Persian Rug, Oriental Rug - What's the Difference?
So you recognize the words "Persian" and "Oriental", but you don't really know what they mean. All you know is that you want a rug that doesn't scream "garage sale!" Luckily, you don't have to do a ton of research to become informed on this topic.
Persian and Oriental rugs both suggest rich texture and vibrant color. It's not a matter of one being better than the other - it's just a matter of geography. If your geography knowledge is limited to what you learned from "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?" just know that Persia is the region now known as Iran.
Oriental Rug Care and Cleaning
You put a lot of time into choosing your Oriental rug, and you want it to last for years and years, so you should probably know a few guidelines for how to keep it looking good for a long time. Inevitably, something will get spilled onto the rug, so the following tips will help you clean the rug effectively.
Home Decor Tips with Oriental Rug Runners
Are you looking to bring color to a confined space, or conceal traffic wear to your flooring? Oriental rug runners can add a whole new dimension to your decor if you use them right. Read on to learn how you can put Oriental rug runners to work in your home.
Oriental Rug Shopping Tips
Making a purchase that could dramatically change the look and feel of your home can be overwhelming. You might feel like there's no turning back once you plunk down your credit card. Don't stress out about the decision - read the following tips to put your mind at ease.
Oriental Rug Wall Hanging
If you received an Oriental rug, but you decided that your kids and your pets will wreak havoc on it, consider wall hanging. With a rug on the wall, you still introduce style and color into your home, but you lessen the demands of cleaning and maintenance. Plus, it takes care of that empty wall space you didn't know what to do with.
Shop our Specials
- Best Sellers
- Quick Ship Shop
- Gift Certificates
Shop
Oriental Rugs
- All Oriental Rugs
- Red Rugs
- Ivory/Beige Rugs
- Brown Rugs
- Black/Grey Rugs
- Multicolor Rugs
- Green Rugs
- Yellow/Gold Rugs
- Blue Rugs
- Green & Brown Rugs
- Orange Rugs
- Earth Tone Rugs
- Chocolate & Blue Rugs
- Spice Tone Rugs
- Purple Rugs
- Pink Rugs
- Jewel Tone Rugs
- Neutral Rugs
- Black & White Rugs
- Pastel Rugs
Oriental Rug Brands
- All Oriental Rug Brands
- Balta
- Bob Timberlake
- Capel Rugs
- Couristan
- Dalyn Rug
- Dynamic Rugs
- Feizy Rugs
- Global Accents
- Hellenic Rugs
- Jaclyn Smith Home
- Kaleen
- KAS Rugs
- Kathy Ireland Rugs
- Klaussner
- Milliken
- Momeni
- Nourison
- Phillip Crowe
- Radici USA
- Rizzy Rugs
- Rugs America
- Safavieh
- Shaw Rugs
- Sphinx by Oriental Weavers
- Surya
- Tayse Rugs
- Trans-Ocean
Oriental Rugs
- Red Rugs
- Ivory/Beige Rugs
- Brown Rugs
- Black/Grey Rugs
- Green Rugs
- Yellow/Gold Rugs
- Orange Rugs
- Earth Tone Rugs
- Blue Rugs
- Purple Rugs
- Jewel Tone Rugs
- Multicolor Rugs
- Green & Brown Rugs
- Spice Tone Rugs
- Pink Rugs
- Neutral Rugs
- Chocolate & Blue Rugs
- Black & White Rugs
- Pastel Rugs
Oriental Rug Sizes
- Smaller than 3 x 5
- 3 x 5 - 4 x 6
- 5 x 7 - 6 x 9
- 7 x 9 - 9 x 12
- Larger than 9 x 12
- Runners
Oriental Rug Styles
- All-over Pattern Rugs
- Medallion Rugs
- Directional Rugs
- Border Detail Rugs
Oriental Rug Construction
- Hand-knotted Rugs
- Hand-tufted Rugs
- Hand-hooked Rugs
- Handmade Rugs
- Machine-made Rugs
- Flat Weave Rugs
Oriental Rug Material
- Wool Rugs
- Cotton Rugs
- Polypropylene Rugs
- Synthetic Rugs
- Eco-Friendly Rugs
Oriental Rug Shapes
- Rectangle Rugs
- Round Rugs
- Oval Rugs
- Square Rugs
- All Other Rug Shapes
Oriental Rugs by Brand
- Balta
- Bob Timberlake
- Capel Rugs
- Couristan
- Dalyn Rug
- Dynamic Rugs
- Feizy Rugs
- Global Accents
- Hellenic Rugs
- Jaclyn Smith Home
- Kaleen
- KAS Rugs
- Kathy Ireland Rugs
- Klaussner
- Milliken
- Momeni
- Nourison
- Phillip Crowe
- Radici USA
- Rizzy Rugs
- Rugs America
- Safavieh
- Shaw Rugs
- Sphinx by Oriental Weavers
- Surya
- Tayse Rugs
- Trans-Ocean
Price Range
- Under $200
- $200 - $400
- $400 - $600
- $600 and up
About Oriental Rugs
- History of the Oriental Rug
- Home Decor Tips with Oriental Rug Runners
- The Magic or Flying Carpet in Culture
- Oriental Rug Care and Cleaning
- Oriental Rug Styles
- Oriental Rug Glossary
- Oriental Rug Wall Hanging
- Oriental Rug Shopping Tips
- Persian Rug, Oriental Rug - What's the Difference?
Customer Service
Customer Service Assistance:
7AM-6PM CT, Mon - Fri
Sales Assistance:
7AM-9PM CT, Mon - Fri
8AM-6PM CT, Sat - Sun
Call: 1-866-495-8209 or email us
-
Email Sign Up
Receive exclusive offers by email.










