While it is a good idea to know as much as possible about rugs before you invest in one, it is not always an easy subject to master. For example, many people ask the question posed in the title above – what country makes the best fine area rugs. Yet, that is not such a simple question to answer. First, let’s take a few moments to understand what the best fine area rugs actually describes and then look at the countries in which they are produced. We can tell you that there is no definitive answer, though, so don’t expect us to point to one point on the map to say that the best fine area rugs are available there!

WHAT ARE FINE AREA RUGS

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THE COUNTRIES WITH THE BEST FINE AREA RUGS

First things first, an area rug is not a wall to wall style of carpeting (though some might purchase rugs large enough to cover an entire room), but are instead meant to cover only one area of a floor or room. A fine rug is usually a way of describing a handmade rug, and typically those originating from the orient or Persia. As you can guess, a Persian rug is one made in modern Iran. However, a rug described as an oriental rug might also come from Iran as well as places as diverse as India, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Afghanistan and more.

They are described as fine rugs because they are hand knotted and made of either wool or silk. They use traditional and recognizable patterns and motifs, and experts around the world can spend entire lifetimes learning about the ways these rugs are made, the methods that hand weavers use, and much more.

THE COUNTRIES WITH THE BEST FINE AREA RUGS

What all of this already tells us is simple: The best fine area rugs are those that are formally and official oriental or Persian in origin. However, it is impossible to say that one specific country is making the very best. What you can do, however, is narrow it down based on the specific style or characteristics that you are seeking.

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As an example, if you look at the oriental rugs made in India, you find they make some of the best “9/9 knot” rugs and that their carpets are often described as durable and heavy. Pakistan, on the other hand, is famed for the very finest Bokhara and Peshawar rugs. Nepal is another producer of oriental rugs and is recognized as the best for those who want bamboo silk rugs. Rugs coming from Afghanistan are the best for those who enjoy the authentic tribal rugs.

The point here is that you will always want to begin to find the best area rug based on its origins, and it should be either an authentic oriental or an authentic Persian. It should be made of silk or wool, and it should always be hand knotted using the most popular methods. Using those basic criteria can steer you towards the finest rugs available.