Fiber
Facts
828 International
rugs are a versatile and beautiful way to accentuate the
style of your home. Every rug we offer is made only of high
quality wool or heat-set
polypropylene—the two most durable and maintenance
friendly fibers available.
In addition, we purposely exceed industry standards in terms
of rug weight and density to ensure your complete satisfaction.
With proper care, your 828 rug will bring you enjoyment
for many years.
WOOL
The natural qualities of wool make it the perfect fiber
for weaving rugs. In addition to its innate beauty, strength,
and purity, wool boasts a number of additional features
that make it an exceptional fiber:
HEAT-SET
POLYPROPYLENE
Polypropylene is a man-made fiber that is created by a process
called extrusion. Extrusion involves the pre-dyeing of pellets
that are then melted down and extruded into continuous fibers.
As a man-made fiber, polypropylene has several built-in
features that make it attractive for use in rugs:
