Q: Can you tell me something about China silk?
A: It is well known that silk is discovered in China as one of the best materials for clothing - it has a look and feeling of richness that no other materials can match. "A silkworm spins all its silk till its death and a candle won't stop its tears until it is fully burnt." This Tang dynasty poem accurately describes the property of the silkworm. Despite technological development, a silkworm can only produce a certain amount of silk---1000 meters (3280feet) in its lifespan of 28 days. The rarity of the raw material is the deciding factor of both the value and the mystery of silk. Thousands of years have passed since China first discovered silkworms. Nowadays, silk, in some sense, is still some kind of luxury. Some countries are trying some new ways to make silk without silkworms. Hopefully, they can be successful. But whatever the result, nobody should forget that silk was, still is, and will always be a priceless treasure

Q: How to maintain of handmade silk carpet?
A: The purchase and installation of 100% handmade silk carpet is a kind of investment. It needs sustained care to protect it against wear and tear and the other hazards of daily use. Here are some suggestions on maintaining handmade silk carpet. 1. Use a walk-off mat at each busy entrance to absorb soil and moisture. This mat should be cleaned regularly so that it does not become soil source itself, especially in inclement weather. 2. Rotate the handmade silk carpet at least once a year to prevent bright sunlight damaging the dyes. 3. Use a good quality underlay below the silk carpet. This will not only give better resilience underfoot, but prolong the life of your silk carpet. And it also can prevent slipping leading to accidents. 4. Vacuum your room frequently, at least once a week and more often in high traffic areas. The surface of your silk carpet should be vacuumed lightly in the direction of the pile. 5. If you want to store your silk carpet for some time, first clean it and roll it in brown paper. Do not use plastic bags or leave it in a damp place as mildew will form and destroy its foundation.

Q: How to clean handmade silk carpet?
A: If properly cleaned, your silk carpet will last for a long time. We recommend professional cleaning every two or three years especially for handmade silk carpet. How often you clean the silk carpet yourself will depend on the traffic and weather. Generally, handmade silk carpet in light traffic areas should be cleaned once a year; in normal traffic areas once every six months and in heavy traffic areas probably once a month. When you are cleaning a silk carpet yourself, the most common problems are over wetting and excessive use of detergents. After cleaning, please ensure your silk carpet is dried within twelve hours, otherwise mold or mildew may grow on them. Careful use of good ventilation, central heating and air conditioning systems will help the drying process. Exercise care with detergents as increasing quantities beyond the recommended solution levels won't enhance cleaning effectiveness while they may leave excess residues in your carpet which will lead to a rapid re-soiling.

Q: What is the usual standard of handmade silk carpet?
A:The standard of silk carpet mainly determined by the knot density. Knot density
300 lines: 90,000knots /square foot (625 kpsi)
400 lines: 160,000knots /square foot (1111 kpsi)
500 lines: 250,000knots /square foot (1736 kpsi)
600 lines: 360,000knots /square foot (2500 kpsi)
800 lines: 640,000knots /square foot (4444 kpsi)

Q: What is the normal size of handmade silk carpet?
A:Normal size (1ft = 30.48cm, 1sq.m. = 10.7636sq.ft.)
2 x 3(ft) = 61 x 91(cm)
2.5 x 4(ft) = 76 x 121(cm)
3 x 5(ft) = 91 x 152(cm)
4 x 6(ft) = 122 x 183(cm)
5 x 8(ft) = 152 x 244(cm)
6 x 9(ft) = 183 x 274(cm)
8 x 10(ft) = 244 x 305(cm)
9 x 12(ft) = 274 x 366(cm)
10 x 14(ft) = 305 x 427(cm)
12 x 18(ft) = 366 x 549(cm)
14 x 20(ft) = 427 x 610(cm)
18 x 26(ft) = 549 x 792(cm)
20 x 30(ft) = 610 x 914(cm)

Q: What determines a good quality of handmade silk carpet?
A:The knot density is one of the most important criteria of quality. The quality of silk material, the workmanship, the harmony of colors and the balance of the pattern are also important factors to determine the quality. As far as the knot density concerned, we consider 160 lines (25600knots/sft) silk carpet medium fine, 300 lines (90,000knots/sft) silk carpet fine, 400 lines (160,000 knots/sft) silk carpet super fine, above 500 lines (250,000 knots/sft) silk carpet extreme fine, 1000 lines (1000,000 knots/sft) silk carpet the finest. The Persian silk carpet are very famous for their design and quality but compared with Chinese silk carpet, the knot density is much lower. China produces extremely high knot-density silk carpets and silk tapestries, which workmanship are incredibly exquisite

Q: What Are the Different Types of Persian Rugs?

A:Handwoven Persian silk rugs are one of the most recognizable and distinguished products of Persian culture. Their history is ancient, and they remain a cherished art form. There are three major types of Persian rugs: Farsh, or Qālii, rugs are larger than 4x6 feet (1.2x1.8 meters), Qālicheh are 6x4 feet or smaller, and Kilim are flat rugs with no pile traditionally crafted by nomads.
Within the three major types of Persian rugs, there are many subtypes. Persian silk carpets dealers have developed a classification of rug types named after the cities or regions, in which they are traditionally made. There are over 30 classifications based on the fabric, design, and weaving technique employed. Kilim rugs are classified according to their fabric type, design, and intended purpose.
Farsh and Qālicheh Persian rugs are most commonly made of wool in the modern era, but they may also consist of cotton or silk. Silk rugs are the most expensive, but the least durable, and are often displayed on the wall like a tapestry. There is a huge variety of designs used on Persian rugs, but they fall into three basic layouts: all-over, central medallion, and one-sided. Certain designs are passed down through families, either by memory, or through scale drawings, depending on their complexity.
Traditional Persian rug designs may be geometric, including striped patterns, or arabesque, including spiral and paisley patterns. Some important traditional motifs include historic monuments and Islamic buildings, tree patterns, hunting ground patterns, European flower patterns, vase patterns, intertwined fish patterns, and tribal patterns.
Silk carpets may be made with different knot types. The asymmetrical Persian knot is used in Iran, India, Pakistan, China, Egypt, and Turkey, while the symmetrical Turkish knot is used in Turkey, East Turkmenistan, the Caucasus, and some Turkish and Kurdish areas of Iran. Other, less-common knot types include the Spanish knot and the Jufti knot. Kilim differ from the other types of Persian rugs in that they are flat-woven or rough, with no pile.
Kilim rugs usually have a geometrical design. The weft strands, which run horizontally, and make up the color and design of the rug, are usually wool, while the vertical, hidden warp strands may be wool, cotton, or hemp. Some kilim rugs are embroidered after weaving. Some kilim rugs have specific functions beyond the decorative. Depending on how they are made, they may be used as prayer rugs, horse saddles, or carrying cloths.