Know Your Rug: Stories, Heritage & Handmade Artistry

What lies beneath a handmade rug? Discover how warp, weft and knots create a carpet's foundation, and learn what its construction can reveal about craftsmanship, quality and origin.

Buying a rug online can be convenient, but choosing a handmade or antique carpet requires more than looking at a photograph. Here are 12 things to check before you order.

Not every old rug is an antique, and new doesn't mean ordinary. Discover the differences between antique, vintage and new handmade rugs—and what really matters when choosing one.

Discover what truly determines the value of an antique rug. From age, origin and rarity to craftsmanship, materials, natural dyes, condition, provenance and collectibility, this guide explains the key factors that make some antique carpets highly desirable. Learn why age alone does not determine value and what to look for when choosing an antique rug for your home or collection.

Afghan Carpets Explained: A Guide to Afghan Rugs, Tribal Traditions & Their Origins

Explore the rich world of Afghan carpets, from Ersari and Baluchi tribal rugs to Turkmen-inspired weavings and Afghan Ziegler carpets. Discover the traditions, materials, colours and craftsmanship behind these distinctive handmade rugs, and learn what makes an Afghan carpet authentic, collectible and beautifully suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Best Carpet Shops in Chennai: A Guide to Buying Authentic Handmade & Antique Rugs

Finding a beautiful carpet is easy. Finding one that is genuinely handmade, correctly attributed and worth owning requires knowledge. In this guide, RugWeave shares insights from close to four decades in the world of carpets, covering Persian, Kashmiri, Central Asian and antique rugs, what to look for in a specialist carpet shop, and how to make a more informed choice when buying a carpet in Chennai.

Persian Rugs Explained: The Different Types of Persian Carpets and Where They Come From

Discover the rich world of Persian carpets, from the refined floral designs of Kerman, Kashan and Isfahan to the exceptional silk craftsmanship of Qom and the distinctive character of Tabriz, Heriz and Nain. This guide explores the origins, designs, materials and traditions that make each Persian rug unique—and helps you understand what to look for when choosing one for your home or collection.

How to Identify an Authentic Hand-Knotted Carpet

Buying a handmade carpet is about more than choosing a beautiful design. Learn how to recognize authentic hand-knotted craftsmanship by understanding knots, materials, dyes, design, origin, age, condition and provenance. Whether you are a collector, homeowner, architect or interior designer, this guide will help you make a more informed decision when choosing an exceptional carpet.

Looking for authentic handmade carpets in Chennai? Discover how to choose the right Persian, Kashmiri silk, Afghan, kilim or antique rug for your home. Explore RugWeave Chennai’s curated collection of more than 2,000 handmade carpets and find a piece that suits your space, style and lifestyle.

Discover the timeless history of Kashmiri carpets—Persian roots, Mughal artistry, and a heritage woven with love, beauty and resilience in every knot.