuum brush

3.  Avoid direct sunlight.

When it comes to removing any stain – blot never rub and dilute immediately with water.  Blot inwards for maximum effect.  If this fails to remove your stain you may need to use a commercial cleaning solution – we don’t recommend any in particular but we do advise that you test the solution first, on the underside of the rug, or where it can’t be seen.  

We would also suggest that if you have a particularly expensive rug – don’t try washing it at home yourself - but let it be cleaned by the various rug washing experts on the market.

All rugs need regular vacuuming to keep the carpet clean. However, long pile or loop carpets are more delicate and should be vacuumed without a brush. If you see threads coming loose, don’t be tempted to pull them out – instead trim with scissors.

The sun can cause damage to furniture and rugs.  Many of our rugs will have natural substances in the colours and ideally we would advise that you place your rug away from direct sunlight completely to stop the colours fading.  However, if this is not feasible, rotate your rug once a month so that any fade will be across the rug rather than just in in one part.

Enjoy your rug!

Our Winter Sale Offers Great Deals on Persian Rugs

While news reports tell us we are out of recession, the vast majority of us are still watching the pennies.  This means keeping a careful eye on those sale bargain and right now, canny buyers should be browsing our website www.frithrugs.co.uk where our Winter Sale offers an amazing 70% of ALL Persian rugs.

This is no ordinary sale, we are not talking about saving a tenner - we are talking hundreds and in some cases, thousands of pounds.  Now do we have you attention?

Save thousands on this Bidjar carpet

It’s lovely to be able to fill our homes with quality furnishings - a Le Corbusier chair, Waterford crystal, Liberty soft furnishings and of course a Persian rug.  Investing in quality pieces for the home means looking for items that over time, will hold, if not actually increase their value - and of course, there is no doubt that surrounding yourself with beautiful things feels wonderful. Now thanks to our incredible Winter Rug Sale, at least some of those beautiful things are affordable.

Keshan Rug offers great savings

Persian rugs have been an essential part of Middle Eastern culture for centuries and remain popular all over the world.  It’s safe to say they are found in some of the best dressed homes across the globe.  Many offer an exceptionally fine quality and with over 3000 different rugs to choose from at www.frithrugs.co.uk you are sure to find something you love. 

The FrithRugs name is synonymous with traditional rugs which is why we offer the biggest selection in the UK.  The   majority of our Persian rugs are over 25 years old and have been handknotted in areas such as Iran, Turkey and  Afghanistan which means no two rugs are exactly the same.  Already, you are buying a product with a genuine history and of course a rug that is totally unique.

Abadeh design available in the sale

The rugs come in a range of sizes from 2’6 to over 18’ and many are also available as runners.  Featuring bright colours and stunning design and made from 100% wool this home accessory will sit well within both a modern and traditional setting. And, if you think your rug is too good for the floor, they also work as wall hangings. So whether on the floor or the wall they will be the focus of any room.

With over 3000 different rugs to view online alone you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a fine, stylish and truly elegant handknotted Persian rug.  So if you consider yourself a discerning buyer with a taste for the finer things in life - take advantage of our Winter Sale and invest in a Persian rug today.    

Afghan or Persian Rugs - The perfect choice for the discerning home

If you are looking for a rug that embodies taste, style and elegance then look no further than our Afghan and Persian rug collections which offer the most comprehensive choice in the UK and so ensuring the FrithRugs brand is synonymous with traditional rugs.

Afghan Art

While some Afghan rugs draw heavily on Persian influences, others have a more Oriental style, but each rug is a work of art in its own right, representing the craftsmanship of the weavers who boast a diverse range of cultures and artistic sensibilities.  For example, Ziegler rugs have been designed with the western market in mind and fit perfectly into almost any home. Their muted colours use vegetable dyes and their simple but striking patterns complement modern neutral colour schemes.

The Kelim offers a flat tapestry and predominantly feature colours of blue, green, yellow, and red in geometric patterns. 

 

 

Meanwhile the Kundoz range have short piles which makes them very hardwearing and their strong red colour  represents some of the best of Afghan weaving today.

 

Perfect Persian

 For the more discerning homebuyer a Persian rug is the rug to have on the floor.  This area has always been renowned for its carpet and rug weaving and is a key part of the culture dating back thousands of years.   In modern Iran the tradition continues today with an estimated 1.2 million weavers still working to produce these much loved carpets.

These products are among the most expensive rugs on the market and this is due to the intricate hand woven designs which can take months to perfect.  Many are of exceptionally fine quality and made up of designs which generally include motifs native to the area the rug was woven.

 

FrithRugs stock 50 different styles of Persian rugs and our experts are happy to guide you through the buying process to ensure you select the rug that is right for you and your home.

Rug care

Although some of these rugs are expensive, look after them well and they could increase in value over time, making them an excellent investment.

In order to get the most from your rug, try to avoid laying it in direct sunlight as this will eventually fade the colour.   We recommend that you rotate your rug so that you even out any wear and when cleaning, use suction only vacuum cleaners (cylinder or pipes from upright) to avoid damage.

So don’t hide your Afghan or Persian rug away in a dark unused room.  Make sure you have it on display for your family and visitors to enjoy.  And remember, if you think your rug is too precious to put on the floor, you can hang it on the wall – they are works of art after all!