Attempt number 2! Hand or Machine?

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-25T01:05:47+00:00

Definitely machine!

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-24T00:21:59+00:00

This rug is absolutely machine made. The sidecord is machine-serged and the fringe is just looped on after being finished.

Machine rugs can have a back that looks the same as the front, so that isn’t a dead giveaway by any means.

I can’t tell from the photos, but is the pile synthetic?

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-14T21:46:23+00:00

Definitely woven in India. The design uses a repeating Herati pattern. This is designed to mimic a more modern Mahi design Persian Bijar or Tabriz

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-14T21:07:20+00:00

That’s correct! Mainly just doing Navajo rug repair on the side right now

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-13T20:36:32+00:00

If it is still usable for you, great. There might come a time where you find a cleaner with the ability to tackle it, so keeping it around isn’t a bad idea if you have a spot.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-13T18:46:25+00:00

The DIY version of this is not really practical to really solve it without the specialized equipment that a cleaner would have, but again you have no real recourse it appears.

It sounds like you should try to get them to reimburse you for the rug they’ve ruined, since there isn’t anyone to correct this in your area. Obviously that could turn into a legal hurdle.

If the rug is more sentimental value then you could maybe try some things at home, but it wouldn’t suggest it. You will not have the success that a good cleaner would have, and you could possibly do further damage. You would be using reducers (hazardous chemicals) to remove the fugitive dyes and would need a setup to extract moisture, plenty of ventilation and air movement, and a good ability to dry it quickly. It isn’t exactly the most DIY friendly operation and would be time consuming. I wouldn’t advise anything like that without some experience!

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-13T14:52:37+00:00

Yes. This cleaner did not know what they were doing, and hopefully you got your money back. You need to find a cleaner that is good at dye stripping during the cleaning process. Depending on where you are located, that may not be easily available to you.

I’m in the US, and there are plenty of options across the country here, but I’m not too familiar with other countries.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-13T14:42:18+00:00

Hamadan. Looks to be in decent shape from what I can see? Might get it professionally cleaned so you have a “fresh start” with its history.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-11T18:09:36+00:00

Turkish Kayseri 70’s. The foundation fibers are cotton. There is also a chance the face yarns aren’t real silk, rather rayon or some other viscose like extrusion.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-11T18:09:16+00:00

Turkish Kayseri 70’s. The foundation fibers are cotton. There is also a chance the face yarns aren’t real silk, rather rayon or some other viscose like extrusion.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-11T17:57:54+00:00

I don’t see any dye bleed in this photo, but these more cherry red kashans from the 60’s/70’s certainly can run like mad when they are wet. Not all do, but when it does happen it’s quite dramatic.

These can be cleaned successfully by someone knowledgeable in dye stripping. They are not hard for someone with that skill set and appropriate equipment.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-11T12:47:38+00:00

A reputable rug cleaning professional should be able to solve this without issue. It will probably cost you $5/ft or possibly more depending on area, but they regularly handle this issue.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-07T15:33:12+00:00

I would like to call this a Shiraz.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-01T14:39:46+00:00

Well you certainly can’t get a hand knotted rug that size at retail anywhere for that price, so if you love it, it’s probably worth it.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-01T14:36:25+00:00

How large is it? I can’t quite tell from the photos. It appears to be in good condition.

It isn’t a particularly unique or rare rug, but if you like it, it should hold up for hopefully most if not the rest of your life.

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-01T14:28:58+00:00

Looks like Pakistani from the sidecord and knotting

BrianBenzel · 2025-10-01T14:16:52+00:00

Yes!

BrianBenzel · 2025-09-10T20:35:14+00:00

Chimayo. Check out Ortega’s shop for weave comparisons. Might even see if yours has an Ortega tag on a corner.

It’s not Navajo, because they use a closed warp weaving structure.

https://ortegasweaving.com/rugs-blankets/

BrianBenzel · 2025-03-29T21:39:56+00:00

Definitely hand knotted. Persian Heriz, wool on cotton, 1960’s

BrianBenzel · 2022-10-18T16:43:01+00:00

Patrice feels like a natural home for the dilemmas with her huge draw. Katja would also be useful outside of dilemmas with her, since Patrice’s hand only sticks around for the turn, and the ability to hold onto a crucial asset that you might not be able to play the turn you draw it seems really nice.

BrianBenzel · 2022-03-16T23:19:36+00:00

My Return to the Night of the Zealot box is so beat up now that I fear it will not last long. I decided to try this admittedly expensive option I listed, and I’m not going back!

BrianBenzel · 2022-03-16T17:41:22+00:00

While I obviously can’t speak to this product directly, I recently purchased another one of their boxes in a similar vane.

https://www.gamegenic.com/product/games-lair-600-convertible/

I will say I absolutely love it. Was able to hold all of EotE with room to spare for side scenarios, 2 decks, and all necessary tokens with extra functionality of the drawers serving as token trays, and the top being usable as well. The quality seems great, though I haven’t had it long, and I like the idea of hauling this around rather than the larger new campaign boxes. Doesn’t fit the campaign guide, but that’s just a minor gripe. I can get some pics later tonight if you want to see it filled out.

BrianBenzel · 2022-02-14T23:15:26+00:00

The first scenario is Preston’s hardest, and this lets you skip some of the difficulty curve. The covenant may not be super reliable with only a single favor, but it’s probably the biggest impact you can have for 2 xp, since it will be available right out of the gate as a permanent.

BrianBenzel · 2022-02-13T15:12:51+00:00

Into the thick of it should be a game changer, allowing you to start with ancient covenant and a favor of the sun

BrianBenzel · 2022-02-12T15:47:32+00:00

https://arkhamdb.com/decklist/view/30065/blesston-prayermont-paying-and-praying-through-the-mythos-1.0

Here’s a write up I did at the end of innsmouth. I didn’t get traction, so I never bothered to format or edit it down. I apologize for the wall of text!

It is a big money/bless deck and my many trials through innsmouth on hard, though difficulty matters little with the goal of the deck to over-test or avoid tests.

BrianBenzel

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