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What makes TVR carpets unique?

Five unmatched standards:

  1. 14/14 fineness (196 KPSI / 300,000 knots/m²)
  2. In-house hand-carding/spinning (Himalayan wool/nettle)
  3. Persian/Nepalese directional pile knots
  4. Proprietary pH-balanced washing
  5. Single-knot design adjustments

Hand-knotted vs. machine-made?

Feature TVR Hand-Knotted Machine-Made
Lifespan 25+ years* 3-7 years
Washability Deep-safe Surface-only
Floor heating Compatible Risky
Pile direction Bi-directional shine Uniform

*Normal household use

How does 14/14 fineness compare to antiques?

While the 17th-century Ardabil Carpet achieves 304 KPSI, our 196 KPSI offers:

  • Modern durability (ISO 10361 abrasion-tested)
  • Custom detailing impossible in antique looms
  • Consistent density across entire surface

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