Persian Rugs for Sale

In this collection, Persian means a handmade rug made in Iran. Regional names such as Tabriz, Heriz, Hamadan or Kashan point to weaving traditions within Iran, but a name is not a quality grade, and designs, materials and knot density vary within one area. Rugs woven elsewhere in Persian-style designs are listed under their own country of origin. Compare more than 50 regional traditions in our illustrated guide to Persian rug types.

Turn the rug over. On a hand-knotted rug the design shows on the back as rows of individual knots, usually with small irregularities in drawing and tension. Where fringe is present, it is normally the ends of the warp threads rather than a strip sewn on afterwards. A perfectly uniform grid, a glued or latex backing, or a sewn-on fringe points to machine or tufted production. These signs support a judgment without settling origin or age, so each listing records the construction details we can document. Our guide to knots in Persian rugs shows the structures up close.

Size, age, condition, materials, knot density, the quality of the drawing and colour, and rarity all play a part, so two rugs with the same regional name can be priced very differently. Every listing shows its own price, and you can sort this collection by price. Choose a Persian rug for its quality and for how it suits your room; no rug is guaranteed to rise in value. Read what makes Persian rugs valuable for a fuller explanation.

Measure the room and the furniture the rug will sit with before you browse. In many living rooms the rug is large enough for at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs to rest on it, with a band of floor showing around it. Under a dining table, it should extend far enough for chairs to slide back without catching the edge. These are starting points, not rules. Each listing gives exact measurements, and you can go straight to large rugs, runner rugs or small rugs, or compare standard Persian rug sizes.

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Use a suitable rug pad, rotate the rug from time to time so it wears and fades evenly, and limit long exposure to strong sunlight and damp. Vacuum gently without a rotating beater bar, and blot spills rather than rubbing them. For washing, stain removal or repairs, use a specialist rug cleaner. Our Persian rug care guide covers routine care in more detail.

Every Persian rug here is one of a kind, so the photographs show the individual rug you are considering. Its listing gives the price, exact measurements and the details we can document about age, materials, condition and repairs. If you would like another photograph, a closer view of one area or advice on placement, contact us before ordering. Shipping options are confirmed at checkout, and our refund policy sets out the return terms. In The Greater Toronto Area & Hamilton, you can also book Rug N' Roll to see selected rugs in your own space.