About Us
The Addison Dicus Company was founded in 1983. Its founder, Gary Dicus, was a sales person for a regional carpet distributor. That company catered primarily to the retail carpet dealer.
Blogs
50-Year Old Loom to Revolutionize Rug Making
Up until now, machine-made rugs have poorly measured up to those made by hand.
Signs of Big Changes in Fine Rug Making
Now for the first time in thousands of years, gradually, very gradually the hand-knotted rug industry is showing signs of change.
How to Make a Wood Floor Last Forever
It is said that the wood lives and breathes. This very high traffic floor at Addison/Dicus demonstrates that, especially compared to the polyurethane finished floor.
New for the New Year
So this end-of-the-year email is mostly pictures. Simple.
These are all new rugs. They are available in standard sizes. Scroll through and enjoy.
Rug Buying Trip to India
Addison/Dicus & Bailey sources rugs from many weavers.
And it's our policy to go in person to meet weavers on their turf.
Although there are booths by the hundreds and rugs by the thousands at the Varanasi Rug Show, you can find a lot about recent pricing trends and maybe fall in love with some new creations.
Bold Creativity at NY Rug Show
The New York Rug Show displayed a burst of creative energy. There were ideas that we have not see before. Fun to see what will sell.
Floor Covering Warranties - The Facts
The concept of “warranty” can be deceptive. Don’t be deceived.
Nepal Holiday to Delay Special Rug Orders
From Oct 1 through Nov. 7 all Nepalese rug manufacturing stops to celebrate the Dashain Festival.
When to Use a Tufted Rug
When do you want to use a tufted rug?
When your budget calls for it.
More Custom Carpets and Masterful Stair Runners
At Dicus Ford, the installation company of Addison/Dicus & Bailey, long time installer Bob Ford Jr. is really good at making custom carpets and making them look great.
