The knot density is the most common technical feature for describing machine-made rugs among the community of machine-made rug manufacturers. Iranian machine-woven rug manufacturers are proud of their high-density rugs. Some of them believe that the higher the number of reeds is, the more valuable their rugs look. But is this claim always true? For example, are 1200-reed rugs produced by Shahrokh Company better than their 1700-reed rugs for consumers? What about for wholesalers and distributors that place bulk orders for wholesale? This article will help you make better choices of machine-made rugs for your home or workplace. Also, it will give valuable information to the international businesspeople who would like to work with Shahrokh Rug Company and import its rugs to their own country.
What Is Reed Density?
Iranian producers of machine-made rugs usually use reeds per meter as the measurement unit of knot density in their products. However, their Turkish rivals usually report it in points per square meter, which is calculated in a different way. Whatever you call it, it shows how dense the threads of rugs are. Reeds in the context of machine-made Persian rugs rarely mean as what you read in a learners’ English dictionary. Reeds are a term that Iranian rug producers commonly use as a translation of what they call shaneh (شانه) in Persian. However, even native English speakers hardly use it in the sense that Iranians consider when they want to say how dense the knots are in a rug. While some experts are not sure if this translation is accurate or not, you need to know what they mean if you deal machine-made Persian rugs since this term has been overused by Iranian rug marketers and salespeople. A “reed” is a comb-like device that spaces warp threads on a loom. Most Iranian machine-made carpet producers cite a “reed count” to indicate the loom setup. A phrase like “1200-reed” could be shorthand for the loom’s reed spacing or the number of slots/reeds used per warp, which affects weave density. If so, a higher reed count could mean finer control and potentially higher weave density, which results in the production of a rug with more delicate details and motifs.
Despite the explanation above, “reeds” isn’t a standard technical term in the international machine-made rug context. Even those Iranian manufacturers of machine-made Persian rugs sometimes use points per square meter in international exhibitions like DOMOTEX or CFE. Points per square meter is more self-explanatory. By points, they mean points of pile yarn threads in the surface of a rug. When Shahrokh Company says its 1700-reed rugs have about 5.7 million points per square meter, it means there are about 5.7 million yarns in one square meter of the rug area. This clearly shows how dense the pile yarn of this rug is.
But how does this density count influence the quality of machine-made carpets? Why do 1200-reed rugs cost less than 1700-reed ones? Why do the details of design motifs on 1700-reed rugs look better in 1700-reed rugs in comparison to 1200-reed ones? In general, how does the density count affect the price and quality of machine-made carpets?
Advantages of 1200-Reed Rugs
The most straightforward advantage of 1200-reed machine-made rugs is their durability. Acrylic pile yarn has the best durability in comparison to other pile yarn materials such as polypropylene, bcf, or viscose. Acrylic rugs will not get stiff in a year if you use them in areas with high foot traffic. You will not have to get rid of that because of this problem. Also, the pile height of 1200-reed acrylic rugs produced by Shahrokh Company is an advantage over the pile height of 1700-reed rugs of this company. The pile of acrylic rugs is 6mm high, while it is 3mm high in machine-made silk rugs. This means 1200-reed acrylic rugs feel fluffier under your feet. Also, Shahrokh Company accept custom orders for acrylic rugs with 10mm-high piles. For inquiries, you could call the salespeople of Shahrokh Company or contact them on the website. To find your favorite design, you could visit our 1200-reed rugs here.
Advantages of 1700-Reed Rugs
The 1700-reed rugs of Shahrokh Company are made of modal pile yarns. They look like handmade silk rugs. This similarity has two main reasons. First, they have about 5.7 million points of thread per square meter, which means the density of knots are so high that almost every delicate detail can be woven. Secondly, their finishing is done by hand. In other words, the shearing, washing and fringe and overlock stitching are all done by hand. These machine-made silk rugs are so similar to handmade silk rugs that they are sometimes called semi handmade silk rugs.
