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The Fascinating History Of Berber Rugs

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While a lot of people have heard of Berber rugs, they generally don’t know that those rugs were named after the tribes in Northern Africa that initially started making them & continue till date. Of course, there’re fake Berber rugs readily available in the market, but they can’t match the quality of authentic ones handcrafted by authentic Berber . The Berbers have lived in the Middle & High Atlas Mountains for several years before the Arab invasions in the seventh century and still live there at present. The rugs they made were used for everything from burial blankets, cloaks, and even mattresses. They came in different colors, styles, waves and patterns relying upon which tribe & family crafted them. The wool was taken from the family ship & then hand-crafted into different thickness of fibers. Later, the fibers were dyed in many traditional colors employing dyes from formulas passed on for hundreds of years. The dyes came from many diffe...

Berber Rug – A Traditional Rug that Brings Warmth and Elegance to Your Home

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Planning for redecorating your home? Then you must look for a rug change! Or if you do not have a rug, then you can add one to enhance the look of your home. A rug can offer different look to your room and that is why; it is often considered as a style statement in a room. And one of the best rugs that you can add to the décor of your home is the Berber rug  . But what’s that? Let us find out below – Berber rugs are one of the most interesting rug varieties which add a little pizzazz to the décor of your home. These rugs come in a number of colors and styles and are available for budgets of all type. Berber rug got its name from an ethnic group in North Africa that crafted the unique weaving style that can be noticed in these rugs. These rugs were mainly hand-woven by the women since the Paleolithic era.One of the interesting characteristics of the Berber rugs is a light colored rug with dashes of dark colors usually gray or brown. Types of Berber R...

Beni Ourain Rug – The True Essence of Moroccan Warmth & Luxury

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Do you love classical styles? Are you looking for a rug that you can pass down to your next generation? If yes, then here at WeBerber , we have got something extraordinary for you.  Our hand-crafted  Beni Ourain rugs  are perhaps the most comfortable rugs you will ever come across. They’re made from 100 percent of sheep wool & are 100 percent undyed. These traditional rugs are tailor-made for those who admire authentic things. They’re the essence of warmth & luxury.  All  Beni Ourain rugs  offer a signature style with geometric designs. These rugs are a classic addition to room of any type. You can see dark brown lines & shapes on a cream or whiter background. You will also notice symbols that tell true tales of each waver’s life. In fact, these beautiful rugs are perfect if you are looking for something luxurious for your feet or to keep you warm all night.  Absolutely natural & authentic: Do you...

Moroccan Berber Rugs – How To Clean Them

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A foremost concern for many people keen on buying Moroccan Berber rugs is how to take care of them properly. Luckily, maintaining the cleanliness of a Moroccan Berber rug is rather easy. However, you should steer clear of using cleaning products that feature chemicals. Moroccan rugs feature natural dyes, so chemical can easily strip this off & wreck the overall beauty of your rug. The following tips may help you in cleaning your Moroccan Berber rugs in the best possible way: Beat to take away dust: Whether you own a low pile rug, a flat kilim, or a shaggy Boucherouite, you can always benefit from beating your rugs to take off dust. However, it would be best if you gave special attention when beating shaggy rugs as it is pretty easy to extricate a part of it. Spot cleaning: When you spill liquid like coffee or tea accidentally on your rug, it is critical that you clean that off instantly. Put a paper towel at the spot where the liq...