When most of us want to purchase carpets in Dubai, the first thing we do is search online for the best carpets to buy. We mostly get results from sites selling mass produced, average quality carpets whose only real advantage is their low cost. However, a much wiser investment to make is a customized classical carpet from a reputed company – let’s explore why.
With a custom made carpet you can choose the precise material, design and size you want. So you know exactly how your carpet is being made. The better material you choose, the longer the life of your carpet – you could even pass it on to your great-grandchildren. The design (pattern) and size determine how well it fits with your room and home interiors. With a mass produced carpet, it almost never fits perfectly – it is always too large or too small for a room. But with a customized classical carpet, it is always a perfect fit. Moreover, classical designs are far more diverse than modern ones.
The level of craftsmanship in a classical carpet is outstanding. Traditional hand-knotting techniques are much more appealing than a modern printed design. They have an authentic touch stemming from centuries of tradition, weaving regional culture into your room like nothing else can. Craftsmen will even add monograms or family symbols to the carpet at your request. This means that your carpet will be one of a kind, guaranteed.
From Turkey to Oman, from Egypt to Iran, there are dozens of unique styles of carpet. Every region has its own traditional pattern. One common thread running through every region, however, is the use of certain color combinations to represent certain themes. For example, red and blue represent fire and water. Yellow and blue represent brightness and energy. Orange and blue represent warmth and tranquility. Red and green represent balance and harmony. Also, in every region, you will find geometric and floral patterns.
There is quite a bit of diversity within each country. In Iran, there are three categories of carpets: tribal, village and traditional. A famous style is Tabriz, from the city of Tabriz in Azerbaijan (historically Persia). They have teardrop and floral patterns, and may even depict trees and hunting scenes (in more expensive variants of course). Heriz rugs have bright vibrant colors and a ‘medallion’ in the center. Kashan rugs have a medallion on an intricately patterned floral field. The finest are Kerman rugs, created in a variety of styles by master weavers. They are made with a cotton foundation and wool from local sheep.
Turkey is also famous for its customized classical carpets. The main types are kilim (plain slit tapestry weave), soumak (weft wrapping) and cicim (extra brocade techniques typical of central Anatolia). It’s important to note that within each type, there are many regional styles as well. The finest of Turkish carpets are surely Hereke – crafted from silk exclusively for Ottoman sultans.
Are you planning to purchase a carpet in Dubai? We strongly suggest only looking for hand woven, mastercrafted rugs – they are certainly worth the investment. They will last you generations and provide the home with a warmth that no modern carpet ever can.
