This guide contains instructions and tips for taking clear photographs of your rug. Photograph your rug or carpet in a clean and clutter-free area. Always handle your rug with clean, dry hands or wear gloves.

Lighting
Select an area with good, preferably natural light. You may consider photographing your rug outside or in a room with strong, natural indirect light.

Object Position
It is best to take large rugs outdoors and place them on a clean, dry surface, such as clean, dry pavement. If photographing indoors, remove furniture and other objects from the rug.

Camera Position
Make sure that the entire rug is in the frame. You may need to use a ladder to achieve the correct perspective. Avoid photographing the rug at a severe angle.

You should take the following photographs of your object:

1. Images of the Entire Front and Back
   Be sure that no parts are cropped out.
   
   
2. Close-up image of the back of an item with a quarter on the surface. The quarter helps experts determine the size of the weave.
   
3. Close-up images of interesting, detailed or beautiful areas
   
4. Close-up images of any dirt, repairs or other condition issues
   Accurately reporting condition issues is essential to successfully selling your property.
   
5. A close-up image of any labels