From the bold gul patterns of Bokhara to the tribal geometry of Kazak and Baluchi, each design tradition carries centuries of weaving history. Find yours below.
Not sure what size you need? A good rule of thumb in a living room is to go large enough so at least the front legs of your furniture sit on the rug. In a dining room, choose a size that extends 24 inches beyond the table on all sides. Browse all sizes below.
ALRUG has been sourcing authentic hand-knotted rugs directly from weavers since 1952. Every rug in our collection is genuinely hand-knotted, one of a kind, and chosen for the quality of its construction, materials, and design. We do not carry machine-made rugs, hand-tufted rugs, or synthetic pile. Every piece ships free worldwide.
A hand-knotted rug is made by tying individual knots by hand around the vertical foundation threads of a loom. A single weaver working on a standard 8x10 rug ties three to four million individual knots to complete the piece. The process takes months. On finer pieces at higher knot densities, it takes over a year. This is why a genuine hand-knotted rug lasts a century or more, develops character with age, and holds its value in a way that no machine-made or hand-tufted rug can match.
We carry over 51,000 hand-knotted rugs across every major style, origin, and size.
Kazak Rugs: Bold Caucasian geometric medallions hand-knotted in Afghanistan from Ghazni wool and natural vegetable dyes. The strongest graphic presence of any style in our collection.
Bokhara Rugs: Classic repeating gul motifs in deep reds and jewel tones. Hand-knotted in Pakistan with a dense upright pile. One of the most recognized patterns in the Oriental rug tradition.
Khal Mohammadi Rugs: Layered deep reds with precise Turkmen gul patterns. Hand-knotted by Turkmen weavers in northern Afghanistan.
Ziegler Rugs: Oversized muted florals on soft ivory and beige grounds. Originally designed in the 19th century for Western interiors, now one of the most sought-after styles in contemporary design.
Oushak Rugs: Spacious floral fields in warm ivory, dusty gold, and faded terracotta. Woven in Turkey. The most versatile style in our collection.
Kilim Rugs: Flat-woven Afghan and Turkish kilims in bold tribal patterns. Lightweight, easy to clean, and suited to high-traffic areas.
Gabbeh Rugs: Thick pile, abstract tribal fields from Afghanistan. Made from Ghazni wool with natural vegetable dyes.
Kashan Rugs: The finest formal Persian medallion tradition. Five centuries of Kashan weaving produce the most technically refined carpet in the Oriental rug world.
Persian Rugs: The full range of hand-knotted Persian city and tribal production including Tabriz, Isfahan, Kirman, and Serapi styles.
Afghan Rugs: The full range of Afghan tribal weaving traditions including Kazak, Baluchi, Balisht, and Gabbeh designs.
Pakistani Rugs: Fine Lahore and Peshawar workshop rugs in Bokhara, Ziegler, and Jaldar designs using quality highland wool.
Tribal Rugs: Genuine tribal production from Afghan and Pakistani weaving communities with bold geometric designs.
Vintage Rugs: Genuine aged hand-knotted pieces between 20 and 80 years old with natural patina and softened colors.
Overdyed Rugs: Vintage hand-knotted pieces re-dyed in bold contemporary colors. The most dramatic intersection of antique craft and modern design.
Geometric Rugs: Bold angular designs across Afghan, Pakistani, and Caucasian traditions.
Kilim Rugs: Handwoven flatweave rugs in tribal geometric patterns. Lightweight, reversible, and exceptionally durable.
Browse the full collection at all rugs or shop by size, color, or style.
Beyond our stock collection, ALRUG offers a full range of services built around genuine expertise in hand-knotted rugs.
Custom Rug Production We make what you need. Any size, any color, any design - reproduced from our collection or built from your own brief. Every custom rug is genuinely hand-knotted by skilled weavers in Afghanistan and Pakistan, not machine-made or hand-tufted. Production takes as little as 20 days for standard orders. We work with wool, silk, and wool-silk combinations and ship free worldwide. Interior designers and trade professionals are welcome. Learn more about custom rug orders.
Rug Restoration and Repair A worn, damaged, or faded hand-knotted rug is rarely beyond saving. ALRUG offers professional restoration and repair for hand-knotted Oriental, Persian, Afghan, and Pakistani rugs - whether purchased from us or anywhere else. Our master weavers reweave damaged areas knot by knot, replace fringe and selvage, restore faded colors, and treat moth and water damage. We accept rugs shipped from anywhere in the United States and internationally. Request a free restoration assessment.
Rug Care Guidance A genuine hand-knotted wool rug will last a century or more with proper care. We provide comprehensive care guidance covering vacuuming, spill treatment, moth prevention, professional cleaning, and long-term storage - for rugs purchased from us and for any hand-knotted rug you own. Read the complete rug care guide.
We source directly from weavers in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Turkey. No middlemen, no importers, no markups between the loom and your door. Every rug is inspected and described accurately by origin, construction, and materials before listing. Our product photographs are taken in natural daylight so the colors you see are true to life.
We have been in the handmade rug trade since 1952. That is seven decades of direct relationships with weaving communities, an understanding of what makes a rug genuinely worth buying, and a catalog of over 51,000 pieces that no competitor can match.
How long does a hand-knotted rug last? A well-maintained hand-knotted rug lasts well over a century. Many antique hand-knotted rugs from 100 to 150 years ago are still in daily use today.
What is the difference between hand-knotted and hand-tufted? Hand-knotted rugs have each knot individually tied to the foundation. Hand-tufted rugs are made by pushing wool through a canvas backing with a gun, then gluing a fabric layer over the back. Hand-tufted rugs deteriorate significantly faster and do not hold their value. For the full comparison see our post on how to tell if a rug is handmade.
Do you offer custom sizes? Yes. We produce custom hand-knotted rugs to any size, color, and design. Production takes as little as 20 days. Learn more.
Do you restore and repair rugs? Yes. We restore any genuine hand-knotted rug regardless of where it was purchased. Request a free assessment.
Do you ship worldwide? Yes. Free worldwide shipping on every order, no minimum order value.
What payment methods do you accept? We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers.
How do I care for my rug? Read our complete hand-knotted rug care guide for detailed instructions on vacuuming, spill treatment, moth prevention, and storage.
Where can I learn more about rug styles and buying? Read our guides on how to tell if a rug is handmade, are handmade rugs worth it, what size rug for a living room, and our complete Bokhara rugs guide. For the latest interior design direction see our rug trends 2026 post.
