Rug Cleaning Dunstable
Oriental Rug Spa offer a specialist Persian, Oriental and Turkish rug cleaning for Dunstable, Bedfordshire. 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.
Kurdish Rug
Kurdish
Kurdish rugs have been an integral part of daily life for centuries, their origins stretching back to ancient times. Nomadic Kurdish tribes, moving across the mountainous regions spanning present-day Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria, developed rug-making techniques that were both practical and artistic. These early rugs served multiple purposes – as floor coverings, blankets, and even as portable walls for their tents.
The patterns and motifs in Kurdish rugs are not merely decorative; they’re a language unto themselves. Each design element carries meaning, often reflecting the natural world that surrounded the weavers. Mountains, rivers, flowers, and animals are common motifs, each telling a story of the Kurdish relationship with their environment.
In modern times, the importance of rugs in Kurdish culture hasn’t diminished. While many aspects of daily life have changed, the rug remains a symbol of heritage and continuity. In urban apartments and rural homes alike, Kurdish families still gather on rugs for important discussions, celebrations, and everyday relaxation.
The process of rug-making itself continues to play a vital role in Kurdish society. It’s an art form passed down through generations, typically from mother to daughter. The act of weaving is not just about creating a product; it’s about preserving culture, expressing creativity, and maintaining a connection to the past.
Today, Kurdish rugs are appreciated worldwide for their quality and beauty. Yet, to truly understand a Kurdish rug, one must see it not just as an object of art or commerce, but as a living piece of culture. Each rug carries within its fibres the stories, traditions, and daily lives of the Kurdish people.
