Generally the most expensive type of rug, hand knotted rugs, are inspired by classic Persian, tribal, and contemporary design motifs. Among their major characteristics are meticulous workmanship, the finest quality wool and silk yarns, a high number of knots per square inch, and numerous designs and color combinations.
Indo-Nepalese rugs are a distinctive type of hand knotted carpets floor covering that was brought to India by Tibetan refugees. These wool pile carpets are deeply influenced by Buddhist arts and motifs, as well as traditional Chinese motifs. Hand knotted rugs have a low to medium knot density, and their handmade embroidery and intricate weaves, coupled with a unique knotting style, give them a lustrous look.
Another type of hand knotted rugs in India, Staple/Synthetic, is woven of a synthetic fabric that has the feel of silk and a high knot count imparting an esthetic quality to both classic and contemporary designs.