Shahrokh Company manufactures them as an affordable substitute for handmade silk rugs. Since handmade silk rugs are too expensive, these semi-handmade silk rugs could be considered as an appropriate substitute for those silk Persian rug lovers who can not pay for pure natural silk rugs. Shahrokh machine-made silk rugs look as shiny and luxurious. Therefore, they are usually recommended for luxurious decorations. For example, you could use them in a dining room in a large house or in a palace.
These rugs are soft and flexible. This flexibility is the inherent property of machine-made silk rugs. Some kinds of machine-made silk rugs are a little too slippery. Some consumers may be worried that they are not appropriate for the areas covered by ceramic. However, Shahrokh Company is proud to inform you that its silk rugs are usable in any area. Fortunately, our silk rugs do not slip on polished areas despite amazing softness. To choose your favorite silk rug design, you could visit the machine made silk rugs page of Shahrokh Company website.
Comparison of 1200-Reed and 1700-Reed Rugs (Shahrokh Company)
| Feature | 1200-Reed Rug (Acrylic) | 1700-Reed Rug (Silk/Modal) |
| Pile Yarn Material | Heat-set Acrylic | Modal (a type of viscose similar to silk) |
| Pile Height | ~6 mm (custom orders up to 10 mm) | ~3 mm |
| Knot Density | Lower → simpler designs | ~5.7 million knots per m² → very detailed designs |
| Appearance | Soft, fluffy, comfortable underfoot | Shiny, luxurious, very similar to handmade silk rugs |
| Durability | Highly durable, suitable for heavy foot traffic | More delicate, less resistant to heavy use |
| Washability | Can be washed with industrial carpet cleaning machines | Hand wash only (industrial washing may damage) |
| Best Use Case | Living rooms, high-traffic areas | Luxury spaces: hotels, banquet halls, villas |
| Price Range | More affordable among machine-made rugs | Highest price in machine-made rug category |
| Target Audience | Families, everyday use | Luxury lovers, collectors, export markets |
Which Rug Is More Appropriate for You?
In the first glance, you would conclude that 1200-reed acrylic rugs are more appropriate for areas with high foot traffic and 1700-reed silk rugs are better for luxurious areas such as hotels and dining rooms. However, you need to consider some other factors, too. Although machine-made silk rugs are much less expensive than handmade silk rugs, they are still costly for machine-made rug consumers. In other words, the machine-made silk rugs with 1700 reeds per meter have the highest prices in the range of machine-made rugs made of various pile yarn materials such as polypropylene, BCF, and acrylic. Durability is also important. Acrylic rugs are much more washable than so-called machine-made silk rugs. Shahrokh silk rugs can be washed by hand with its own washing instructions. However, they cannot be washed by machinery. To put it simply, you will ruin the whole silk rug if you get it washed by industrial rug washing companies.
Conclusion
Luxury, elegance, and craftsmanship reach their peak in Shahrokh’s 1700-Reed rugs, while durability and practicality are embodied in our 1200-Reed collection. Together, they offer the perfect balance of beauty and longevity—ideal both for stylish modern homes and international markets.
- For a closer look, visit our Catalog of Rugs and find the design that best matches your taste.
- If you are a wholesaler or exporter, head over to our Wholesale Rugs for Sale page or contact our sales team directly to place bulk orders.
- For information and orders regarding Shahrokh machine-made rug exports, visit our Export Rugs for Sale page.
FAQ
Are 1200-reed rugs appropriate for areas with high foot traffic?
Definitely. They are washable and durable. Their pile yarns are flexible and do not get stiff after years of walking on them.
Which one is better? 1200-reed or 1700-reed rugs?
The answer depends on your purpose. If you need a washable, durable rug for areas with high foot traffic, the 120—reed acrylic rugs are better. However, if you need a luxurious rug, you won’t find anything better than Shahrokh silk rugs in the realm of machine-made rugs.
What are the differences between 1200-reed and 1700-reed rugs?
The 1700-reed rugs have higher knot density and therefore are more delicate. They are also softer and brighter. In general, 1700-reed rugs made of viscose look much more beautiful than 1200-reed acrylic rugs.
