How to ship a handmade rug safely

Steps

• Vacuum and make sure it is fully dry
• Roll pile-in along the length, not folded
• Wrap in cotton sheet, then polythene
• Label with dimensions and declared value
• Keep photos of condition before dispatch

Customs

Declare origin honestly. Some countries restrict goods of Iranian origin; check current rules before buying.

A note on this guide

This guide is general information from the CraftPersia editorial team and has not been reviewed by a specialist. Prices, workshop locations and practices change; check current details before travelling or buying.