| As compared to all other varieties of rugs, authentic | | | | People, who cannot afford a brand new Persian rug, |
| Persian rugs are the most expensive. In fact, trading | | | | may consider purchasing used rugs. This is a feasible |
| in Persian rugs proves to be a very profitable | | | | option for most people, as it offers the authenticity |
| venture for entrepreneurs engaged in the business. | | | | of the rug at a reasonable price. Potential customers |
| When making Persian rugs, weavers follow intricate | | | | should take care that the piece is not damaged and |
| weaving patterns and various indigenous stitching | | | | is authentic. The price of Persian rugs is largely |
| techniques that are poles apart from techniques used | | | | dependant upon the number of knots per square |
| to make commercial rugs. | | | | inch. These knots are thread designs that evolve as |
| The Middle East gained popularity all over the world | | | | a result of the pattern used. The more knots, the |
| because of their spices and rich merchandise. One of | | | | more expensive a Persian rug. They are long-term |
| their earliest gifts to the world was a Persian rug. It | | | | purchases and owners need to care for them in a |
| may be difficult to justify their exorbitant prices, but | | | | proper manner. This is because these rugs are not |
| owning a real Persian rug is considered a status | | | | meant for daily wash. For this reason, a large number |
| symbol. It is advisable to make enquiries regarding | | | | of Persian rug owners prefer to hang the rug on the |
| the credibility of a Persian rug source in order to | | | | wall rather than place them on the floor. They are |
| avoid purchasing a fake product. This is a continuous | | | | available in various sizes, which makes it possible for |
| problem for the Persian rug industry, as many fake | | | | people to invest in smaller, less expensive sizes. |
| varieties are around. | | | | |