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Wool Rugs are a popular choice for many households mainly due to this rug's origin. Wool rugs are made from one of the oldest and most durable fibers: wool. Wool comes from sheep, and depending on the variety of animal, can produce drastically different rugs. Wool fibers differ depending on the sheep's sex, age, and health, among other variables. In ancient times, wool was often used as trade for other luxury goods. This particular history of wool rugs dates back to the Mesopotamian era. Like Oriental rugs, wool rugs have also been seen as a status of wealth. Though all of the characteristics of a wool rug are the same, durable and strong, this doesn't mean all wool rugs have to look the same. Wool rugs are unique and cross into many different rug genres, there can be:
Perhaps one of the most sought after rugs in today's market is the wool rug. Due to the popularity of home makeovers, wool rugs are fast becoming a staple in any room design. The popularity of wool rugs is no accident. Wool has been around for ages and possesses durability unlike any other natural fiber. These natural fibers, indigenous to wool rugs, have yet to be reproduced by man. As previously mentioned, the quality of wool varies from sheep to sheep. Also, the physical area of the body from which the wool is taken can produce different textured wool. Different textures of wool are used for different commercial items. For example, the soft-textured wool from a sheep is generally used for clothing. Wool rugs are not made from this same textured wool. Wool rugs use a more coarse textured wool to allow for durability and strength. Wool rugs have, and always will be, a classic choice for an area rug. Rugzilla.com offers many different styles for you to chose from as well as accessories to accommodate your perfect wool rug. Our Care and Maintainence page gives insider tips on how you keep your wool rug looking beautiful. |
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