Visibility:
Carpets made in SEMNAN have geometric patterns. The presence of a local tribe has a significant influence on SEMNAN rugs and carpets.
Quality:
SEMNAN carpets are of good quality.
Size & Shapes:
SEMNAN carpets come in different sizes, but the majority of them are mid-size (4 x 6 to 8 x 10 feet).
Color:
Dark red and powerful blue colors predominate, with ivory forming a beautiful contrast. Other colors such as soft green and blue and brown are found in newer carpets.
Texture:
Soft wool; thin, tight pile.
Foundation:
Warps is mostly cotton; wefts is either cotton or wool.
Knots:
Inspection of the back of the carpet is important because the weavers in SEMNAN use Persian knots. The quality of the carpet depends on the number of knots, which varies, but usually averages around 120 KPSI(30 RAJ).
Price:
SEMNAN rugs are in high demand and are therefore more costly than some other carpets. Expect to pay $6-$12 Per Square Foot (PSF) for a carpet from SEMNAN.
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