Rug Industry News
HRI Gears Up for September Markets
Harounian Rugs International (HRI) has been a trusted name in fine hand-knotted rugs for over 60 years, sourcing exceptional pieces from the world’s most esteemed rug producing regions. Our Manhattan showroom has long been a destination for timeless design and enduring quality. This season, we are proud to unveil our newest collections, including premium machine-made rugs, designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s interiors. From exclusive designs and custom sizing to fresh color palettes and...
Exclusives
Weaving Better Lives: How a Non-Profit Organization Fights Child Labor
“We believe labor is an important part of the supply chain, and our workers must be treated with the dignity and respect they deserve,” declares...
Rug & Kilim Celebrates 45
45 Years of Tradition, Innovation, and Family Friendliness in the Rug Industry In the area rug industry, there is an elite group of industry...
At a Crossroads: How Tariffs Are Reshaping the U.S. Area Rug Industry
From domestic production to global diversification, the soft flooring industry is confronting a new era of trade challenges. As the U.S. area rug...
Kilim Rugs: The Traditional Flat-Woven Rug Laden with Rich History
In past issues of Rug Insider Magazine, we have examined numerous antique rug styles, including Sarouk, Tabriz, Kerman, Kashan, Heriz, Bidjar, among...
New York City’s Summer/Fall Trade Shows
Numerous well-known area rug vendors are exhibiting their latest introductions in a number of home decor industry shows in New York City this...
Weaving the Future: IVE’s AR Technology Transforms the Rug Experience for All
In the vibrant world of rugs, where heritage meets innovation, every stakeholder—retailers, wholesalers, designers, and end-users—seeks tools that...
RI Exclusive: The Evolution of Nylon in Responsible Rug Design
As sustainability becomes a defining factor in material selection, the rug industry is finding new ways to reconcile performance, design integrity,...
DESIGN TIME Max Humphrey
Our family has a tradition of touring the rugged Oregon coast in winter. We love exploring the small, charming towns when tourism is low and the...
Apadana Rugs: A Family Firm Rooted in Tradition and Transforming the Future
In the area rug industry, it is not uncommon to have siblings or an extended family working together to carry forward the family business of selling rugs....
Animal & Nature Themes in Antique Rugs and Tapestries
Complementing RI’s spring trend focus on Wild & Wooly rugs, there are many variations of animal and nature themes to be found in antique Persian...
The Future of Rug Businesses: Why Modern Digital Tools Are No Longer Optional
The Digital Shift in the Rug Industry The rug industry has long been built on tradition—handcrafted designs, deep-rooted relationships, and...
Momeni Inc. Turns 50
The Golden Milestone Marks a Legacy of Craftsmanship, Versatility, and Family For five decades, Momeni Inc. has been a cornerstone of the area rug...
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