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=== Weaving techniques ===
=== Weaving techniques ===
The formats range from small mats to rugs approximately seven feet by four feet six inches; runners are also produced. They have a cotton foundation and a medium to long wool pile tied in the Turkish ([[Symmetrical|symmetric]]) knot. Taleghan rugs are durably woven and make for long-lasting floor coverings.<br>
The formats range from small mats to rugs approximately seven feet by four feet six inches; runners are also produced. They have a cotton foundation and a medium to long wool pile tied in the Turkish ([[Symmetrical|symmetric]]) knot. Taleghan rugs are durably woven and make for long-lasting floor coverings.<br>
A symmetric knot is used at a density of about 65 knots per square inch.<ref> Stone, 2013, 279</ref>
By the last quarter of the twentieth century, many Taleghan weavers switched from making traditional designs to produce styles similar to those of other areas to meet domestic and foreign export demand.<ref> Moheban, 2015, p.564-565</ref>
By the last quarter of the twentieth century, many Taleghan weavers switched from making traditional designs to produce styles similar to those of other areas to meet domestic and foreign export demand.<ref> Moheban, 2015, p.564-565</ref>