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The article offers information on the history and tradition of weaving among Navajo Indians in North America. Particular focus is given to intent behind blankets and rugs woven by members of the tribe. Additional topics discussed include the June 2012 sale of a woven chief's blanket from approximately 1850, how many of the woven items produced in the 19th and 20th century were intended for an Anglo market and details relating to the collecting of Navajo weavings in the early-21st-century.

The article presents a survey report for the purchasing of rugs by the consumers, area rugs used in the houses, and important factors for the purchasing of rugs including color, size and price and also presents charts and diagrams representing the selling of area rugs.

The article reports on the projected growth of the sales of new rugs in the U.S. in January 2016.

The article offers suggestions on improving rug sales and mentions the significance of wholesale partnerships and rug accessorizing.

The article presents a report of the 2013 "Home Accents Today Consumer Buying Trends" survey conducted in December 2012 by the periodical on consumers' trends of purchasing home decoration materials. The study was conducted through the responses from 3,000 households in U.S. and according to the survey, area rug was the highest selling home accent product. The article also includes statistical data and figures from the survey results.

The article focuses on retail rug sales which have been steadily growing. As a strategy, retailers promote rugs to help sell more furniture and more expensive pieces or to create add-on sales. This successful marketing approach is attested to by retailers such as Homemakers, the Des Moines, Iowa, superstore owned by Berkshire-Hathaway, Nebraska Furniture Mart, another Berkshire-Hathaway brand located in Nebraska, Kansas and Iowa and Art Van Furniture based in Michigan.

The article focuses on the merchandising strategies and classifications of CB2 Inc. and West Elm. It says that CB2 is turning toward edgier and young vibe textile design, while West Elm is aiming for more established young adult design. It states that both retailers commit great amount of floor space to vignettes, which is more detailed at West Elm. Moreover, West Elm have 18 styles of rugs with priced around 249 dollars, while CB2 has 19 styles with prices from 199 dollars to 399 dollars.

The article presents an interview with the founder of the Klekt online marketplace Heiko Lanzke on the alleged hype surrounding the Ikea furniture company's sale of a rug designed by Virgil Abloh of the Off White company, parallels between the sales of the rug and hype in the sneaker market, and resale of rugs.

The article announces the Ikea furniture company's April 6, 2019 sale of rugs designed by Virgil Abloh.

The article discusses Persian rugs as an investment against inflation in the U.S. as of October 1, 1975. The author focuses on art auctioneering company Sotheby Parke Bernet, prices of ancient and new oriental rugs, and the quality of production of rugs, including dyes, wool, and knots per inch. Further discussed are fashion trends in Persian rugs, including floral, pastel, and geometric designs.

The article discusses the rug and carpet industry in the United States. It examines the effects of a housing boom on the sales and prices of rugs and carpets in the United States. When increases in demand did not materialize as expected, the shift in the industry towards synthetic rubber materials is highlighted.

The article profiles a young women named Arifa from Kashmir, India and owner of Incredible Kashmir Crafts. It mentions that she explains to a customer the intricate craftsmanship of the numdha rugs while selling in her Lalbazar shop in Srinagar, India; rise in the number of women entrepreneurs in the Kashmir Valley, and confidence of Arifa in operating her busines despite bad political conditions and evidences of strikes and shutdowns in the state.

The article offers information on the trends in area rugs business at the two major home center chains namely Home Depot Inc. and Lowe's in Miami, Florida from 2010 to 2012. It informs that the numbers of special order rug options in Home Depot rose 24 percent in 2012 as compared to 2010. Lowe's has reportedly made changes to its area rug display by making it cleaner and streamlined.

In this article, the author focuses on the marketing strategy for selling area rugs. Topics discussed include Karastan store's adopting programs for a few local rug binder and custom rug design companies, the need to do detail study on the history and structure of area rugs, and educating customers with the help of his training manuals. It also mentions that some stores sell low budget flooring according to their store's location they deal in their market.

The article discusses record category sales growth of rugs from Classic Home and mentions views of Kelly Jeon, product development manager of textiles and rugs, on expansion of products to include more natural fiber rugs.

The article presents a report of the journal regarding sales of rugs in 2018. It presents views of Oriental Weavers' president Jonathan Witt; Mohawk Home’s senior vice president Bart Hill; and Maples Rugs president John Maples on the online sales of rugs. It mentions that department stores witnessed loss in terms of market share in 2017.

The article focuses on the periodical's Consumer View survey which found variation in found that the life cycle of an area rug. It mentions that rugs replacement cycle also depends on Baby Boomers, Millennials and Generation X. It also highlights factors that are considered while purchasing rugs which include price, color and size.

The article offers the author's insights on rug selection for homes and mentions topics including rug price, rug designs, and rug size.

