The Arraiolos tapestry has its roots in the time when the south of Portugal was an Arab domain. For centuries this kind of tapestry was a local activity done only for the use of the people in the region. The main centre of this activity was the beautiful village of Arraiolos. Only in the XVII century did the European and Portuguese nobility discover the Arraiolos Rugs as a valuable and cosy piece of decoration for their palaces.

In present days the Arraiolos Rugs are chosen by the great international decorators for modern houses, and have become very popular in a great number of homes, for their beauty and ancient origins.

A good Arraiolos Rug is completely handmade so it became very expensive, not only because of the time it takes, but also for the wool and jute fabric needed. However, with the recent appearance of magazines with photos and drawings, it is possible and very easy to manufacture your own rug.

The chance of doing your own rug is the only way by which a lot of people may actually possess such a fine piece of decoration. Allowing people to do an Arraiolos Rug of quality, at low prices is the main goal of Serranofil, who is a pioneer in the sale of materials and in the publishing of classical as well as new designs.

Established since the beginning of the XX century. Our shop will soon celebrate its 100th year. We have been selling wool and jute clothe for Arraiolos Rugs for a long time. We are very proud to be the oldest and probably the biggest house in this business. Among our customers we have the best Portuguese craftsman and we supply orders to a lot of countries where there are Portuguese communities who know this art.

Only with our experience is it possible to select the right wool and the right jute cloth to make an authentic Arraiolos Rug. The quality of these materials is the main secret to achieve a good and valuable rug.

The wool and jute cloth of Serranofil are specially selected and produced to be used in the production of Arraiolos Rugs. Only with this kind of material is it possible to make a rug which will be a true family heirloom.