Sheepskins and Greek Flokati Rugs
Flokati rugs are a design which isn’t familiar to many people but it has been around for a long time, and they were originally made by women in Greece during the 5th century for warmth during the long, cold winters. They were ignored for a long time because they were thought to be a little outdated but they are coming back into fashion and you may want to think about getting one for your home. Customarily they are creamy white and not dyed but today these rugs come in various colors and styles for all tastes.
Real Flokati rugs are made from wool and are graded according to the weight of the pile. They are measured in grams of wool per square meter with the weight determining the thickness and the lavishness of the rug. This is the reason why prices vary so wildly.
The creation of a traditional Flokati rug is a sight to see. They are hand woven and sewn with pure wool. These rugs are then put into baths of running water for almost 40 hours. The rugs untangle and fluff up because of the friction of the water running over. The rug is then hung in the sun to dry. It is astounding to think that this simple procedure can produce such a luxurious wool rug.
Sheepskin rugs are available in a variety of sizes, grades and configurations. They add texture, comfort, color & style to traditional & contemporary homes equally. Each color brings a different ambience to your home – they can be strong and dynamic; soft, graceful and delicate; energetic and playful.
Premium quality Australian and New Zealand sheepskins are cautiously processed to preserve their natural beauty. These skins are selected for the suppleness, thickness and wool luster that are essential to produce the highest quality and most luxurious rugs there can be. They are then expertly matched and sewn into an array of naturally shaped multiple rugs that bring elegance and style to your home which you and your family will enjoy for the next years to come.