A Sneak Peak Into The World Of Hooked Rugs

A trusted source to find any piece of Antique and Decorated rugs, that is what Aviram Aziz Inc is all about. We have a wide selection carpets ranging from Aubussons, Heriz and Serapi, Lavar and Kerman, Sarouk, Sultanabad, Tabriz, Oushak to Tapestries. Hooked rugs are one of the most in demand rugs, preferred by home and business owners from all parts of the globe. These rugs have an element of distinctiveness or individuality attached to them.
Decorating your place with hooked rugs will definitely be one of the smartest ways to revitalize the environment. An unmatchable ambience is created by these rugs which impart a welcome feel to the place where it is laid. Such rugs have the capability to transform a dull room into a vibrant one. These rugs can also be used to define an area of interest at your home. These rugs can also be used to add warmth to otherwise cold tiles and concrete floors.
Hooked rugs can also be used to protect hardwood flooring and wall to wall carpeting. The entire appeal of the home décor can be revolutionized by aptly using the right rugs. These rugs are extremely versatile and can be used for numerous purposes. You will be able to find the use of such rugs when you decorate your living room, bed room or even guest area. These rugs are also available in colorful patterns which make them all the more attractive. Anyone visiting your home will surely notice the flamboyance of these rugs and will definitely give you a complement for having it. If you are a person who likes to give a vintage feel to your home, there are several hooked rugs available in vintage designs which will suit your cause.
The craftsmanship that goes behind hooked rugs is really worth mentioning. Our skilled craftsmen spend days designing and hooking the rugs, to weave a masterpiece. There are very few authentic craftsmen out there who excel at making such form of rugs. Therefore it is important to check the quality of the rug before purchasing it. Genuine hooked rugs do not collect allergens which otherwise cause health complications to the inhabitants of the home. These rugs are perfect for home environment with children. Especially if your home has wooden floorings, you will find these rugs extremely useful. These rugs will help to increase the longevity of the flooring.

Hooked rugs are manufactured by us using the oldest textile fabric known to man-wool. The durable quality of the wool will be very much evident in any genuinely crafted hooked rug. There are various categories of this form of rug including oriental, formal, Persian, contemporary, casual etc. Each of these types will have its own charisma and style.

You should select the rug depending upon its use and where you are planning to place it. If you are planning to use the rug on a regularly used ground area, it is preferable to go for casual ones as they are made to last in high traffic areas. If you are planning to use such rugs for enhancing the appeal of certain area of your home, Persian ones will be the ideal choice. These types of rugs effortlessly increase the aura of the area. If you want to add more style to the place, you can go for vividly designed hooked rugs which sport enchanting handworks.

A Guide To American Rugs

Aviram Aziz Inc is an authoritative source of antique oriental rugs including Persian, American, Indian, Turkish, Caucasian, Chinese and European rugs. American rugs are truly work of art. Each rug is readied after months of tireless dedication. Navajo Indian rugs are the most popular form of Native American rugs. These rugs are prepared in traditional Mexican style. Our most experienced raftsmen kneel before a wooden framed loom and use a shuttle to weave colored threads together. Geometric patterns and designs are obtained in this process. Originally these rugs were made using hand spun cotton thread. However after the Spanish introduced weaving using wool, Native American craftsmen had shifted to wool for manufacturing this form of rugs. Seminole sashes and patchworks are an important element of rugs prepared by Native Americans. These works add to the appeal of these products.
Weaving among Native Americans has a history of over 1000 years. Initially they used to make carpets and blankets. Later when the demand for rugs increased exponentially, Native Americans shifted to manufacturing of rugs. Since then the popularity of American rugs have been following an upward graph. Native Americans prepare rugs by using a heavier type of weaving, using borders instead of stripes. The rugs prepared by these people are known for its distinctive designs and texture. They are apt for interior decoration fans. Most interior decorators in the American region recommend the use of American rugs for enhancing the appeal of the rooms. These rugs are also extremely durable and easy to manage.
Typical American rugs have strong geometric patterns on them. These rugs are usually flat tapestry woven like Kilim rugs. In the weaving of this kind of rugs the warp does not extend beyond the weaving as fringe. Traders from the 19th century and early 20th century promoted the use of several Kilim motifs in the design of American rugs. A century back, the main forms of colorations used in the design of rugs by Native Americans were natural brown, indigo and white. The indigo dye used in these rugs was obtained through trade. However the trend gradually changed and the craftsmen started using red, green, black and gray for coloring the rugs. These colors signified different aspects of earth as explained by different locations of the reservation. 
Traditional Native American weavers dedicate ample amount of time perfecting these rugs. These craftsmen use upright looms with no moving parts. Support poles made out of steel pipes are now commonly in use. The craftsmen usually sit on the floor while weaving and wrap the finished portion of the cloth under the loom as it grows. On an average, a Native American craftsman takes around 2 months to a year to finish a single rug. The size of the rug essentially determines the time spent for the preparation.
We offer American rugs usually at affordable prices however the pricing will fluctuate depending upon the handwork and design used. Customers will be able to find rugs with intriguing motifs from authentic retailers. It is preferable to confirm the quality of the material before purchasing it. The traditional art of weaving is indirectly protected when you purchase a Native American handcrafted rug. Therefore make sure that you are sourcing the rug from a genuine retailer like Aviram Aziz Inc.