Kilim/Soumak Rugs

KILIM RUGS. A Kilim rug is different from a traditional rug due to the weave used to produce it. Kilim rugs are traditional, hand-woven rugs that are flat-woven and because of this, have no pile. This makes them a very attractive option if you are looking for something particularly lightweight and simple, but that still offers a cultural connection with the origins of rug-making. A rug is a serious investment, so the durability of the rug you purchase needs to be considered. Handmade Kilim rugs are more durable than Traditional machine-made rugs due to the way they are woven.

SOUMAK RUGS (also spelled Sumak) – This construction technique produces a flat-weave rug that is thick, strong and exceptionally durable. Unlike kilims, Soumak rugs are not reversible because non-clipped yarns are left on the back. However, they are also stronger than kilims.