Description
Turkish Kilim Midcentury Flat-weave Floral 156x265cm
This is a flat-woven rug originating from Konya, a city in Turkey known for its rich history in weaving and textiles. This kilim is characterised by an embroidered floral pattern on a striped cotton background. Its colour palette is subtle on the base with a more vibrant floral motifs in pinks, ochres, greens and oranges.
In terms of construction, Konya kilims are handwoven using a technique that results in a tight and durable weave. The patterns are created by interweaving different colored threads on a flat loom, giving the kilims a smooth and even surface. The craftsmanship and attention to detail put into creating these rugs make them highly valued for their beauty and quality.
Konya kilims are all unique and have an artistic appeal. They serve not only as decorative pieces but also as pieces of art that reflect the heritage and craftsmanship of the Turkish people.
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Size and shape
This striped Konya kilim has a medium size of 154cm wide and 265cm long.
If you are in doubt about what size you ideally need, please find here some guidelines to help you make the right decision.
Underlay
Kilim rugs or flat-weaves typically do not have a pile of wool on one side and as such they are much lighter and thinner than pile rugs. If placed on a hard surface like wood, laminate or tiles, you may wish to add an underlay to prevent slipping or sliding and to keep your rug in place.
Underlay also provides extra cushioning which makes the rug more comfortable to walk on. What’s more, it offers noise-reduction properties and may even increase the longevity of your rug.
“Underlay makes SUCH a difference not only in keeping the rug in place but also in making it feel much nicer to walk on.”
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Maintaining and caring for your kilim
This Turkish Konya kilim is hardwearing and durable. It is relatively low in maintenance and only requires and occasional vacuum clean.
It is best to vacuum it on a lower setting and make sure you also do the reverse now and then as just as much dust accumulates there, as on the front.
Furthermore, it is sensible to give your rug a good shake outside every couple of months.
Stain treatment
The quicker you deal with spills, the less chance there is of it staining.
The effective way to treat a spill, for example red wine, is to apply water to begin with to dilute the stain, followed by mopping it with a kitchen towel straight away.
Start from the outside of the stain and work inwards to limit the affected area, but do not rub the stain as this can damage the yarn. Once a carpet gets wet, it is important to dry it out thoroughly afterwards, to prevent the wool from rotting.
Don’t use any bleach or chemical treatments as they might take the stain out, but leave a white stain instead.
When in doubt, professional carpet cleaning will always remain the best choice. If you need advice on this, pleased get in touch.
Delivery and returns
Your online order will be dispatched within 5 working days. Worldwide shipping is available with a small surplus for remote locations.
You will receive a tracking number once your rug is on its way with a link to track your order.
If you are unhappy about your purchase, for whatever reason, you can return your item within 2 days of receiving your order for a full refund, minus postage costs both ways.
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