Dhurries

Dhurries are one of the most ancient type of floor coverings. They are flat woven yarn from India. The yarn can be wool, cotton or jute, the weave similar to kilim. It started as rather a simple rug used as an underlay. The designs used in dhurries are similar to kilims and dhurries are reversible. They are affordable, and casual. They give an easy feeling.

In India, traditionally almost all households woven dhurrie for their personal use, it is only now that it has been commercialized. Each region in India has a unique pattern style. Haryana and Punjab region, producing the maximum number of dhurries have geometric or abstract motifs; Andhra Pradesh is famous for Ikat. Bhadoi dhurries have a modern theme. Rich Mughal style dhurries are also made in Rajasthan.

Dhurrie has of late become a much sought after product for interior decor.

Tags:- Cotton Dhurries, Dhurries Carpets, Dhurries Rugs

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