Carpets made of wool: a practical and beautiful way to decorate a room (24 photos)

Today there are a huge number of varieties of carpets. The models differ from each other in the materials used, the length of the pile and the pattern, but natural carpets made of Iranian, Turkish, Belgian and Moldavian wool are especially popular. Let's see why natural wool carpets after several centuries remain in demand, what are their advantages and disadvantages, what criteria form the cost of products, and how to properly care for floor carpets.

Beautiful design of any interior

Carpets made of natural wool help create an atmosphere of comfort and warmth in any room. They are of natural origin, which means they will not bring harm to health. Today, all products can be divided into the following groups:

• By the method of manufacture: distinguish between machine-made products and handmade woolen carpets. The first, by the way, are much cheaper, while not inferior to similar manual works in beauty and grace.
• By the number of colors: plain carpets and patterns with complex patterns and ornaments.
• Size: based on your own requirements, you can purchase a bedside model or product that covers the entire floor of the bedroom or living room.
• In shape: today on the shelves of specialized stores you can see round, square, rectangular and oval wool carpets.
• By the number of materials: woolen rugs with the addition of cotton, silk and viscose and synthetic fibers are now found almost everywhere.
• By pile length: depending on the functional load, carpets can be lint-free, as well as with long and short wool threads.

Advantages and disadvantages of floor decor

Like any other home product, modern camel or sheep wool carpets have several advantages and disadvantages. The following points can be added to the number of advantages:

• Wool is a natural material that is pleasant to touch.
• If the coating is well looked after, it can last several decades without losing aesthetic appeal.
• The elasticity of the fibers helps products to be durable and durable. Expensive Iranian carpets are passed down from generation to generation.
• The widest range of models. In today's market, you can find rectangular, square, oval and round woolen carpets. A wide variety of colors and ornaments allows you to choose the right option for any interior and premises. In modern design monophonic models are more often used. The white wool carpet looks especially impressive in the living room. If you want to buy a floor covering with intricate oriental ornaments, an Iranian camel wool rug will be the best solution for your office or fireplace area.
• If the floor is cold, quality Belgian wool carpets will save those who like to walk around the house barefoot from using hated slippers.
• The canvas is able to breathe, which helps to improve the indoor climate.
• Carpets made of sheep's wool (camel carpets are no exception!) Do not burn in the fire.They smolder slowly, without releasing harmful substances into the air. This property can not boast of their synthetic counterparts.

Disadvantages:

• The use of natural material in the interior is contraindicated for allergy sufferers. An excellent solution can be Chinese wool carpets with the addition of synthetic fibers.
• Material of natural origin attracts moths, and a spot of water spilled onto a carpet that is left unattended can cause mold to form.
• Most wool products tend to build up static electricity.
• Since coatings are afraid of moisture, it is advisable to dry woolen carpets at home.
• Natural materials, that is, wool of sheep or camels, are very expensive compared to synthetic counterparts.

What is the cost of a carpet made up of?

Did you already notice that carpets of the same size are different? This is due to the following points:

• The quality of the material used. Camel hair is not valued as much as, for example, New Zealand sheep wool. But do not forget that sheep wool carpets come in different qualities. For example, Iranian carpets differ from Chinese and Moldovan counterparts in their durability and wear resistance, which, of course, affects the price of the product.
• Mode of production. A woolen carpet of machine work is cheaper than a hand-made product.
• Pile height. The higher the pile, the more expensive the model.
• The quality of the dyes. In the manufacture of products dyes of different quality and origin can be used. For example, Belgian woolen carpets are famous worldwide for their use of natural substances that dye yarns in the desired color. Moldovan woolen carpets are not always of excellent quality, as a result, products quickly fade in the sun, and when water gets in, the paint “floats”.
• Manufacturer country. Iranian carpets are considered one of the most expensive. Cheaper analogues are made in China, Moldova, Russia and other countries.
• The size of the coating. The larger the product, the more expensive you will pay for it.
• The shape of the carpet. The price will be higher if the carpet will have an oval or round shape.

How to clean a wool carpet?

Earlier it was said that cleaning a wool carpet does not imply a large amount of moisture, therefore, in order for the product you bought to last as long as possible, follow certain rules.

Vacuum the carpet. Mud is eaten into a natural pile, which can only be removed with a good vacuum cleaner. Some devices have a large number of modes: after cleaning you can get a knock-out effect. Iranian carpets can only be cleaned with a simple brush.

Use a variety of aerosol foams to clean a small area of ​​the carpet. Special powder will help refresh the coloring of the carpet. After vacuuming, evenly distribute the absorbent compound over the entire surface and clean again.

For intensive cleansing, use only high-quality products. Capital cleaning involves the use of spray-extraction method. The carpet is pressurized with a solution of hot water and a cleaning agent. After softening the stubborn dirt, the water is removed by strong vacuum absorption.

Dry clean at least once a year. Special devices and tools at the disposal of companies help to quickly remove persistent contaminants, which are extremely difficult to remove in domestic conditions.

Carpet made of natural wool has many advantages. Firstly, it gives the design a luxury and a sense of comfort. Secondly, walking on such an item is a pleasure. Thirdly, this is a great way to solve the problem of cold floors.

I must say that a carpet made of sheep’s wool is not cheap, but with proper care it is ready to serve you for more than a dozen years.In order for the carpet to maintain a beautiful appearance for a long time, carry out dry cleaning using modern means. By the way, it’s not bad at least once a year to use the old grandfather's way - to take the carpet out onto the street and carefully knock it out.