The product has not yet been received into our stock in Tewkesbury; therefore, the images are not as good as our normal images. However, they are actual photographs of the finished rug. Once the rug has been transferred from our warehouse, we will rephotograph it.

Bands of colour, small design details, and bobbin fringe set these types of rugs apart from the majority of pieces now produced by artisan Afghan weavers. This one has quite a strong red and vivid blue, both of which have been graduated to give a soft look. The use of apricot colour also makes this piece less severe. Some lovely, interesting traditional details are easily visible.

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The  handmade carpets are becoming very well regarded. This market has been growing quickly in recent years, emphasising the higher quality knotting and Pakistan's influence in many finishing processes, such as  to correct alignment issues where the weaver has drifted the wefts, causing the pattern to run out. Next, adjustments are undertaken before , , and . This combination of Afghan weaving and finishing in Pakistan has succeeded. These carpets are tightly knotted and usually finished with an unusually bound multicoloured fringe.

The carpets are still , and the wool is coloured with . The Loribaft rug designs can be reminiscent of designs, although the Loribaft pieces are more refined and tightly knotted. The colours of the Loribaft rugs and carpets are similar to those used in our Samarkand collections and possibly more vibrant. The main distinction is that the patterns are playful, using a defined colour palette and simple design, with stylised animals, plants, trees or characters with block colour often mimicking an ombre effect. Some Loribaft pieces do not have fringes, so they are finished with a plain end or binding and secured to prevent fraying. Other rugs are produced, like the Samarkand carpets, with an unusual bobbin wind on the warps.

When buying online, the company's provenance and the rug are worth considering. We are a family business with over 60 years of experience selling rugs. With an outstanding reputation, we pride ourselves on the level of customer service offered. We welcome visitors to the  shop. Alternatively, we will assist with online enquiries by
It is worth reminding ourselves that these handmade rugs are unique and special; owning one is something you can enjoy for many years. I recommend buying a handmade rug that uses the best natural fibre, wool.

We recommend the use of an underlay with this product:
For uneven surfaces, we would recommend our Felt underlay:

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