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Expert and owner of Shaia Oriental Rugs, Frank Shaia, gives us a great explanation of one of the most important changes in the history of...

Expert and owner of Shaia Oriental Rugs, Frank Shaia, gives us a great explanation of one of the most important changes in the history of...

When you begin your search for your first, or fifth, oriental rug you will most likely come across a number of different terms used to...

When you begin your search for your first, or fifth, oriental rug you will most likely come across a number of different terms used to...

Frank Shaia has spent over 40 years finding some of the nicest rugs in the world to bring to his shop in Williamsburg. This is a great...

An Introduction to Antique and Semi-Antique Oriental Rugs The history of oriental rugs is almost as complex as the actual weaving of the...

A question that is frequently asked here at Shaia Oriental Rugs is, ‘What is the difference between a Heriz and a Serapi? It is a valid...

A common dilemma of do-it-yourself designers (which is most of us!) is we know what we like but we don’t know how to achieve it or where...

Finding a beautiful hand-woven rug that is perfect for you and your home is exciting and heart-warming…but can also be overwhelming and...

You have a living space with a sofa, a couple of chairs and hardwood floors. Throw down a rug in the middle and problem solved…but an...

Perhaps one of the most frequent questions folks ask us about rugs is ‘What do I look for when buying an oriental rug?’ While I am sure I...

A hand-woven oriental rug truly is a piece of art that will live with you for a long time, but most people don’t fully realize the scope...

Everything you need to know to make initial rug buying experience enjoyable Purchasing an oriental rug, especially your first oriental...

As much as we all love our pets, they are one of the biggest dangers to our rugs. Pet accidents can quickly become major problems and...

So, you took the time and money to invest in a beautiful oriental rug, or maybe you inherited a timeless treasure from a family member,...