Jacobsen Oriental Rugs

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Oriental Rugs ON SALE
Jacobsen's GUIDE to ORIENTAL RUGS
What Size Rug Do I Need?
Photos of Rug Weaving and Rug Buying
What Is an "Oriental Rug"?

What Is a "Washed and Painted" Rug?

How to Count Rug Knots
How to Install a Stair Runner
Interpreting Rug Dates
Is Your Rug Signed?
Is Your Silk Rug Really Silk?
Is That a Machine-made Rug?

Abusive Rug Marketing Ploys
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Since 1924 we've sold Oriental rugs to more than 100,000 customers in the United States and overseas, making us one of the largest (and oldest!) rug dealers in America. We love what we do, and enjoy sharing our knowledge about rugs and carpets. Visit our Guide to Oriental Rugs for information about rug weaving, rug styles and price ranges, as well as photos of rug weaving and buying, and tips on rug care and cleaning. Test your ability to count knot density, one indicator of rug quality. Visit our large showroom in Syracuse, NY. And yes, find out how to buy from us by mail or on the web.
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Oriental rug related links and a bibliography of useful rug books.
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