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Flokati Rugs were extremely popular in the late sixties and seventies and are now fashionable once more, but they have a much longer history than this. Flokati wool was used by Alexander the Great in his tents as long ago as 331 B.C. Flokati rugs were later produced when Vlachs shepherds reared sheep in the Pindus mountains during the fifth century and beautiful rugs were woven by Greek women in a nearby village. They quickly became popular as the Vlachs traded their unique hand woven rugs with nearby villages and the demand was such that they had to use New Zealand wool because the local sheep could not produce enough to fulfill the orders.

These luxurious rugs are shag pile and although there are a choice of colors Flokati rugs are usually left undyed in the natural creamy white color of the wool. There are thin and thick piles and a variety of sizes are available. Despite their long pile, they are surprisingly easy to care for and if small enough, can be machine washed on a delicate cycle, using a mild detergent suitable for wool. Remove as soon as the spin cycle has finished give the rug a shake and leave to dry outside. Never tumble dry a Flokati rug.

Larger rugs should be washed gently face down in the bath using a suitable wool detergent or soap, they should be squeezed gently to remove the dirt. The rug should then be rinsed in tepid water until clear. Dry in the open air and shake while still damp to restore the look of the pile. Dry cleaning is unsuitable for Flokati rugs. Between washes a good shake will improve the appearance of the rug as wool is naturally resistant to dirt. It is natural for some of the pile to shed and this is not a cause for concern. With a little care your beautiful rug will last for many years.

Sometimes adding an area rug inside your family room or in your living room is a difficult task because of the many aspects you need to consider. For you not to regret in your choice, choosing the perfect area rug should include the following.

First is to take into account the area to be covered. This is important so that you may not purchase a rug that goes beyond your measurement or too small for your area. If you intend to cover your room, purchase smaller area rug since they look more attractive and cool than a single large area rug.  However, if your intention is to make your living room cozy, then a larger area rug is preferred.

Rugs are expensive so that budget is another to be considered. The best way not to go beyond the expected budget is to have the patience. There are opportunities that offer cheaper prices. If you do not have the patience to look for the perfect area rug, you will be tempted to purchase the most expensive ones.

Purpose also serves as your guide. If your intention is to protect your floor from scratches or heavy furniture, choosing the perfect area rug includes the thickness where in the thicker the rug area, the better for this purpose. But if you only wish to absorb wetness after bathing, thinner and smaller area rugs are preferred.

After considering all of the above, you should not stop there. Color scheme plays a role in choosing the perfect rug area. Rugs should go with the hue of your wall. If your walls are painted light yellow, brown rugs are perfect to match them. However, if you wish to apply contrast, you can choose rugs with contrasting color or do simply go for plain colors. Choosing rugs with motifs is also cool.