Have you ever wondered how area rugs have moved from what they were centuries ago to the unique pieces of interior home decor they are today? The history of area rugs may not be something you’ve ever really stopped to think about before, but there’s actually a lot to learn about the past from examining the area rugs that have come throughout the ages. Long ago, rugs were specifically only used for beneficial purposes, but now, we even have eco-friendly area rugs as an option, among the wide variety of other types of rugs out there. So how did we get to this point? What were area rugs like a long time ago? In this article, we’ll help you learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your rugs’ history.