The article offers brief information on the rug buying guide released by online home furnishings retailer Bellacor.com Inc.

The article reports on the rugs and pillows of rug maker Magnolia Home starting to make their way in furniture stores in the U.S. It states that the reception for the products has been off the sales charts. It mentions that the response of the customers on the project has been amazing and a number of customers has been ordering the rugs.

The article reports the highlights of the High Point Market furniture trade show as of early May 2016, particularly the high sales of rugs. Also cited are the introduction by designer Joanna Gaines of her rugs, pillows and throws via her Magnolia Home brand, the high sales posted by Capel Rugs, as well as the sales performance of such firms as Jaunty Co., Harounian Rugs International, and Oriental Weavers.

The article reports on the rug collection of U.S. National Basketball Association legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Topics discussed include a brief profile of Abdul-Jabbar, his rug collections, his passion for rugs, the humility, comfort and warmth he experienced in having rugs, and the sale of these rugs.

The article reports that Domada Home has opened an electronic and wholesale marketplace for its unique offering of cowhide-shaped vintage rugs.

The article offers information on the annual State of the Industry report of the periodical on accent and bath rugs sales in the U.S. in 2017 and mentions views of Bart Hill, senior vice president of operations at Mohawk Home, on the consumer preferences and innovation in the products.

The article offers information on the annual State of the Industry report of the periodical on area rugs sales in the U.S. in 2017 and mentions views of Jonathan Witt, president at Oriental Weavers, on the preference of color and then the design by consumers.

The article offers information on the annual State of the Industry report of the periodical on rugs sales in the U.S. in 2017 and mentions views of Bart Hill, senior vice president of operations at Mohawk Home, on the impact on rise in raw material costs.

The article forecasts increased sales in home and rugs during summer time in the U.S., and talks of optimism among exporters and importers for better business in retail sales of machine made rugs, comments from rug company heads of Harounian Rugs, AmercasMart and Las Vegas Market.

The article offers information on an increase in the electronic-commerce sales of rugs in the U.S. as of 2017 citing reference to an increase in investments by rug companies and also presents the views of Koorosh Yaraghi, President at rug maker NuLoom.

The article reports on the special incentive offered by Capel Rugs for retailers and designers who will call its sales representatives to make appointments in advance to visit its showroom at the Las Vegas World Market Center in Nevada in January 2018.

The article discusses overall area rugs sales in 2017. Topics discussed include highest percentage increase of direct-to-consumer channel, business growth of Mohawk Home with expansions in area rugs and doormats, and sale of area rugs driven by innovations and advancements in polyester in the woven business, according to Mohawk Home's Bart Hill.

The article discusses a report from the periodical which reveals that more consumers are buying hand-knotted rugs due to its quality and creativity which increases it sale. Topics include the views of Greg Jordt, senior vice president at Harounian Rugs International, on the increasing the hand-knotted business; the views of Ryan Higgins, a partner with Tamarian Carpets, on the attraction of the rug's style; and the increase in hand-knotted rugs due to increase in building bigger homes.

The article focuses on the sales and prices of rugs offered at AmericasMart rug market, Georgia in July 2015 with a view to improve economy and employment in the country. It mentions painter Robert Langford "Brought to Light" collection of hand knitted wool rugs being sold at high end. It states other high priced rugs as hand tufted Elsa and rugs of designer Bob Mackie's collection. It informs about the market debut of rug designer A1 Home with decorative pillows and door mats.

The article reports that International Rug Group (IRG) organized by industry veterans is improving the sales of rugs by opening in-store galleries. Topics discussed include views of Mark Bannon, chief executive officer at IRG, on providing equipments and staff for the gallery, increase in sales of the products such as rugs in the gallery and, participation in several trade shows to for procuring programmed rugs.

The article offers information on retailer NW Rugs, which is rebranded as NW Rugs and Furniture. Topics discussed include benefits derived from electronic commerce of the company, role of the social media in helping NW Rugs and Furniture, and introduction of new design and trends in the industry. It further mentions the views of Wendy Reiss, vice president of sales and national accounts for KAS Rugs.

The article focuses on a market research by PBM Strategic Insights, whcih found usual lowpulse growth in the bath rugs and bath accessories industry in 2016 with retail sales in rugs and accessories reaching 2.345 billion dollars. It also refers to the development of online business in bath rugs and carpets.

The article reports that area rug category saw positive growth in 2016, with sales climbing 3.3 percent for a total of $4.85 billion.

The article focuses on the growth of the sales in the area rugs industry in 2016. Topics discussed include highest growth rate of the direct-to-consumer sector, the move of continued investing in the domestic production and the expansion of efficiencies for distribution network by home furnishing industry Natco Home.