Kilims Buying Tips

Kilim rug can really astonish you, such a beautiful and beholding beauty it posses. But beauty isn't everything as you would also like to buy the kilim that has the combination of beauty and durability.

Aesthetically speaking, harmony and contrast are the two basic principles usually followed by interior designers. For harmony, the colors of a kilim rug blend in with the overall color scheme. Decide the color keeping in mind the decorating scheme of the room. The dominant kilim color can also be matched to good effect with subsidiary room colors, so the underlying principle is to have at least one kilim color in common with a color in the room.


If you are a lover of contrast, a bright kilim rug can be an ideal counterpoint in a room whose predominant color scheme is soft. For a surroundings of deep, rich shades, a pastel-hued kilim rug will provide this contrasting effect. Desired result of the principle of contrast can also be obtained by introducing a kilim rug with colors starkly different than those of the venue being decorated.

From the available types, you can choose any type to decorate your room. An antique kilim rug can be the focal point of room décor, while smaller ones can provide just the right accents to liven up or enrich the surroundings. There are many applications for which these Kilim rug can be used. They can be used for floor coverings, wall-hangings, spreads over pieces of furniture, tablecloths, bedspreads or as cushion covers. Moreover, they can be used not only in homes but also in places of work which they can enhance immeasurably by taking the edge off the usual formality of an office. Your choice should depend on the final application.

Apart from beauty, as a kilim buyer you should also judge the kilim rug on the basis of quality, provenance, age and price. Check the weave. Fine kilim will have dense weave and they are also durable. Popular material used on the kilim is wool. Good quality wool are soft and are lustrous. Be aware of Kilim rug which are extra soft and have extra shine. They might be chemically treated kilim from China. Some people are crazy about antiques. If you are among those people do not forget to enquire about the place of origin. For original antique kilims you have to depend on the dealer.

The price you pay depends on your total kilim budget. Depending on the weave, place of origin, and overall finish Kilims can come in various price ranges. Look at the Kilim that accommodates well into your budget and evaluate the item you are considering to buy not just as you would a thing of utility but also as a thing of intrinsic beauty and ancient heritage. Antique, old or otherwise rare pieces will cost high but, like all rarities, they are likely to have high resale value and may even be a good investment.