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Wool rugs
In ancient times, wool rugs were considered so valuable they were used as currency. Today, they are still considered to be among the best rugs money can buy. Wool has been used as a textile fiber for several centuries. Even in modern times, with countless synthetic materials on the market, wool remains relevant.
Beautiful, durable wool rugs can be passed on from one generation to the next. Recently, machine-woven rugs have become fashionable because of price. They provide quality, consistency and the natural advantages of wool at a reasonable cost. However, there is no substitute for a one-of-a-kind hand-made wool rug.
Raw materials used in wool rugs vary drastically and affect the quality and cost of the rug. There are a couple hundred different types of sheep in the world and no two are exactly alike. The gender, age and diet of an animal will also affect its coat. Even on the same sheep, wool quality will change depending on where it comes from.
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