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GENERAL INFORMATION
Based on original copyrighted designs, Emma Gardner's rugs are handmade using two different techniques according to their characteristics and best expression: hand-knotting and hand-tufting.

DESIGN
Emma Gardner is driven to create beautiful things and designs based on her own fresh aesthetic. Born in Japan, reared in NYC and now living in rural Connecticut, Gardner's muses reflect this journey. Primary influences include Asian art, urban fashion, pop art and natural forms. All of this is then fused to create a uniquely modern look that works with various interior styles and materials such as concrete, glass, wood and steel.

Gardner's recognized contribution to the contemporary design conversation includes enlarged and feverishly colored floral patterns, kimono designs pared down graphically and updated with contemporary color and construction combinations and familiar organic shapes taken out of context and repeated to create something hypnotically new.

PRODUCTION
Hand-Knotted Rugs -- Tibetan weavers make the rugs in Nepal employing an artistry and craftsmanship that goes back many centuries. The result is a quality and durability that is recognized worldwide. Meticulously hand-knotted, these rugs are made of only the purest materials; fine Tibetan wool and/or Chinese silk.

Depending on the demands of the design and the customer's desired texture and feel, the rugs can be made in several different knot counts (per square inch) and pile heights.

Hand-Tufted Rugs -- Hand-tufted rugs are made in India using 100% New Zealand wool, prized for its thick softness and bright coloration. They are made in combinations of cut and/or loop pile to give the designs depth and comfort. The rugs are also sheared, shaped and finished by hand for a truly hand crafted result.

RUG CARE

Taking care of your investment
Wool is a protein-based fiber containing natural lanolin oil. Lanolin in combination with the natural construction of wool, make it very resilient to stains and easier to stay clean than most synthetic fibers.

Underpadding
A breathable non-slip mesh underpad is recommended when laying your carpet on a hardwood or tile floor.

Carpet Rotation
To ensure even wear, be sure to rotate your carpet once a year.

Furniture Placement
When placing your furniture, lightly set it down and then move it slightly in the direction of the pile. This allows the fibers to lie flat underneath your furniture rather than be crushed.

Vacuuming
Using an upright vacuum, vacuum your carpet in the direction of the pile at least once a week.

Cleaning
For surface cleaning: Using a sponge, wipe a mixture of a mild dish soap and water lightly over the entire surface of the carpet. Remove by wiping again using a clean cloth and water. For deep cleaning: Your carpet should be professionally cleaned every 3-5 years or when you notice the colours to be less vibrant. Carpets in extremely high traffic areas may require more frequent cleaning.

Stains

The best way to remove any stain is to treat it IMMEDIATELY.

Dilute the area with soda water or water and salt and let absorb.

Using a clean white cloth or paper towel, cover the area and press down several times with your hand or foot.

Continue to blot the area until the stain is removed.

DO NOT RUB – this will only work the stain into the fibers deeper.

If the stain persists, call a professional cleaner immediately.

For more information about cleaning and care, log-on to: http://www.carpet-rug.org

GUARANTEE
Emma Gardner Design guarantees all hand-knotted rugs for life under normal residential use and care prescribed above.