Tibetan rugs add to the décor in any room because they are hand woven and their designs are unique. Even their quality is distinct from other types of rugs. The Tibetan rugs form a part of their ancient arts and crafts. It is therefore a part of their culture. It is used by them for all kinds of purposes right from being placed on the floor, to a horse saddle, to a wall decoration and bedding. In monasteries it was used during ceremonies.

The Tibetan rugs are hand woven with exquisite designs that definitely add to the beauty of a room. The technique of rug making has been passed from one generation to the other and the whole effect of the rugs is unique. They are hand woven or hand knotted. They are made of natural dyes. They have patterns of geometrical shapes or curved lines. The designs on them are generally floral, animal or of medallions. The medallion designs have one or three central medallions with many borders. The medallions have flower designs inside them of lotus or peonies. They are either square with floral designs surrounding them or round with floral designs in them. There are some rugs which have a lot of flowers scattered all, over without a border. The mythological animal designs consist of designs of dragons, phoenix, the white Manchurian crane, the bat and the bee. In a single rug there are generally not more than four shapes.

The rugs come in vibrant colors like red, blue, green, orange, yellow, white and beige. The borders on the rugs are of ivory, black, red, blue or orange. They are made of either sheep’s wool or of beautiful silk. The designs are extremely attractive to the buyer.

Tibetan rugs give the room a very attractive look. It should be placed where everyone will be able to look and appreciate it. You should measure the area where you want to place the rug and then buy it of the right size. They can be used to be put on the floor. Some people prefer to put it up on the wall as a decoration piece. It is also used as a horse saddle. It is also used to on and practice meditation. It should complement the décor of the room and enhance the overall effect of the room. So, a lot of thought has to be given in choosing the color, the size, the design, the texture and of course, the price.

The Tibetan rugs are sought after and are considered to be a collector’s item. Any room decorated with the Tibetan rugs will appeal to the people visiting your home. The natural material used and the hand woven effect, adds to the overall effect of the rug. You will enjoy the feel of walking on a piece of art.

Whether it is used as an area rug, as a wall to wall carpet, or as a decorative piece on the wall, the beauty will attract people who visit your home. It can make a small and simple home a place of beauty and you will be having a collector’s item. Nowadays Tibetan rugs with contemporary designs are also available in the market. It is necessary to know and choose a genuine Tibetan rug as you will find many imitations while buying a rug.

As these handmade rugs are made of natural fibers and natural dyes, they are very expensive. Great care should be given to handling them and maintaining them. They will wear and tear easily if it is used where people walk a lot on it. If it is used to decorate the wall, people will be able to appreciate the design and the beauty of the rug. Your home will definitely look more attractive if furnished with handloom Tibetan rugs.