Production of Italian designer rugs

Here you can find all the answers to your questions, from yarns to constructions to the care of your rugs.

PRODUCTION OF ITALIAN DESIGNER RUGS

Our rugs construction types

The Jacquard loom is a type of weaving loom that has the ability to perform a variety of designs. It is a normal loom to which a machine has been added that allows the automatic handling of individual warp threads. The maximum available width of the rugs is 2.6 metres for unlimited length. For each design, a maximum of 5 different colours can be combined from a choice of 65 colours available on Pantone reference.

Hand-tufted rugs are produced by perforating individual yarns through a sheet of fabric using a device called a drill gun. Once the rugs are completed, a second fabric is glued to the back to hold the yarns in place. Rugs are made in several colours, with defined line patterns, even on different levels.

It is a construction technique handed down from ancient tradition, which makes the rugs an exclusive and highly valuable work of craftsmanship. The weaving is entirely handmade, making each rug a unique piece. Two knotting techniques, called Nepalese and Oriental, indicate different fineness of workmanship. The Nepalese knotting technique, with approximately 60 lines per sample (cm 23×23), is ideal for simple designs. The Oriental knotting technique is finer, with 80 to 100 lines per sample (23×23 cm), allowing for nuances and very detailed designs.

RUG CARE

Simple tips for your rugs

It is essential to choose the type of rugs according to its use and the characteristics of the place for which it is designed. It is best to place the rugs in dry rooms, avoiding basements or outdoors. Do not expose it to direct sunlight, which may discolour the parts affected by the rays. If possible, it is advisable to turn the rugs often so that any wear is more even, avoiding the formation of obvious discolourations. A new rug, due to the recent cutting of the pile, will tend to shed excess fibres over a period of a few weeks. This phenomenon will fade with use.

After delivery, the rugs should be allowed to breathe, allowing them to lay perfectly and return to their full beauty after transport. A luxury rug is a piece of furniture that is destined to be long-lived and acquire value with the passage of time. In any case, in order to maintain its original splendour for a long time, we suggest following the instructions below.

Vacuum often on both sides (from the back at least twice a year) with systems without rotating brushes that could abrade the yarns. Do not use a beater to avoid damaging the knots. A damp white cloth and mild soap can be used to refresh the rugs, restoring their shiniest colours. Only turn to specialised laundries for deeper washing.

It is important to remove dirt before any stains dry. To do this, use a damp cloth (and in case with a little mild detergent), taking care not to wet the rug completely. For difficult stains, such as grease, ink or other chemicals, a specialised laundry is recommended.

LE FIBRE PIÙ PREGIATE

I filati

SETA

Silk is a fine protein fibre formed by silkworms as a building substance for cocoons and webs. It is a highly valued organic fibre for weaving. Silk rugs are synonymous with luxury. The extraordinarily lustrous Silk fibre provides a touch of luxury and value to handmade rugs.

WOOL

Wool is considered one of the finest products in home furnishing when it comes to rugs. The fibre's characteristics help give it a strong finish. It is valued for its sound-absorbing qualities and is a heat-absorbing fibre. It is highly recommended for high-traffic areas.

BAMBOO SILK

Bamboo Silk is a fibre that looks like silk and has a distinctive bamboo leaf shape. It is soft and cool to the touch. Although not as delicate as traditional silk, Bamboo Silk fibres are too delicate to withstand high footfall.

VISCOSE

Viscose is a natural fibre derived from cellulose and is very similar to silk. A characteristic feature of rugs made of pure Plant Silk is their special lustre and, depending on how the light hits the surface, the colour of the rug seems to change. It is soft to the touch.

LINEN

Linen is a yarn obtained from the flax plant. Linen rugs are shiny and help absorb moisture. Flax spinning is very laborious and requires great skill. Linen rugs are appreciated for their exceptional freshness even in very hot environments.

TENCEL

Tencel popular since the 1990s, this vegetable fibre is produced from cellulose. Resistant and breathable, it is widely used in furniture as well as clothing. It is soft to the touch, with a very fluid drape, and is shiny and silky to the eye. A “green” choice, it is a recyclable and biodegradable material.

POLYESTER AND COTTON CHENILLE

It originates from the interweaving of two materials: a strong and thin one, such as cotton, and a thicker and softer one, such as polyester. Chenille is a yarn that is particularly light and elastic, lending itself to strong weaving. To the eye it is shiny and silky, to the touch soft and comfortable.

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