However, in the mid-19th Century, sweeping floors, and beating rugs, and carpets would be done by the women of the household. In the 1850’s not everybody could afford expensive rugs, so many would make their own rugs out of scrap pieces of material (called rag rugs). Even a small r...
The suite boats a large dressing area, as well as closets, cabinets, a large en suite bathroom with a large jetted tub, a shower and a private toilet room. The stateroom also features luxurious linens, sumptuous silk carpets, and leather-clad walls. There are a private seating area and a...
If people were fortunate enough to own rugs, cleaning such carpets or rugs was no easy task. To clean the rug/carpet you would take the rug outside, hang it over a fence, and then beat it with a carpet/rug beater (a handle and large flat paddle, usually made of cane-shaped in a ...
For those interested in traditional Georgian crafts, a visit to Old Carpets & Kilims is a must, where you can find a wide range of exquisite carpets and kilims. Aka Group Travel and Aversi are also nearby, offering convenience for any travel or healthcare needs. Lastly, don't forget to...
A refurbishment in January 2015 saw the addition of nine single cabins while carpets, mattresses and paint work were replaced or refreshed. Eight new Internet stations were added to the upper floor of the library and awnings were installed at the back of the Lido and Upper Grill Terrace. Like...
The walls will remain, but a lot of floors, counters and doors will be replaced with new carpets, new electrical, a reorganizing of the work stations, and a redesign of the reception to create more space. Space is also being renovated at Monterey Recreation Centre to accommodate Oak Bay Vol...