Karastan is among the most well known and respected brand names in rugs today. They first brought their rugs to market in 1928 and became famous for their ability to machine produce rugs that rivaled the quality of handmade rugs. Karastan rugs have earned the name "Wonder Rugs" because of their amazing durability. One noted experiment conducted by Karastan was carried out during the 1933 World's Fair in Chicago. Five million people had the chance to walk over one of their rugs which became filthy with dirt and food stains. Karastan cleaned one half of the rug which returned to its original beauty and then placed it on display to showcase how their rugs could recover from severe abuse.

Karastan rugs are crafted from the wool of New Zealand sheep which have a reputation for having the purest and whitest wool. Wool is an environmentally friendly fiber and Karastan strives to be eco-friendly and environmentally responsible.

Karastan rugs are among the finest rugs you can buy for your home. Being made of wool they repel staining and abuse. They are fire retardant and durable enough to last for decades. Another advantage to large wool rugs is that they are known to be absorbent which means they can draw excess moisture from the air as well as indoor contaminants making for a more comfortable indoor environment.

Karastan rugs come in many shapes and styles. They are available in round and rectangular shapes as well as hall runners. There is a Karastan rug for any decor as these rugs are available in a variety of styles including casual, traditional, contemporary, animal print, flower print, and stripes.

Karastan rugs are a wise choice for any home because they are so durable and are available in a style sure to suit your decor. The only potential drawback is that these rugs are more expensive than rugs made from cheaper materials. The upside is that Karastan rugs will last you for years and retain their original beauty if cared for properly.

It is advised to place a rug pad under your rug to prevent it from slipping around and causing unnecessary wear and tear. Change locations of your rug periodically if possible so sunlight does not fall on the same spots year after year. Vacuuming your Karastan rug often will help it to become more beautiful as it ages. During the first year you should vacuum at least twice a week to remove the normal shedding which occurs.

For the rest of your rug's life you should vacuum as often as needed depending upon the foot traffic it gets to keep soil from accumulating. Sop up spills immediately before they have a chance to stain. Wool naturally repels spills which makes it easier to keep Karastan rugs clean. If your rug does become stained it is best to consult a professional rug cleaner instead of trying to remove the stain yourself since rubbing or using chemicals can cause irreversible damage.

Karastan rugs can be purchased at carpet centers or from online rug stores. Many department stores and specialty stores carry Karastan rugs as well. Karastan is one of America's most popular brand name in rugs so these rugs are easy to find. The Internet is useful for comparison pricing. Karastan rugs are so expertly manufactured that they come with warranties. These rugs will cost a couple hundred dollars for a small rug to a few thousand dollars for a room size rug. They are costly because they are so expertly manufactured and are created in beautiful designs. Their ease of care and long lasting beauty makes the expense worthwhile.