Genova Carpets: Selection Features

From time immemorial, carpets are not only decorative purpose, but also utilitarian. Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Indians, Chinese and nomadic people wove them from animal fur, silk, vegetable fibers and cotton linen, which were used as a means of protection from drafts, cold, instead of furniture and to decorate the home. Modern carpet weaving is a combination of the best traditions and modern technologies to create unique in properties and design of products. These are the Belgian carpets of the Genova collection.

Carpet weaving in Europe was not as common as in the countries of the East. This craft began to acquire global proportions only in the Middle Ages - in the XI century. After some time, Belgium began to occupy a leading position in the manufacture of carpets, and then completely became the center of carpet weaving in Europe.In the national culture, the Belgians themselves called their products “Baye”, which eventually began to spread throughout the world.

Due to their sophistication, unusual patterns, magnificent quality, color range, the Baiy became an ornament in the palaces of the kings of Belgium and France and began to transcend the use of oriental carpets throughout European countries. The country deservedly received the name "carpet workshop in Europe."

In the Middle Ages, wool and silk were common materials for weaving carpets. But thanks to new technologies and progress in the search for new, cheaper and more durable materials, viscose has come to replace traditional raw materials.

Viscose is an artificially made material from cellulose. Externally, the carpets of this material can hardly be distinguished from the more expensive and valuable silk cloths. The threads of viscose are very soft, thin, have a characteristic luster, elastic and strong.

Viscose product is much cheaper and more affordable than silk.This is a great alternative for those who want to have a beautiful carpet, but do not want to overpay. Factories for their customers are ready to offer discounts, the main thing is to monitor stocks in stores and buy the products you like much cheaper than the original price. This nice bonus will only increase the joy of shopping.

A huge choice of palettes, the ability to make canvases of any shapes and sizes will pleasantly surprise consumers, whose eyes are focused on the Genova collection. Round, square, oval, rectangular carpets will decorate any apartment. For certain designs, manufacturers offer an option with fringe edge processing.

Genova carpets are very durable. In addition, their the material does not fade in the sun. You can be sure that all the colors will remain in place, and the carpet will be pleasing to the eye for many years, even if its placement involves direct sunlight. Terraces in country houses, large open gazebos, pergolas and solariums are best decorated with synthetic viscose floor coverings, while cotton is appropriate inside the house.

The material has hypoallegic properties.You can not worry about their health and the health of their loved ones. Viscose is completely eco-friendly, does not attract dust, as it is antistatic. Viscose fabrics are very easy to clean, easy to clean, they are not afraid of any chemicals.

Unfortunately, this material has its drawbacks, which can be forgotten if you properly take care of the product.

• Do not spread carpet by the fireplace or near open sources of fire. Viscose is very flammable and can cause a large fire. Be careful in choosing a place for flooring and remember the rules of fire safety.
• Excessive moisture can cause deformation of the web.. If you spill any liquid, after removing the stain, be sure to dry the wet spot thoroughly, it is best to ignite it in the sun. You should also avoid using viscose mats in the bathroom, toilet, on the balcony and in the cooking zone.
• It is worth noting that this material is rather slippery.. This negative feature can manifest itself on a model with a short nap, but in everyday life you will hardly feel discomfort on this part, since Genova carpets combine lint-free elements with a nap. This technique reduces slip.

A distinctive feature of viscose carpets is the huge variety of all colors and shades in the finished product. Such paints can not be achieved in wool products.

Bright and bold designs pop art involve the use of ultra-bright, expressive colors. In this case, viscose carpet is the best choice. But also gentle girlish designs of shebby-chic and luxurious interiors in the Empire style, monophonic minimalist solutions are beautifully decorated with Genova carpets.

By purchasing such a durable element of the interior I want to take care that it serves for a long time, is of high quality and does not turn out to be a fake. In the store, do the following to make sure of your choice:

• Examine the label. The composition of the product affects its properties.A large percentage of synthetic yarns gives the carpet certain properties - the fabric is electrified, attracts more dust, can cause allergies, it gets very hot, in the cold "gets a stake"
• Pull the villus with your fingers - they should not remain in your hands, and the relief after that should remain unchanged. Otherwise, this may indicate poor-quality and unfair production.
• Quickly rub the pile with your fingers - the canvas should not heat up, moreover it should not sparkle. If the test is not passed - in front of you a carpet with a predominance of synthetic threads.
• The inner side of the product should be uniform, smooth, with a fabric texture.

Thanks to a large selection of shapes and sizes, the Belgian carpet from the Genova collection can be used in a room of any size and layout.

• Carpets are rectangular. Living room in a standard apartment is a rectangular room where the length prevails over the width. Often the furniture in such a room is placed along the walls. This is due to the fact that the classical layout does not allow to allocate a room for dining, the kitchen is often small in size and a large table for receiving guests is carried out in the center of the living room. When there are no guests, this place is rightly reserved for the carpet.

• Round and oval carpets - relatively young forms in carpet weaving. Nevertheless, they fit perfectly into many styles, such as Empire, Baroque, Modern, Pop Art, Chebbi-chic, Oriental. We must understand that this form does not allow to fill the space in the same way as a square or rectangular carpet does. But this is a great idea for a dining room with an oval dining group.

• Square carpets able to organize space for recreation areas. In the center of the room around the perimeter of the product placed the elements of upholstered furniture - sofas, armchairs, couches, poufs, and in the center they allocate space for the tea table. Relaxing atmosphere is perfectly complemented by soft flooring.

• Small floor mats Look good at the bedside area or in an ensemble with a single rocking chair. Long carpets-tracks are spread out in non-standard narrow rooms - corridors, balconies, terraces.

How to choose a suitable carpet, you will learn in the next video.

The design of the Belgian carpets employs more than a dozen designers, creating new collections, united by one principle. One of the most popular is the Genova collection.Carpets with a very short nap, only 5-6 mm, and a clearly traced pattern have the ability to reflect light, are very elastic and have a diverse design. In this collection there are a number of carpets, combined with a pattern with a geometric beginning, resembling products made in the style of patchwork. They are distinguished by their colorful and unique print. Also in the collection are carpets with floral and Damascus patterns. Genova relief carpets are unique, the designers tried to incorporate the best ideas into this collection and embodied them with dignity and grace.