The Nature of Vintage Moroccan Rugs
Vintage and antique Moroccan rugs are 100% handmade and aged, therefore irregularities and imperfections are to be expected. We believe these "flaws" to be part of the unique beauty of these one-of-a-kind pieces!
Here is a list of things you should know when purchasing a vintage Moroccan rug:
- Some rugs get slightly thinner or wider throughout the rug, therefore your rug may not be perfectly square or rectangle.
- Some rugs have fringe at the end with varying lengths.
- Some rugs may have had repairs made to them due to their age and wear.
- Some rugs may have signs of age and wear including: worn down areas, stains, fraying, small tears or holes etc.
- Your rug may have a faint "antique" smell due to its age and storage in Morocco. If you notice a smell, please be aware that this should fade. If needed, we recommend laying your rug out on a balcony or over a railing for a couple of days as fresh air and sunlight do wonders for helping to remove odors.
- For spills and or stains, please treat immediately with water and a natural soap or rug shampoo. Do not use any products containing oxy. Simply foam up the soap and wipe with a sponge or rinse with water.
- Rug pads are recommended for flat woven rugs to help keep them in place. We also recommend using them for rugs that bunch or don't lay perfectly flat.