Turkish Rugs

Turkish Rugs are considered a part of the carpentry art of Turkey. Turkish Rugs are generally known as Turkish Baraithan. This is because the once an Ottoman province, Turkey, has modern-day borders with various nations, including Iran, Iraq, and Syria. The word "Baraithan" itself means "of the province of Thrace." This would explain why Turkish Rugs would often be referred to as Baraithan rugs or Turkish Baraithan carpets.

History of Turkish Rugs

The first Turkish rugs to capture the attention of the western world were crafted by female tribal artists. They included motifs such as flower petals, fruit, bird eggs, small animals, and geometric designs. The styles varied with the type of fabric used and the thickness of the Weave. The tribes produced thicker weaves to provide heavier weight and durability to their clothing. Some weaves also took advantage of new technology in dyeing. By using dyes with longer wavelengths and stronger chemicals, weavers could produce intricate patterns that were impossible in older methods.

 

The higher knot count allowed these rugs to retain their shape much better than lower-quality rug materials. This means that they will not shrink like cheaper materials. Thus they will resist dirt and mildew much better. Because of the higher knot count, these Turkish rugs retain their color much longer, making them ideal for use in more prominent areas. This also has the added benefit of providing superior quality protection to any flooring laid on top of them. This is especially true if you have children or pets that frequently run around.