{"title":"Handmade Oriental Square Rugs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"\u003esquare-shaped Oriental rugs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for those seeking a unique, timeless floor covering. While square rugs are uncommon in the Oriental rug market, we have carefully curated a selection of pieces that seamlessly blend tradition with practicality. Whether you're searching for an elegant centrepiece for your living room or a complementary addition to your dining area or bedroom, our square rugs provide both aesthetic appeal and functional versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"afghan-ziegler-circular-rug-with-soft-colours","title":"Afghan Ziegler Circular Rug with soft colours","description":"\u003cp\u003eCircular Handmade rugs are often difficult to find and this Afghan Ziegler Rug is a beautiful example of a handwoven circle rug in soft pastel colours. Because it is handknotted and handwoven it takes a very skillful weaver to create this shape of rug! The wool is handspun and dyed with natural vegetable dyes in the most delicate of colours. It has a superb field colours of soft grey and cream beige border. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a Ziegler Rug?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular rug is an alluring example of a Afghan interpretation of a type of floral carpet popular at the end of the nineteenth century woven in Persia under Ziegler \u0026amp; Company and exported to the Western market. Ziegler carpets were renowned for having highly decorative floral designs in both the main field as well as the border. They were created with softer tones to suit tastes of the time with famous floral traditional formats. These floral designs are very recognisable and can be discovered in this handknotted circular rug with it very nuanced palmettes and flowers. Pastel-like tones can be enjoyed to suit diverse decors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Maintain this Afghan Ziegler Rug.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though this circular rug is created with exquisite soft colours it is still woven with a pure wool pile. Pure wool has a natural durablity owing to the natural oils of lanolin and has a very durable nature. With any spillages spot clean with a mild detergent and day-to-day dirt can easily be vacuumed away on a weekly basis.  If this piece is to be positioned on a hard floor we recommend using an underlay. It will also contribute to maintaining your rug in good condition and prevent uneven wear.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 138 x 138cm \/ 4'6\" x 4'6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081488437579,"sku":"TORM-1244-AFGHAN ZIEGLER CIRCULAR RUG WITH SOFT COLOURS-138 X 138CM","price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/ziegler-circle-1.38x1.38m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282631"},{"product_id":"mushwani-rug","title":"Mushwani rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoasting breath-taking textures and and warming colours, this handwoven Afghan Mushwani rug is a great way to add some pattern and interest to your space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis near-square Afghan rug features cosy colour tones of warm reds, rust, terracotta as well as navy, blue and beige. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern this Afghan Mushwani rug blends perfectly with the rich colour scheme. This design is rather ingenious. It features a lattice of small diamond motifs, cleverly arranged within larger geometric diamond formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe distinctive feature of this Mushwani rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe characteristic that makes this handwoven rug so remarkable is it's interesting weave. It is the handwoven weave that forms the amazing textures contained in this Afghan rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver creates this distinctive texture by harmonising two different rug weaving techniques into one rug. This rug therefore contrasts elements of hand-knotted pile with sections of intricate flat-weaving. It is a trait of Afghan Mushwani rugs to have this high-low finish to the surface of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a charming look because the rug weaving techniques used to make this rug results in a three dimensional appearance. How clever?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this handwoven Afghan rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Mushwani Afghan rug was handmade totally from wool. The pile and flat woven sections are wool, as are the warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warp threads are the yarns upon which the interesting patterns and cosy coloured wool are woven onto. The warps are therefore the yarns which are attached to the loom at the outset of the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can tell that the warps are made from wool by looking at the fringes of the rug. The fringes are also the warp threads - each one travels the entire length of the rug and emerges at the other end. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this handmade rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis red and blue Afghan rug is a useful off-square proportion. Square rugs are generally not so easy to find in Oriental rugs. Typically Oriental rugs tend to be rectangular in proportion. Happily, Afghan Mushwani rugs are an origin that seem to produce these useful square shaped rugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're considering using this rug on hard flooring or fitted carpet, think about partnering it with a rug underlay as this is a relatively lightweight rug. A rug underlay will help keep this rug neatly in position as well as helping to prevent any accidents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 137×122cm \/ 4’6″x4’0″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 5mm (Kilim part)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081533788491,"sku":"TORM-1178-MUSHWANI RUG-137 X 122CM","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Mushwani-1.37x1.22m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282934"},{"product_id":"mushwani-square-rug","title":"Mushwani square rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a richly coloured Afghan rug in warming shades of red, navy blue, tan and mustard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Mushwani square rug displays a textured weave with field pattern of diamond motifs surrounded with a patterned border. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe texture of this Mushwani square rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing that you will notice about this Mushwani rug is it's deep warm colours and geometric design. However look closely and you will discover that this square rug has an amazing texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture of this square Afghan rug was created from the ingenious weaving techniques used by the weaver. This fascinating look was formed by a combination of hand-knotting pile and flat-weaving other parts of the design. The combinations of weaving methods results in a three-dimensional appearance to the pattern of the rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out some more about this Afghan rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis square rug was handwoven in Afghanistan in the vicinity of Herat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal in style, it was handmade entirely from wool. The pile of this Mushwani rug is made from hand-knotted wool, as is the flat-woven areas of the rug. The warp threads are also made from wool. The warps are the first threads to be attached to the loom before the weaving begins, and the knots and flat weave are woven onto these yarns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTop tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo stop this rug from creeping on a fitted carpet, or slipping on a hard floor: partner it with an anti-slip rug underlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 111×112cm \/ 3’8″x3’8″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081592672587,"sku":"TORM-1085-MUSHWANI SQUARE RUG-111 X 112CM","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Mushwani-1.11x1.12m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283345"},{"product_id":"fine-antique-style-afghan-mat","title":"Fine antique style Afghan mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis antique style fine Afghan Turkmen mat with its outstanding tribal design features a very striking geometric medallion design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is quite an unusual and rare squarish proportion that would be a great addition to smaller spaces like small halls, cloak rooms, entrance halls or even in a bedroom…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colours of this antique style fine Afghan Turkmen mat are truly wonderful,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe weaver has used an excellent warm rust\/terracotta wool for the main background colour along with additional shades of gold, navy, light blue, and beige woven throughout this piece.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the antique finish of this rug, you should consider the use of an underlay. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can highly recommend using our Foxi rug underlay, this is extremely effective and suitable for use on both hard floors and on fitted carpets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey rug details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 92×81cm \/ 3’0″x2’8″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarps: Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081592869195,"sku":"TORM-1084-FINE ANTIQUE STYLE AFGHAN MAT-92 X 81CM","price":335.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Turkman-92x81cm-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283352"}],"url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/collections\/square-oriental-rugs.oembed","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}