Rug Cleaning Chipping Norton
Oriental Rug Spa offer a specialist Persian, Oriental and Turkish rug cleaning for Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. We also offer a rug repair service. If you own a dirty or soiled rug that needs professional cleaning, then why not give us a call on 01276 423 150. We can arrange collection and delivery for you. The rug wash process required can differ from rug to rug, so we offer various methods of rug cleaning, from full immersion washing to dry cleaning. All rug fibres can be cared for – wool, cotton, silk, viscose, rayon. We can carry out a pet stain and odour treatment, moth treatment and apply a fibre protection to resist against soiling and staining. We have extensive experience with cleaning antique rugs and rugs with unstable dyes and offer a rug repair service, including fringes, sides and pile reweaving.
Pakistani Runner
Pakistani Runner
The roots of rug making in Pakistan can be traced back to the Persian Empire, as Persian carpets were highly sought after and revered for their beauty and craftsmanship. When the Mughals, a Persian-speaking Central Asian empire, invaded the Indian subcontinent in the 16th century, they brought their rug-making traditions with them.
During the Mughal era, carpet weaving flourished in areas such as Lahore, Agra, and Delhi. Skilled artisans from Persia, Afghanistan, and Central Asia migrated to these regions, bringing their expertise and techniques. The Mughal emperors, known for their patronage of the arts, encouraged rug weaving and commissioned luxurious carpets for their palaces.
After the decline of the Mughal Empire, rug making continued to thrive in different parts of the Indian subcontinent, including present-day Pakistan. However, it was not until the mid-20th century that the modern rug industry took shape in Pakistan.
In the aftermath of the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, many skilled rug weavers migrated from India to Pakistan. These immigrants settled mainly in cities such as Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar, bringing with them their expertise in rug making. The influx of skilled weavers and their integration with local artisans led to the establishment of rug-making workshops and factories in Pakistan.
Pakistani rugs are known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and high-quality materials. Traditional motifs such as floral patterns, geometric shapes, and Persian-inspired designs are prominent in Pakistani rug making. The use of natural dyes extracted from plants and minerals gives the rugs their rich and enduring colors.
Today, Pakistani rugs are exported worldwide and are highly esteemed in the global market. They are recognized for their superior craftsmanship and attention to detail. The rug-making industry in Pakistan supports many artisans and is a source of livelihood for numerous families.
