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So really, what makes Momeni area rugs so special? It is mostly due to their superior workmanship that is combined with superior materials and great color palettes which all leads to quality area rugs. Fortunately, for those in line for an area rug you can count on the Momeni line. It all started years ago when Haji Momeni began to introduce Persian carpets to America. Not only is their quality recognized by those that have the pleasure of owning a Momeni rug but they are well recognized within the carpet industry as well. Multiple times Momeni has been the recipient of the America’s Magnificent Carpet Award.

One only has to look at a Momeni rug to understand the talent and craftsmanship that is a priority in not just a few of the Momeni collections but in all of them.

Another very special feature about the Momeni rugs that is shared by only a few other top brands such as Karastan and Safavieh, is the versatility in choice being as they have many major lines to choose from. Each possessing their own uniqueness and characteristics.

For colors that are unobtrusive but speak of richness and quality, then the Agra Collection would be a good choice. One always speaks of the distinct look in the Agra collection and the reason behind this is the light tea wash each rug is subjected to. If one is looking for a rug that will fit in with the antique décor then this has to be one of the best choices.  When it comes to patterns, the inspiration behind these is the Heriz designs, consisting of tribal patterns. The quality of these rugs is accredited to the 100% New Zealand wool combined with the hand-tufted techniques of India.

Aside from the antique taste in rugs, many prefer a motif pattern. All it takes is one to peruse the Momeni Allure Collection and they will find a wide choice of contemporary as well as tradition designs. Each and every rug in this collection is hand finished and is 100% viscose.

For rugs that speak of history and culture then the Chambord Collection should be of interest. Their unique designs are inspired by empires that were scattered throughout Europe and the Middle East. A very significant fact about this Momeni collection is that they are completely reversible which is almost like getting two carpets for the price of one.

If Contemporary is your cup of tea, look no farther. Momeni New Wave Collection is well known and is selling like hot cake! With just one look this collection, you will know why.
Being probably the most popular collection made of tufted wool yarn rugs, it reflects the colors, patterns and shades from Vienna Secession of 1910-1920s, 1930s Art Deco movement, Abstract Expressionism of 1950s and contemporary geometrical designs in vibrant hues and shades.

It is of no value to speak of the wonderful patterns without fully understanding that every single type of material used by Momeni has to be of the highest quality.

Although these are but a few of Momeni collections one needs to stop and speak of the durability of these fine pieces of work. It is of no value to speak of the wonderful patterns without fully understanding that every single type of material used by Momeni has to be of the highest quality or it is just not acceptable for a Momeni rug.

To speak of the workmanship that goes into these rugs is really not a necessity because one only has to look at a Momeni rug to fully understand the talent and craftsmanship that is a priority in not just a few of the Momeni collections but in all of them.

Up until now, we have talked about the exquisite collection that sets the tone of elegance for any room they find themselves in. To take a bit of a different route we need to mention the Coastal Collection of Momeni. They are fun to look at and most definitely set a light and airy mood for whatever room they are found in. They are a hand hooked array of palm trees and tropical fish. There really isn’t a room that one would not enjoying seeing one of the Coastal Collections.

It is most difficult to choose which one of the many Momeni rugs to speak about. It is even more difficult when it comes time to choosing the one, which is right for your home. Unlike other carpet lines, there are multiple choices for almost any requirement you have for your home décor. If it’s something unique you are looking for, then Momeni has a wide selection of the unique rugs. A good example of this is the Peshawar rugs found in the Sutton Collection. It’s a unique blend of the old world with the new. To own one of these quality wool rugs can only speak of your elegant taste.

I hope you enjoyed this review.

James B (Sales)

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Posted on May 12th, 2009 under Area Rugs, Momeni. Tags: Area Rugs, Karastan, Momeni, Momeni New Wave, Momeni Rug, momeni rugs, rugs. Comments: None

Wool Area Rugs: Find out why they are adored by many and how to buy one.

Wool area rugs are adored for their softness and durability as well as the beauty and warmth they bring to a room.

Wool area rugs can be some of the most pricey rugs in existence, but they are also some of the most attractive rugs. Wool area rugs are adored for their softness and durability, and the purifying effect they bring to your room. Wool fibers have a unique ability to hold airborne dust and dirt through static electricity. This keeps the atmosphere clear of dust.

Wool area rugs also provide warmth to the room; not only by the feeling of warmth they exude, but also by being non-conductive, they help retain the room’s natural heat. The same quality of non-conductivity also makes them naturally fire-resistant, and provides another reason for selecting a wool area rug.

