FAQ

These are original Vintage rugs and don't have customization options.

Are these rugs genuine Berber or imitations?

In Morocco, families use the carpets they create. Each rug reflects the culture of Morocco and each tribe.
They will have imperfections from use. Weavers create functional art for everyday living. They are not used for display only.

A vintage carpet will also show signs of wear. The rug pile may have worn spots revealing the foundation of the rug. Here are a few more tips to help you decide if a Moroccan rug is vintage.
What is easier to understand is "vintage" being something made 20-100 years ago. It also must show the style and trends of the time. Anything created less than 20 years ago is retro, while items 100 years old or older are antique.

Vintage Berber Moroccan rug art pieces made within the last 20-99 years are collectible. Fewer items produced during a certain time increases the value of the item. With vintage Moroccan rugs, the value raises if they are handmade and one-of-a-kind. You should never find two carpets that are exactly the same.

Le Corbusier popularized a revival of the unique, old, and unusual. He transformed Morocco Berber carpets into high-end design pieces for exquisite décor. As a result, vintage carpets from Morocco are highly-sought after all around the world.

The indigenous people of Morocco craft these masterpieces for practical usage. Most of the rug crafters do not own a formal degree or artistic training of any kind.

They use simple forms and design patterns with pronounced degrees of color contrast. The creation of thicker floor cloths with a heavier pile is for the snowy mountainous regions of Morocco. The hotter desert climates use thin rugs.

Cleaning Moroccan rugs at home is a breeze when you follow these simple tips.

Regular maintenance only requires shaking them outdoors and vacuuming. For deeper cleaning requiring full water saturation, always test it for colorfastness first. This is important whether you send it to a professional cleaner or do it yourself. It’s best to know if your rug is at high risk of colors running before getting started.

Shake it outdoors and vacuum it lightly. Do not use a brush or beater bar attachment on your vacuum. The hand attachment can remove loosened fibers without the risk of damaging your rug. After a year, your rug will not shed as much.

In Morocco, families use the carpets they create. Each rug reflects the culture of Morocco and each tribe.

They will have imperfections from use. Weavers create functional art for everyday living. They are not used for display only.

Each rug is one of a kind, not two are the same in any way or design.