Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Measure the area where you want the rug. You can buy Oriental rugs for accent, to cover an entire floor or to cover a specific section of flooring to divide a room. You need accurate measurements of the space you want to cover so that you can find the best rug to fit that space.
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Step 2
Decide which colors and materials you would like the rugs to be made of. You want to find a rug that will fit with the colors and general decorating style of the room you will have it in. You may find that you like some colors and materials better than others as well as certain design patterns.
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Step 3
Examine the rug for indicators of quality. Various materials are worth more money. You will also find that a greater KPSI (knots per square inch) is an indication of the overall quality of an Oriental rug. Higher quality often correlates to a higher price.
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Step 4
Compare prices. When you buy Oriental rugs, you are making an investment and should expect to spend a little money to get a quality product. Many markets that sell Oriental rugs are open to haggling, and you can get a significantly lower price by learning to haggle well. Make sure that the store you are considering is willing to haggle, and know a little about the average prices of Oriental rugs before attempting to haggle.
