RugKnots Guide
Persian Rugs: Authentic Buying Guide & Style Tips
Expert rug advice from our family-owned team. Buying guides, room inspiration, care tips, and honest advice since 1987.
Expert advice from our family-owned team
72+ guides on rugs, rooms & decor
Since 1987 β three generations of rug expertise
Free shipping on every rug we recommend
Featured
BUYING GUIDE
Why Are Persian Rugs So Expensive? 8 Reasons, With Real Numbers
Persian rugs are expensive because each one is hand-knotted over months or years from Kurk wool or silk with natural dyes, valued by city of origin and age, and scarce under U.S. sanctions. Prices ...
Read the Guide →Latest Articles
2 posts
How to Buy a Persian Rug in 2025 | Ultimate Rug Buying Guide
How to buy an authentic Persian rug online. Learn to spot fakes, understand knot counts, and find the best hand-knotted Persian rugs at every price point.