They prevent bacterial growth in humid places and are non-toxic and non-allergenic. Overall, wool area rugs are the preferred rugs for people with kids at home, because of their various health-related benefits and relative ease of maintenance.

Nowadays you can find area rugs on sale from retailers that provide free shipping. You can buy a wool area rug online from the comfort of your home and expect to get hassle-free delivery within a few days. Most sellers will offer a return policy but beware as many of them charge as much as %25 for re-stocking fee! Be sure to read the return policies thoroughly before making your purchase.

Wool area rugs are adored for good reasons.

In the olden days wool area rugs used to be hand-woven in places like Persia, India or Anatolia. These would often take a year and sometimes years to make, and would be so costly that only Kings could have afforded them. But these days one can buy machine-made wool area rugs for a fraction of the old price, and these are of such great quality that even a connoisseur would be hard put to distinguish a machine-made form a hand-made wool area rug. A good example would be Karastan Rugs, made in our own USA. Some other fine manufacturers that are well known for quality and service are: Kalaty Rugs, Loloi Rugs and

Momeni Rugs, especially famous for their popular collection Momeni New Wave.

Karastan makes some of the best machine-made wool area rugs. This manufacturer has been in business for over 6 decades, and has created an impeccable brand name for itself. Their Axminster-made wool rugs are processed in various patented washing processes to give them that faded look which makes them appear exactly like authentic Persian rugs. These rugs with their high quality, design, fine texture, and the patented tea-wash and luster-wash processes to produce the faded effect have become the common man’s Persian rug. A good Karastan wool area rug is nowadays considered as a family heirloom.

Wool area rugs no matter how or by who they are made need proper maintenance. It is good to vacuum them regularly, because they collect a lot of dust. Take care to use an upright vacuum cleaner with a beater-bar action but one that does not have tooth or combs when vacuuming the fringes as they may tear. Be careful to turn your rug around every 6 months so that the same area does not always get the most traffic or sunlight; be also careful to immediately repair any damage or wear and tear, preferably using professional repairing experts. Burns, spills or other such damages need to be very quickly and carefully repaired.

Well taken care of, a wool area rug can give years of satisfaction. It can give a room a distinct identity, so that, years down the line, old men who once were kids will fondly remember that “room that had that old wool area rug” where a lot of happy days of life might have passed. Rugs give instant character and warmth to any room, and a room with such character becomes a part of the home, and an important element of the family that lives in that home.

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Posted on January 20th, 2009 under Area Rugs. Tags: area rug online, Area Rugs, Area Rugs Free Shipping, Karastan, Loloi Rugs, Momeni New Wave, momeni rugs, rugs, wool area rugs. Comments: 6

Nowadays, with the coming of websites where you can buy area rugs on sale, buying area rugs online and at discount prices has become so easy. You don’t even have to step outside your house. You can buy area rugs online at affordable discount prices simply by finding the best price, or a coupon, and shopping  from some reputable website. Discount coupons are widely available online. With them you can purchase beautiful rugs from popular manufacturers, who keep rugs of all varieties of latest designs and styles from authorized dealers, at discount prices. All these you can do from the comfort of your home, because in these days of computers and the Internet, you can buy area rugs for discount sale online.

Area Rugs on Sale are not so hard to find.

An online area rug sales event is the best time to buy top brands such as Karastan Rugs or Momeni Rugs. A sale actually happens when either supply exceeds demand or when a manufacturer wants to advertise its area rugs. And, sometimes the economic downturns and slow sales will help in finding great deals as many dealers and manufacturers are in need of some quick cash. Such an event is obviously an opportunity for the consumer who wants to buy area rugs online to purchase good quality area rugs for sale at very low discount prices. This explains the huge rush that is always seen at online sales of area rugs. Coupons are distributed online and customer service networks work around the clock advertising their area rugs for sale in aggressive and modern-day advertising. Needless to say, people are satisfied making purchases from such genuine sales held by original manufacturers, and keep looking out for and returning to area rugs sales online because it is only at these sales that they get such discount prices that they cannot get anywhere else.
However, you must be careful while buying from these online sales sites or else you will end up buying low quality fake area rugs for sale carrying big brand names. These fakes only look like real, but they are not really so, and most often they are not even from the manufacturer they purport to be. They do not last long. They shed color on even careful washing and very soon begin to show signs of wearing out. Only experts can tell the difference between a genuine product and a fake. Since most casual buyers are not experts, they must be very careful so that they are not cheated out of their money at these fake discount online area rug sales.

