<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Rug Story]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lovely Bespoke Rugs]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:33:27 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.therugstory.co.uk/fr/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Hand Tufted Versus Hand Knotted Rugs Compared]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hand tufted versus hand knotted rugs: compare construction, finish, timing and specification to select the right luxury rug for every interior scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/hand-tufted-versus-hand-knotted-rugs-compared</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5706a05e603ccfb330e601</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:03:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_34ab98709bf3488ebcc21dc0480bc67d~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Order Trade Rugs for Design Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to order trade rugs with confidence, from drawings and yarn selection to bespoke sizing, approvals, lead times and fitting for luxury projects.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-to-order-trade-rugs-for-design-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5460c26c2bae2e27949921</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 03:51:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_3005dd8ae5bc4b46b0751d4118a7c147~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Short Lead Time Rugs for Design-Led Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short lead time rugs for interior designers: specify bespoke hand-tufted colour, pile and scale with a clear, dependable project programme from brief.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/short-lead-time-rugs-for-design-led-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a51cc87661479e527e369dc</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:54:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_15c43e36210940deaa10ba2b721fe788~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Designer Rug Collections Shape a Scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Designer rug collections give interior designers clarity, consistency and scope to specify luxury rugs with confidence for tailored schemes.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-designer-rug-collections-shape-a-scheme</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4f1fbbfdbfff17dca89db5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:12:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_b8bc3bbd6ac2488284f66b2730080f28~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Long Do Bespoke Rugs Take?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How long do bespoke rugs take? Learn what affects lead times, from CAD approval and yarn choices to hand tufting, finishing and delivery.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-long-do-bespoke-rugs-take</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4c9274f7b480551f177f03</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:45:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_d16d0af188024110afa6dc5b034e7120~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cut Pile Versus Loop Pile: What Suits Best?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cut pile versus loop pile affects texture, durability and finish. 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understand the trade-offs in size, finish, lead times and design control for luxury interior projects.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/custom-rugs-vs-ready-made-what-suits-a-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32250aa3667807a6594f6d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:39:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_e3506bce69e448008bcff198c28d2a6a~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Guide to Bespoke Rug Commissioning]]></title><description><![CDATA[A guide to bespoke rug commissioning for interior designers - from pile and fibre choices to sizing, colour, CADs and lead times.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/a-guide-to-bespoke-rug-commissioning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f63cf00dbe48b1c7aaece</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 02:30:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_9221a5fa52ec4c52822682a9e981e994~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Choose a Trade Rug Supplier UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choosing a trade rug supplier UK designers can trust means balancing lead times, bespoke options, quality and service that supports every scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-to-choose-a-trade-rug-supplier-uk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2cc5c7418318a8f7e31047</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 02:51:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_05ed803e82df49c78702dc36eac85ea9~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Clean Viscose Rugs Properly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to clean viscose rugs properly, avoid water marks and fibre damage, and know when specialist care is the right choice for luxury schemes.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-to-clean-viscose-rugs-properly</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a3cd48ae4d2c74dd1a01b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:43:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_b7f687b9666d4a56b62ca4ff62ed3d9a~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Fit a Large Rug Properly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to fit a large rug with confidence, from sizing and layout to placement around furniture, borders, flow and bespoke options.]]></description><link>https://www.therugstory.co.uk/post/how-to-fit-a-large-rug-properly</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a28ecb0bcf454bfefdfcc6c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:48:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a104de_109a6fde598945b7ab71e886bef38c15~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Rug Story</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Size Rug for Lounge Works Best?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wondering what size rug for lounge schemes works best? 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