Rug online shopping ideas to get your favorite makes, styles, and colors.

Most people need to see and touch larger rugs to get a real idea what they will look like in their home, so we suggest finding a rug dealer near you rather than simply buying online. At a minimum, spend some time in a rug shop to get an idea of what your favorite’s makes, styles, and colors are.

When shopping for an oriental rug, your first step is determining what size rug you need. Measure the area you wish to cover, whether it is a room, hallway, or dining area. For the best rugs, look for rugs are the braided jute rugs.There are the traditional rug center, with skilled craftsmen, long lasting vegetable-based dyes and pigments, and high quality wool.

More and more rugs are being made in China, Pakistan, Turkey, and India these days, but while you may save money, you will lose in quality and durability. If you are buying an expensive shag rugs, asks for certificate of authenticity - this will aid you in reselling it someday. You should also know the age of your rug, as older rugs are generally more valuable assuming they are in good condition. A good oriental rug dealer will not pressure you into a sale. They should be willing to spend time educating you about the rugs, from manufacturing to care and cleaning.

If you prefer to shop online for lower prices or larger selection, you at least have some experience and know what you are getting. For more expensive contemporary rugs, there is usually plenty of room to haggle over prices, so if you do find lower prices online, don't hesitate to bring it up and see if you can get a price match from the rug dealer. In the Internet Age, most retailers know they are competing with online stores and are willing to cut deals to keep your business. You may also run across estate sales selling oriental rugs - make sure you know the condition and history of the rug before bidding though, as all sales are final.