MAT LIVING takes great pride in bringing some of the most stunning pieces of handmade luxury rugs and carpets to your threshold. They sell luxury handmade rugs around the world. Their rugs are handmade in eclectic styles, materials, and designs. With a specialty in flat weave and hand-knotted rugs, they work on a wide range of various rug construction techniques. Although some of their counterfeits in the market may look similar, the authenticity and quality of handmade rugs on MAT LIVING can be identified upon taking a closer look at the appearance and characteristics.
Handmade rugs vary in wear and tear based on their construction. Hence, it is important to know the differences to be able to find one suitable to your needs. You may want a rug for use for a couple of years or more. So, here is a guide on different construction techniques followed at MAT LIVING:
Hand-Knotted Rug
Hand knotting requires tying strands of chosen fiber around the foundation (warp) on a loom. Hence, handmade rugs that are knotted have thousands of tied knots. It takes a few weavers to work for several months and can be made by highly skilled weavers. Their handmade nature ensures that they are of the highest quality. Hand-knotted rugs on MAT LIVING can be compared to hundreds of years old rugs, in decades the process hasn’t changed a bit.
Flat weave Rugs
Flat weave wool rugs on MAT LIVING can be an alternative to softer sheepskin and shaggy rugs. Besides, they are lightweight, durable, and easy to handle and maintain. Flat weave rugs construction involves a line of weft (yarn) running across the foundation (warp) and the finished product is a flat rug that is also reversible (same on both sides).
Woven Rugs
Unlike flat weave rugs which are interweaving of warp and weft, woven rugs have a pile height and are thicker. Woven rugs can be a hybrid of more than one weaving style. Woven rugs on MAT LIVING are those with a discrete pile or woven across the surface to create designs across the surface of a flat weave rug.
Hand Loomed Rugs
Hand-loomed rugs resemble those made using the hand-knotting technique. However, unlike hand-knotted, they are flimsy, made on a loom by a hand-operated set of levers. Unlike hand-knotted rugs where each knot is individually tied, in hand-loomed, it is the tension in the yarn that keeps the rug in position, which means it can stretch out of shape if not handled carefully.
Hand-Tufted Rugs
The modern handmade rugs on MAT LIVING are hand-tufted for relatively faster manufacturing and delivery. Chosen fibers, natural or synthetic, are injected using a handheld machine into a backing which is then sealed using latex or similar material. The characteristics of hand-tufted rugs vary widely, with their surface smooth and glued backing. Unlike hand-knotted and woven rugs, they lack in forming significant texture and have a shorter lifespan.
Why should you buy handmade luxury rugs from MAT LIVING?
After you are familiar with some of the most in-demand rug construction techniques adopted by MAT LIVING, you must have made up your mind as to what kind of rug you want. Here are a few reasons to justify your purchase of a handmade luxury area rugs from MAT LIVING:
A standout decoration
For a lot of us, the decoration aspect could be the foremost reason to buy a rug. The wide range of luxury handmade rugs gives plenty of options to match decoration for various styles.
Sound dampening
Rugs are known to absorb sound and diminish loudness that could be unpleasant at times. You don’t want your concrete floor to transmit the sound that feet make, lay it over a handmade rug. The handmade rugs from MAT LIVING will cushion the floor and help lessen the sound due to footsteps. So, even when you party upstairs, people can sleep peacefully.
The insulation aspect
Undeniably, howsoever practical, hardwood floors and concrete floors lack the ability to retain heat. As opposed to hard floors, rugs and carpets can help retain heat and keep a room warmer. Hence, investing in handmade luxury rugs at MAT LIVING can save you from spending time, effort, and money arranging heating appliances.
At MAT LIVING, you will find luxury rugs that come in a range of prices owing to the range of weaving techniques to ensure affordability, among other needs while keeping with essential characteristics. Their luxury handmade rugs will form a standout decoration element, introduce comfort, and provide insulation.
Mat Living is a specialty rug store to find your favorite area carpet. We have endless collection of area rugs from contemporary, luxury to vintage rug that fits any home décor.
We are leading the rug industry since last 80 years and helping people to create a home they have always dreamed of.
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