Comstock's magazine 1119 - November 2019 | Page 8

Mansour’s Oriental Rug Gallery CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN BUSINESS A visit to Mansour’s Oriental Rug Gallery gorgeous rug that will match our client’s can only be described as a colorful aesthetics and décor, as well as stand the test of experience. With two locations, in time,” says Mansour. Sacramento and Roseville, the gallery carries the largest selection of Oriental and Persian rugs in Northern California. Owner, and third- generation rug expert Mansour Yaghoubian, describes the handmade rugs they carry as timeless, magnificent works of art. Perhaps one of the most exceptional services Mansour offers his clientele is the chance to see how the rug looks in their home before buying it. Mansour not only makes home deliveries, he also personally meets with his clients so he can better understand their particular tastes and “Between our two galleries, we offer nearly preferences. “Understanding our clients’ needs 8,000 rugs that come in a wide array of shapes, is important. Once we learn more about their sizes, rich colors and luxurious textures,” says homes and what type of designs and colors they Mansour Yaghoubian. “Not only do we offer are attracted to, I can suggest pieces from my the best selection of high quality rugs, we also collection,” says Mansour. provide outstanding customer service. In our business, both quality and expertise are our highest priorities.” His business philosophy of excellence has served him well. This year Mansour’s Oriental Rug Gallery celebrates 40 years in business; Mansour travels abroad twice a year to buy rugs a testament to the client service, attention to from places such as India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, detail and expertise that Mansour and his team China, Iran and Turkey. With an astute eye for offer customers. “I love this business, and I both quality and beauty, he personally selects love our clients,” he continues. “Buying a rug each of the silk and wool Oriental rugs, tapestries should be an experience. People should feel the and ottomans in his collection. Mansour chooses material between their fingers and under their pieces with prized urban and tribal designs feet. A beautiful rug is like a timeless piece of art and motifs, as well as unique and personally on the floor.” commissioned works. Looking ahead, Mansour will continue to offer The gallery offers rugs that range in size from only the finest, handmade products. While he one square foot, up to palace size – 22 by 33 feet. still specializes in custom, traditional rugs, he Rug shapes include round, square, rectangular, has also added more modern pieces to meet the octagonal and almost any shape imaginable or needs and preferences of his clients. Mansour desired by the gallery’s clientele. Mansour’s also takes seriously his mission to provide the perfect offers a variety of rug services, such as appraisals, hand-woven rug for each and every customer. cleaning and repair. “I love the joy of being able to help my clients “At Mansour’s, we pride ourselves on exceeding make their homes warm and beautiful. That’s our client’s expectations. This means no matter why I plan to be in business for many more years the shape or size, we can find a high-quality, to come,” says Mansour.