Tafresh Rug
| Tafresh Rug | |
|---|---|
 Design of Tafresh Rug (Rugman) | |
| General information | |
| Name | Tafresh Rug |
| Original name | قالی تفرش |
| Alternative name(s) | Tafresh Carpet |
| Origin |  Iran: Markazi |
| Category | Village |
| Technical information | |
| Common designs | Medallon, Afshan, Tribal |
| Common colors | Crimson, Beige, Red, Blue, Cream, Green, Orange |
| Dyeing method | Natural, Synthetic |
| Pile material | Wool |
| Foundation material | Cotton |
| Knot type | Asyemmetrical (Persian) |
Tafresh is a small town, 260 km south west of the capital city of Tehran, in central Iran. It produces gorgeous handmade rugs that are known to bring a warm feeling to a floor. Although better in quality, the rugs of Tafresh closely resemble those of Hamadan. This is because Tafresh is located between Qum and Hamadan. Tafresh rugs usually have a dense thick pile, made with fine wool. Smaller pieces are much more common than larger ones. Another characteristic that these rugs have, is their unusual softness. This can probably be associated with the high quality wool used in the making. The patterns are usually floral with some animal elements, but sometimes geometric styles can be seen. The tribal rugs of Tafresh are an intelligent way to enhance the decor of a room and make the floors pleasant to walk on.[citation needed]