Carpet-making is one of the oldest known crafts. Weaving is our inheritance from our ancestors, a tradition handed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. The origins of the weaving techniques used to craft our rugs can be traced to ancient civilizations when nomads utilized hand-woven textiles to insulate their tents against the cold. To this date, the basic elements required for making a rug have changed remarkably little since the earliest rugs and textiles were made.
Rugs have always been made on a loom, of which there are two kinds: horizontal and vertical. The loom acts as a frame on to which the warp threads (usually made of cotton or wool) are secured longitudinally. The weft yarns are then passed over and under the warps at a ninety-degree angle. In common with looms, tools and other equipment, the materials used in rug-making have changed little over the centuries. Warps and wefts are still made from traditional materials, such as wool, cotton, linen or goat hair.
Today, with a production that only employs horizontal looms and primarily focused on flatweaves, West12 passionately embraces the essence of artisanal craftsmanship. While incorporating technology and innovation to the necessary degree to ensure quality and durability of our products, West12 remains true to the rich heritage of traditional rug-making.
Leveraging its rich Italian savoir-faire, West12 specializes in serving the interior industry with quality textiles of enduring value that withstand the test of time. Our weaving expertise extends from producing the finest rugs carefully crafted transforming natural fibers into premium yarns to encompass high-end textiles and bespoke services to meet our clients’ vision.
