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Authentic Oriental Rugs California

The decision to purchase an authentic oriental rug is a little more complicated than shopping for other rugs? This article is right for you.

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Ethan Allen-Doyle's
(559) 224-1776
7925 N. Blackstone
Fresno, CA

Thomasville at River Park
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Modello Designs
(619) 621-5093
3517 Main St
Chula Vista, CA

Bungalow
(951) 735-4060
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209-725-2641
2003 Princeville Ct.
Merced, CA

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714-904-0295
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Livermore, CA

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Harder & Associates
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363 E 6th St
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Go natural. Although synthetic dyes are more stable, nothing compares to the artistry and delicacy of the natural dyes. Natural dyes tend to cost more but also retain their value in the future.
Look for signed rugs. Signed rugs are somewhat a rarity due to the general illiteracy of those creating the works of art. However, merchants or entrepreneurs responsible for the creation and distribution of the rugs often incorporated ?signatures? to identify their products. Rugs with highly sought after signatures are prized investments.
Find unwashed rugs. The vivid colors associated with many original rugs were not popular in this country, so oriental rugs were frequently ?washed? in order to remove the vivid colors. Unwashed rugs are highly prized as authentic examples of the original beauty and artistry of the work.
Choose an appropriate size. Overly large rugs may not easily fit into modern-day homes, so those of a more conservative sizing are considered more desirable in today?s market.
Be sure to clean and maintain it. Few things impact the value and desirability of an oriental rug more than the type of cleaning and maintenance that it has received over the years. Rug cleaning requires specialized knowledge of the dyes, weaving, construction methods, and much more to assure the rug retains its full beauty.

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