Hand-hooked rugs are affordable and still provide the style and comfort you desire. A hand-hooked rug is a great option for decorating. It's durable, elegant, and affordable.

What Is A Hand-Tufted Rug?

Soft, supple, stylish — but durable. Hand-hooked rugs are a cheaper alternative to other handcrafted constructions. This type of rug is basically the same as a hand-tufted rug but uses a crochet hook to pull yarn through its premade design.

The main difference is in the pile (or absence thereof). Hooked rug fibers are not cut in the final stage. The loops are left round because the loops don't get trimmed. Hand-hooked rugs have a unique, knobby, hand-embroidered look that is reminiscent of handmade decorative needlework. The effect is charming, but not as sturdy, and it's ornamental.

How A Hand-Tufted Rug Is Made

The canvas backing, burlap, or linen backing is used to make a hand-hooked rug. The backing is held in position by a frame. The weaver then pushes the yarn-filled crochet hook through the stenciled design.

After all the loops have been inserted, the first backing is covered in latex. This acts as an adhesive binding and gives the rug stitches strength. It also provides some cushion underfoot. Although the surface may look rougher than smooth tufts and intricate knots it will make the design appear more precise.

There Are Key Differences In Hand-Tufted Rug Quality

Take a look and feel:

Because hooked rugs are not sheared on the loom as tufted rugs, they have bumpy-looking loops. If you prefer a more chunky, hand-sewn look, the texture will be perfect. These rugs can be elegantly embroidered with floral or medallion borders. They are equally at home in traditional, rustic interiors.

Durability:

The rug will shed less and be more resistant to stains the finer the wool. Because of the low density, exposed loops are less durable than handmade constructions. These rugs can be used for 3-10 years with good care in low-traffic areas. For the best durability and longest-lasting construction, choose wool-hooked rugs with a cotton base.

Placement:

Hand-hooked rugs are a beautiful addition to bedrooms, study, dens, and offices. A solid, hand-hooked rug should not be pulled or tugged easily. This type of rug construction may be more susceptible to snagging than other types. This rug should not be placed in areas where curious pets or rambunctious pets might grab the loops. You can get the best out of your hand-hooked rug by placing it in lower-traffic areas such as a bedroom or study.

Tip – Because hooked rug backings are made of absorbent materials, it is important to keep them away from moist areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and entryways. The rug will rot and become brittle from the inside if it is wet.

Care:

Regular vacuuming of your rug is the best way to keep it clean and free from dirt buildup. Avoid beating your rug to get rid of dust. This is too harsh on the nubs. Instead, you can gently sweep or shake your rug. A hooked rug's delicate nature is not protected by a vacuum cleaner. You can vacuum your rug without the beater bar attachment. This could cause damage to the delicate hooked surface.

Spot clean stains with clear dish soap, or laundry detergent to lessen saturation. Never soak a hand-hooked rug in water or over-saturate it. This will cause the backing to split.

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