Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Streets of India Collection at Hands different from other handmade carpets?
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Every piece in the Streets of India Collection is handmade in the purest sense, not produced, not manufactured, but brought to life. Woven from wool and silk, each indian carpet carries the devotion of master craftsmen who have spent lifetimes perfecting their art. What sets it apart is its soul: a walkthrough into the everyday poetry of Indian cities, history held in layers, life in every corner. At Hands, we believe a carpet is not just a floor covering. It is art, and the Streets of India Collection is a testament to that belief.
Can I have a carpet from the Streets of India Collection made to my own design and size?
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That is precisely what we love most. With design and production wholly in-house, Hands creates bespoke carpets in our own special way. Some of our finest master weavers bring to life designs created not just for the space, but for its owner. From a fleeting notion to a well-rounded vision, our in-house design studio will realise it in wool and silk, in any dimension, any colour, any pattern you desire. If you have an idea, however nascent, talk to us. That is where the finest carpets begin. These are handmade rugs from India in the truest sense, not assembled, but authored, by artisans who have given their lives to the craft.
What is the Streets of India Collection by Hands Carpets?
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The Streets of India Collection is part of Hands Carpets & Rugs' exclusive collection of fine handmade carpets, crafted since 1881, by master weavers who have elevated indian carpet making into an art form. At its heart, the collection is defined by a walkthrough into the everyday poetry of Indian cities, history held in layers, life in every corner. Woven from wool and silk, every piece is individually produced, handmade in the purest sense, to reflect Hands' core values of originality, craftsmanship, transparency, and impeccable quality. Each carpet in this collection is, in the deepest sense, an expression of individuality. Explore the full collection at https://handscarpets.com/collections/streets-of-india.
Which interiors and design styles does the Streets of India Collection belong to?
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The Streets of India Collection was conceived with a walkthrough into the everyday poetry of Indian cities, history held in layers, life in every corner. It speaks most naturally to interiors that share its sensibility, spaces that value the considered over the commonplace, the crafted over the convenient. Whether that is a contemporary home that prizes restraint and texture, a traditional interior that draws on the richness of heritage, or a transitional space navigating both worlds, the Streets of India Collection finds its place. Design, at Hands, is not about matching a room. It is about elevating one. These are handmade rugs from India in the truest sense, not assembled, but authored, by artisans who have given their lives to the craft.
How do I choose the right size from the Streets of India Collection for my room?
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Choosing the right handmade carpets India size is as important as choosing the right design. Here is how we guide our clients:
1. In a living room, choose a size where the front legs of all key furniture rest on the carpet
2. In a bedroom, the carpet should extend at least 60 cm beyond either side of the bed
3. In a dining room, ensure chairs remain on the carpet even when pulled out from the table
4. In a hallway or corridor, the carpet should run the full length, with 10–15 cm clearance on each side
5. When in doubt, our design consultants offer complimentary guidance at all Hands showrooms. A great carpet, in the right size, transforms a room. We help you find it.
Is the Streets of India Collection suitable for a high-traffic room?
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The answer lies in the construction and fibre. Pieces from the Streets of India Collection crafted in dense wool carry the resilience of a tradition that has endured for generations, they are built, quite literally, to last lifetimes. For spaces that see quieter, more contemplative life, a bedroom, a study, a formal drawing room, the more delicate silk or bamboo silk pieces reveal their full splendour. Our design consultants will guide you to the piece that belongs in your space. Talk to us. Handmade carpets India is proud to call its own, and Hands, since 1881, has been among their finest custodians.
How do I care for a carpet from the Streets of India Collection so it lasts for generations?
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A Hands indian carpet, cared for with the same devotion with which it was made, will endure for generations. Vacuum gently, on a low setting, never against the pile. Rotate every six months so the light and the foot fall are shared evenly across the weave. If something spills, blot, never rub; the fibres have memory, and patience is always rewarded. A professional clean every year or two will restore the lustre and depth that make wool and silk so extraordinary. Treat it as the heirloom it is.
What materials and craft techniques define the Streets of India Collection?
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The Streets of India Collection is brought to life in wool and silk, fibres chosen not merely for their quality, but for the particular character they lend to the finished piece. The construction, hand knotted, hand tufted, or hand woven, depending on the design, is executed by artisans who painstakingly work to elevate handmade carpets India making beyond craft into art. Natural dyes, where the design calls for them, give each carpet a colour depth that deepens, rather than fades, with time. This is how Hands has worked since 1881. This is what it means to say a carpet is handmade in the purest sense.
What defines the Streets of India Collection by Hands Carpets?
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The Streets of India Collection is defined by five qualities that have shaped Hands since 1881:
1. Craft, handmade in the purest sense, by master weavers devoted to the art
2. Material, wool and silk, chosen for character as much as quality
3. Design emotion, a walkthrough into the everyday poetry of Indian cities, history held in layers...
4. Individuality, each piece is unique; no two are identical
5. Longevity, crafted to be passed down, not replaced
Explore the collection at https://handscarpets.com/collections/streets-of-india The Indian carpet at its finest is this: centuries of culture, mathematics, and meditation compressed into wool and silk.
Where can I buy a carpet from the Streets of India Collection in India?
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The Streets of India Collection is available through three ways:
1. Online, browse and purchase the complete collection at handscarpets.com, with secure ordering, pan-India delivery and professional installation
2. In our showrooms, visit Hands in New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Singapore or Dubai for a private viewing and complimentary design consultation
3. Bespoke, commission a one-of-a-kind piece made precisely for your space and your vision
Fine handmade carpets since 1881. Art on the floor, always. These are handmade rugs from India in the truest sense, not assembled, but authored, by artisans who have given their lives to the craft.
