Rug buyer’s guide
Both are made by hand, but their construction, lifespan, price and character are different. Here is how to choose confidently.
In a hand-knotted rug, a weaver ties individual knots around the warp threads on a loom. The design develops row by row and the knots form the structure of the pile. A hand-tufted rug is made by pushing yarn through a stretched foundation cloth with a tufting tool, then securing the back with latex and a secondary backing.
A well-made hand-knotted wool rug can serve for decades when it is correctly maintained. It is a strong choice for a long-term interior and for designs with fine detail. Hand-tufted rugs offer a plush handmade surface at a more accessible price and suit bedrooms, lounges and projects where a shorter production time matters.
Either construction can use wool, viscose, silk or blends. Hand carving is a separate finishing technique: selected areas are cut lower to outline a motif or create sculptural relief. A carved rug may therefore be hand-knotted or hand-tufted.
Choose hand-knotted for longevity, intricate detail and heirloom value. Choose hand-tufted for a dense, soft pile, faster production and a lower starting price. For busy family rooms, wool is usually the most forgiving fibre in either construction.
Need advice for a specific room? Ask our Bhadohi studio or browse the rug collection.
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