From Rug Auctions To One Of Perth’s Largest Handmade Rug Showrooms

Long before online shopping became the preferred way to buy rugs across Australia, handmade Persian and Oriental rugs were often discovered through specialist wholesalers, liquidation events, and traditional auction houses.

The story behind Persian Rug Warehouse WA began through exactly that side of the industry.

Founder Ali Aghapour spent many years working within the wholesale and rug liquidation sector, supplying and sourcing authentic handmade rugs from Persia, Afghanistan, Turkey, India, and surrounding weaving regions. Over the years, strong relationships were built with importers, collectors, estate sellers, and auction houses throughout Australia.

During this period, Persian Rug Warehouse WA became involved in numerous rug liquidation events and auction sales, including regular collaborations with well-known Perth auction houses such as Donelly Auctions. These events attracted collectors, interior designers, rug enthusiasts, and homeowners searching for genuine handmade rugs at competitive prices.

A Long History In Handmade Rugs

For decades, handmade rugs have remained more than simply floor coverings. Authentic Persian and Oriental rugs are often viewed as functional artworks — each one individually hand knotted and unique in design, colour, and craftsmanship.

Many of the rugs sourced through auctions and liquidation events included:

• Traditional Persian rugs
• Afghan tribal rugs
• Vintage and antique rugs
• Hallway runners
• Oversized room-size rugs
• Fine wool and silk rugs
• Collector and investment pieces

This experience helped shape the foundation of what later became one of Perth’s most recognised destinations for handmade rugs.

The Evolution Of ShopARug

As customer buying habits changed across Australia, the handmade rug industry also evolved. Buyers increasingly wanted the convenience of online shopping while still dealing with experienced specialists who genuinely understood handmade rugs.

This led to the creation of ShopARug , allowing customers across Australia to browse and purchase authentic handmade rugs online with free Australia-wide shipping.

Today, customers can explore a large collection of:

• Persian rugs
• hall runners
• Afghan Chobi rugs
• Vintage rugs
• Silk and wool rugs
• Traditional Oriental rugs
• Large room-size rugs

At the same time, the physical showroom at Persian Rug Warehouse WA continues to provide customers with the opportunity to experience the rugs in person before purchasing.

The Future Of Online Rug Auctions In Australia

After years of experience working with rug auctions and liquidation events, we are excited to announce plans to introduce online handmade rug auctions through ShopARug in the near future.

The goal is to combine traditional rug auction excitement with the convenience of modern online bidding. Customers Australia-wide will have the opportunity to bid on carefully selected handmade rugs directly through ShopARug.

Importantly, buyers will also have access to in-person viewing appointments at Persian Rug Warehouse WA in Booragoon, Perth before auction events take place.

This approach offers something unique — combining online convenience with the confidence of physically inspecting genuine handmade rugs beforehand.

Why Handmade Rug Auctions Continue To Attract Buyers

Unlike mass-produced machine-made rugs, genuine handmade rugs are individually crafted over many months, and sometimes years, by skilled artisans. No two rugs are ever exactly the same.

This uniqueness continues to attract collectors and homeowners searching for one-of-a-kind pieces with character, craftsmanship, and history.

Many buyers also appreciate the opportunity to purchase rugs directly from specialists with long-standing industry experience rather than traditional high street retail environments.

Visit Persian Rug Warehouse WA

If you are searching for rugs in Perth , Persian Rug Warehouse WA features one of the largest collections of handmade rugs in Western Australia.

Whether you are looking for a traditional Persian rug, a hallway runner, an Afghan tribal rug, or a future auction piece, our showroom and online store continue to offer carefully selected handmade rugs sourced from around the world.

You can also browse our full online range of handmade rugs online with free shipping available Australia-wide.

Persian Rug Warehouse WA
1/7 Pitt Way, Booragoon WA 6154
www.shoparug.com.au

Final Thoughts

From traditional rug auctions and liquidation events to one of Perth’s leading handmade rug destinations, the journey behind Persian Rug Warehouse WA has always centred around genuine handmade rugs, industry experience, and direct access to quality pieces.

As we prepare for the next chapter with upcoming online rug auctions through ShopARug, we look forward to continuing that tradition for customers throughout Perth and across Australia.