One common misleading tactic used by many online area rug merchants is claiming to offer the consumer certain amount of percentage, I’ve even seen some ‘Up to 80% Off’ and if you don’t do the math for yourself, you may end up paying more compare to an “18% Off” coupon from AreaRugsClub.com. I encourage you to try this for yourself to see what I’m exactly talking about.

There are so many kinds of sales these days: holiday sales, pre-holiday sales, early bird sales, post-holiday sales, etc. With so many sale ads on TV or on the Internet it’s not always easy to decide who to buy from or which deal is the best deal. Some merchants may offer the rug of your choice on a “sale price”, but only for a limited time, some may discount it at a price lower than the “sale price”, some may not have free shipping or return policies. There can be various options and restraints like these, and one needs to be very cagey to be able to choose the right online area rug sale to buy from. Some items may have a “quantities limited” or a “not available at all stores” tag. So read advertisements carefully. Take very thorough stock of a sales situation, ask around, get in touch with other local area rug enthusiasts who might have visited such sales, get feedback – in other words, before you go and spend your money, do your homework right. How frustrating it is if you drive to a shop located far away only to find that the item you are looking for is out of stock!
One should be very careful when purchasing online. Only retailers who have secure websites with a “locked” symbol at the bottom which indicates they have been verified by authoritative agencies like Verisign may be trusted. Buying from retailers without secure websites may not be safe; your credit card information may get stolen, your personal information may get stolen, or you may not get the right merchandise that was advertised in their discount online area rugs sale websites. These are often online hackers and swindlers. One should note down the physical location and phone number of the online retailer before ordering from them using credit cards. Also check out the shipping and return policies, for some people forget that they should figure in shipping costs, if any, and delivery time, and not just take note of the price, when buying area rugs online. So many of them provide the facility of free shipping. So why should one not avail themselves of this wonderful money-saving facility online. When there is free shipping, delivery is hassle-free. You are not only spared the cost of transportation but also the trouble associated with it. Buying out-of-state will also save you money on taxes, which could be hundreds of dollars, depending on the amount you spend. A smart shopper can find great deals on area rugs and save a bundle!

I hope you find these tips helpful. Your comments and questions are always welcomed.

James

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Posted on December 13th, 2008 under Area Rugs. Tags: area rug, Area Rugs, Area Rugs Free Shipping, Area Rugs on Sale, Area Rugs Online, Coupon Code, Discount Area Rugs, Discount Coupon, karastan rugs, momeni rugs, rugs. Comments: 8

Rugs For Sale: You could save big when there are genuine manufacturer's sales events.

Rugs for sale in a true sense of value do not come by everyday. Good things are either free or very expensive and hard to find; a discount coupon for good area rugs for sale, for example, is something that’s pretty rare although we are flooded with images of coupons in our virtual and snail mailboxes. Not that there aren’t sales going on all the time. Its just that most sales are not really genuine sales at all, but ways to lure people in and dupe then into buying cheap area rugs, low-grade stuff. In these so-called sales, one will find rugs looking like Momeni Rugs or Karastan rugs being sold at deep discounts. Buy them and a few months later these rugs will start looking a few years old.

People still look for sales, because original and good-quality rugs are expensive stuff and beyond the means of ordinary shop-goers. An “Original Karastan 700” may cost in the thousands, and a real Persian rug can be even more costly. People want to have these exquisite things, and the only time most people can buy one is at discount sales for area rugs, like the National Karastan Month going on at the time of writing this blog.

These sales occur when a manufacturer gets overloaded with stock, or simply when a manufacturer wants to advertise their product to the general public. It is best to look for sales held by original manufacturers or by trustworthy online shops like AreaRugsClub.com. One generally finds the best quality discount area rugs here. People, therefore, are always on the lookout for sales coupons. But one must be careful that the sales that they are getting coupons for are genuine sales.

This website is here with the purpose of educating our readers on how to choose genuine area rug discount sales from the rest. We will discuss great deals that are going around, and we will tell you where to find the best savings and the most genuine coupons. You will be able to interact with a community of sale-goers in our Area Rugs Forum and share your knowledge and experience of past and future sales. Have a happy shopping this holiday season!

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Posted on November 1st, 2008 under Area Rugs. Tags: Area Rugs, Coupon, Discount Area Rugs, Karastan, karastan rugs, momeni rugs, Rugs For Sale, Sale. Comments: None