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How a rug is made, hand-knotted, flat-woven, loom-woven, machine-made or leather, has more effect on its price, durability and feel underfoot than almost any other single factor.
Use this page to understand the difference before you shop, then jump straight to the construction type that fits your budget and the room it's going in.
How to Choose a Weaving Type
Hand-knotted rugs take the longest to produce and hold their value best over decades, making them a good fit for a long-term investment piece in a living or dining room. Flat-woven kilims are lighter, reversible and easier to move or clean, a practical choice for casual spaces or layering over another rug. Loom-woven rugs sit between the two, offering handmade character at a more accessible price. Machine-made rugs reproduce traditional patterns at the lowest price point and stand up well to high-traffic areas, kids and pets. Leather rugs are a different category entirely, chosen more for texture and a modern look than for traditional pattern work.
Shop by Weaving Technique
- Handwoven Rugs — traditional hand-knotted pile rugs, tied knot by knot for the finest detail and longest lifespan.
- Kilim Rugs — flat-woven without knots, lightweight, reversible and easy to live with.
- Ground Loom Woven Rugs — woven on a traditional ground loom, blending handmade character with a more accessible price.
- Machine-Made Rugs — power-loomed reproductions of traditional patterns at the most accessible price point.
- Leather Rugs — a modern, textural alternative for a distinctive, contemporary look.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a hand-knotted rug and a kilim?
A hand-knotted rug is built from individually tied knots that create a raised pile, while a kilim is flat-woven without knots, making it thinner, lighter and reversible.
Are machine-made rugs a good option?
Yes, machine-made rugs offer traditional-style patterns at a lower price and generally hold up very well in high-traffic areas or homes with kids and pets.
Which weaving type lasts the longest?
Hand-knotted rugs typically have the longest lifespan and can be professionally restored, making them the best choice for a long-term investment piece.