Flokati rugs have been a Greek tradition for centuries.These rugs originally served the shephards as clothing, beds for tents, kept them warm during the long winter months. Flokati rugs are first hand-woven then sewn, ready for the birth process. Born under the waterfalls of the famous Pindos Mountains, each rug is placed in the friction baths connected to the waterfalls.The rugs are subjected to tremendous water pressure for 40 hours, and the backing swells while the pile unravels and fluffs out. Each is then hung to dry in the Greek sun and carefully inspected to assure the finest quality, comfort and elegance.
Features:
- 100% New Zealand wool
- Hand-woven in Greece
- Available sizes include : 2' x 5' / 3' x 5' / 4' x 6' / 5' x 7' / 6' x 9' / 9' x 12' / 10' x 14'
Approximate Pile Height:
- 1400 grams/sq. meter is roughly 1.5 inches (New Flokati)
- 2000 grams/sq. meter is roughly 2 inches (Flokati 3A Heavy)
- 3000 grams/sq. meter is roughly 3 inches (Flokati 4A Super Heavy)
- 4000 grams/sq. meter is roughly 4 inches (Flokati 5A Extraordinary)
Note: Please be aware that actual colors may vary from those shown on your screen. Accent rugs may also not show the entire pattern that the corresponding area rugs have. Additionally, rugs 8' x 10' and larger may ship Truck Freight.
Caring for your Flokati Rug
General- We recommend combing your flokati rug with a wide-toothed plastic hairbrush or a simple wood or plastic garden rake to fluff it. A good shaking will also help to substantially fluff up your new rug.
Washing- Your flokati rug should be given a good shaking outdoors periodically to remove dust. Small rugs can be put in the washing machine on the gentle cycle in cold water with a mild detergent, like Woolite, and air dried out of direct sunlight to prevent distorting the color. Larger rugs, 30" x 54" and above, must be cleaned in a commercial washer (35 lbs). They can be found in many laundromats. Add mild detergent as the water is filling, then add flokati only after detergent is mixed well with the water. Lay flat to dry. If the rug looks disheveled, comb it. DO NOT: bleach, wash in hot water, place in dryer, or dry clean.
Vacuuming- Although vacuuming is NOT recommended, use the attachment suction hose if necessary. DO NOT: run the vacuum over rug with the rotating brush; the long hairs of the rug will get caught.
Storage- Use a moth repellent as flokati rugs are 100% wool.
About Hellenic Rugs
Whether you crave a traditional, contemporary, modern or simplistic lifestyle, Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. is pleased to offer the finest rugs and home accent products suitable for every taste and lifestyle. Since 1988, Hellenic has been proud to bring their outstanding collections to retailers throughout North America.
Hellenic takes pride in using the rug makers' visions of yesteryears and today to bring permanence, comfort, dependability and timelessness into your home. Hellenic's everlasting ethics, reliability and integrity assure that we provide quality products to our customers.
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