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How To Buy Rugs In Brisbane.

How we can buy a rug here in Brisbane (Australia)? Many of you are asking this question. Although it is a simple question, but there is no single answer for it. At the Persian carpet art centre, we try to answer your questions to the best of our knowledge. Believe those knowledgeable clients will be happier about their purchases. We treat all of our clients honestly and provide a high quality of customer service. We say, what you should not do. Why because this could prevent you from losing money! Money! • Don T be fooled by huge markdowns or deep discounts like,”60%“or even”90%“off. Sellers feature high mark-ups to accommodate this kind of discounting at o Fake Custom Auctions o going out of Business (GOB) Sales of Liquidation Sales of Closing Forever Sales of Bankruptcy Sales of Remodelling Sales Stay away from fake Customs Auctions of seized-rugs advertised in newspapers or TV… At these auctions, you bid on rugs supposedly seized by the companies from out of Australia which they could not sale their rugs there because it is not good quality, and they are cheap in a first place. • Beware of seasonal Liquidation SALES from your local Rug dealers, especially if you see their sign more than several months in your local newspaper or in their store window! • If you are buying from online, do your homework before buying on any rug from anyone. Be wise and check their ranking! It is harder to buy a rug online because you cannot see and feel it, so you only if it is too good to be true, it probably is? We let you to know more, keep looking here.

Choosing The Best Of The Best.

The Persian rugs (choosing the best of the best) we all know that Persian handmade rug is made for a lifetime but since the life of a rug is governed in part by the care it is given by its owner. Yes, it is no doubt that the authentic Persian rugs and carpets are handmade and extremely hard-wearing –still there are some rugs from the eighteenth century are in use on the floor today either in houses or places. To keep them in good conditions need only proper care that will ensure the rug will outlive its owner and be passed on to the next generation.so rugs are made for the floor but they are also working of art and have investment value. After the time they may become treasured family heirlooms. It is important that all the owner rugs should inspect their rugs for possible damage, carrying out any restorations immediately. If you look after your rugs the life of it will extend for more times

Do Your Homework.

Do not fool yourself. If someone is offering a 50-year-old Persian Tabriz rug with 600 (KPSI) for $500, be cautious!

TO-DO List

OK! Let’s see what you should look for in a Persian Carpet.

1) What is your budget?

Check your budget; decide how much money you are willing to spend on purchasing a rug.

2) Do you know what size carpet are you looking for?

Please do not guess about the size of the carpet! This is one of the main problems with shopping. Take a tape measure and define the width and length of the area where you are planning to put your carpet. You and the seller will save lots of time and money

3) Where the carpet is made?

We believe the best quality is hand-knotted in IRAN. Why? The Persian knot is different from that of carpets not made in IRAN. The quality of wool is also different. For these reasons, the price of a real Persian carpet made in IRAN is much higher than that of an Indian copy.

4) How many Knots per square inch?

First, you should understand the concept of knots and why this is important. Tribal rugs do not have a knot number structure, but city carpets use knots as an indication of value. Usually, as the number of knots increases, so does the quality and price of the carpet. There are two units being used for knot counting.
RAJ (Number of the Knots in 7 centimetres)
KPSI (Number of the Knots per Square Inch)
The formula to convert the RAJ to KPSI is:
[(RAJ/7) x2.54]^2=KPSI
For example, a 30 Raj Kashan will have:
[(30/7)*2.54]^2= 118 KPSI

5) How old is the carpet?

Rug prices vary depending on age. The older the carpet, usually the more valuable. Make sure you do not get a chemically washed carpet. Unfortunately, there are dealers that still practice this method of making their rugs look aged. The correct term for this process is "Antiqued Rug"

6) Did they wash the carpet before selling it?

It is not a bad idea. Actually, the majority of carpets are washed before being sold. A hand-made rug should be washed by professionals. Do not try to wash it at home. Always ask your local dealer. They are the best source of information about getting a carpet washed.

7) What does a "Real Persian Rug" mean?

It means the carpet is hand-knotted in IRAN and is not an imitation made in Pakistan, India, Turkey or elsewhere. This is a significant issue. Even though carpets may look the same superficially, they are not. Carpets that are made in IRAN are dyed differently, usually with vegetable pigments. In addition, the Persian knot is different. If you have a very tight budget, an imitation is probably a reasonable solution, but if you are looking for something that will keep its colour and quality for a long time, buy a "Real Persian carpet".

8) If you change your mind for any reason, how long after purchase you can take it back to exchange.

For any reason, you can take the carpet back to exchange it with another rug.

9) Do they have Certificate of Authentication for the carpet?

Always ask for a Certificate of Authentication for your carpet. If you sell your carpet in the future, it will add value. But The Certificate must come from a local dealer, not travelling salesperson.

10) How can I check the sellers, dealer's reputation?

Always check the seller/dealer from whom you buy a carpet. Ask friends-word of mouth is the best source of information. This is especially important if you are looking to buy a carpet from an internet auction on eBay or Yahoo. Check the seller feedback. How long they have been in this business. Check Trusted Dealers List and See if you look for local trusted rug dealer. It is always a good idea to check your local dealer also. If you find a piece that you like, it will be more convenient to buy it at a store. Ask us. We at (Persian carpet art centre) PCAC- have been in business for many years. All the carpets and rugs that we sell are 100% handwoven and are made in IRAN. All of our rugs are washed before selling. We will issue a Certificate of Authentication for all carpets sold.We are always open to your questions. If you still have more questions, just ask us. Good Luck!