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Rugs Original is South Africa’s largest importer of rugs, selectively sourced from around the globe. Carefully selected for their fine craftsmanship, their rugs are sourced directly from producers, who are often cross-generational crafters of handmade rug and floor coverings.
Through bi-annual international trips, to long established suppliers, the Rugs Original team’s goal is to replenish existing ranges, while sourcing new lines and products for their ever expanding collection, resulting in their ranges being updated between five and seven times annually, and include environmentally-conscious recycled items, which will soon be added.
This sourcing process takes the Rugs Original team to some of the most fascinating and exotic locales in the world, including India, Afghanistan and Iran, and European countries such as Belgium.
During each of these trips the team spend a significant amount of time discovering new products, while also ensuring that their existing ranges remain consistent in terms of quality and pricing.
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Rugs Original has been in operation for 35 years, and during this time, have developed a unique understanding of the craftsmanship, and various techniques used to make a quality rug.
As such, the sourcing process is a refined and detailed experience, involving careful examination of each product, with producers who are renowned for their exquisite work.
The Oriental and Persian ranges are sourced from regions steeped in rich heritage of carpet-weaving, and include Afghan carpets derived from Northern Afghanistan, Nain carpets from the historical Iranian city of the same name, and masterfully crafted Persian pieces derived from the Iranian city of Kashan.
From across the continent of Europe we find new and exciting pieces which reflect the dynamism and modern appeal of that constantly evolving cultural melting pot, where a wealth of new trends informed by the excitement of modern art brings fresh and stylish pieces to their selections.
Added to this, the inclusion of recycled pieces allows Rugs Original to provide their clientele with the option of purchasing environmentally friendly rugs that have a minimal carbon footprint, integrating their respect for the natural world into their dedication to providing beautiful, singular pieces.
With a special focus on sourcing finely handcrafted work, many of the pieces which they bring home are truly unique, each stamped with the commitment and passion which their producers have inherited from both their long heritage, and from decades of experience in the industry.
As Rugs Original work to constantly update their ranges, they ensure that their clientele is provided with a diverse selection of select pieces which are unique to the South African décor market, and which reflect the time, effort and dedication poured into ensuring their quality sets the industry standard.
At Rugs Original, they understand that each floor covering is made of more than thread alone, but is woven with thousands of years of history, and that their producers bring to them not only the remarkable beauty of their craft, but the craftsmanship of an art form that has adorned homes and palaces for centuries.
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