introduction

Carpets are floor coverings that are spread on floors anywhere, especially in homes and houses.

Carpets first appeared thousands of years ago when humans began making them by hand. They are considered one of the things that give a room a beautiful and attractive appearance.

There are different types of carpets that are hung on the walls inside buildings to give a beautiful decor. Carpets are very important as they preserve the floors and make the place warm in the winter. Carpets have another importance, which is giving the place an attractive appearance when used for decorative purposes, as experts in…

Persian carpets

As for classic furniture, Persian carpets are chosen to add charm to the home despite their low price. They do not deteriorate quickly due to their resistance to moisture, as Persian carpets are made of silk, wool and cotton. The price of the carpet is determined by the size and quality of the carpet’s design.

Persian carpets have many characteristics that determine the types and prices of carpets, including the length of the pile, the carpet frame, the type of patterns, the carpet materials, the final shape of the carpet, the way the warp threads are placed from the knots and weft, and other characteristics that determine the type of carpet, its name, and its features according to the country in which the carpet was made.

Carpet industry in Iran

Carpet making is not an easy or simple process. Rather, it requires a great deal of time and effort, especially when it comes to handmade carpets. Before beginning to make a carpet, a design is drawn as a model, which the craftsman then replicates, just as if designing a garment. This drawing is comprehensive and includes all the essential details for the carpet’s final appearance.

Then, a hook with a slightly drooping head and a wide blade is used to cut the threads to make the carpet. Usually, a white silk thread is used to place the basic threads of the carpet in order to build the carpet by assembling the wool thread on the silk thread. To make a carpet measuring one and a half meters by two meters, you need four days to make it, which determines the time to make the carpet. Materials

Raw materials used in carpets

Carpet components are fibers and threads used in making carpets, including nylon, polypropylene, wool and wool-blends, polyester, acrylic, and Carpet binding. There are many types of wool used in making carpets, including young sheep wool, which is considered one of the finest types of wool.