Rug dealers and manufacturers

The small dealer, naturally, has a limited selection of mer­chandise. Whether it is the type that appeals to you or not, it represents what the majority of his customers want.

Like the bigger stores, however, he can always place special orders with at least one manufacturer, and should carry a good selection of samples.

Some manufacturers limit their outlets to one, two, or a few stores in each community, depending on its size. So you will often find different floorcoverings in different stores and you may have to do some shopping to get just what you want, even though it is not unique or unusual.