The Gangchen Distinction
Start with the best material and you get the best result. That's why Gangchens are made exclusively from the finest "Changphel" or Tibetan Highland Sheep Wool. Prized for its thick, long fiber, outstanding tensile strength, and high luster, this wool is absolutely the best for carpets.
Why so important? Because not all wool is created equal!
Equate using the best wood with its exquisite grain, like walnut, to create fine furniture, with the quality of the Tibetan Highland sheep wool used for creating Gangchen Carpets. Just as the grain is the distinguishing factor in contributing to the furniture's look and inherent value. The special quality of the wool in Gangchens is the factor that distinguishes an extraordinary Gangchen carpet from one that is ordinary.
Durability
Fibers are thick and long, averaging six inches in length. Exceptional thickness of fiber adds to the luster of the Gangchens. Intrinsically strong and resilient, the fiber imparts durability to the pile, enabling it to withstand abrasion through the life of the rug.
Luster
The cuticles or scale-like structures on the fibers of these Tibetan Highland sheep are larger than those found on other sheep.
Large scales mean a smoother surface, which is more reflective in light, better displaying the color and creating a splendid sheen and a radiant luster, unique to Gangchens alone.
Coloration
No other fiber takes and holds dye like Tibetan Highland sheep wool. Color actually seeps into the core of the fiber, dyeing from the inside out, so color is richer, more saturated, and more vibrant.
Gangchen designs are both timeless and timely! We think of it as a dynamic process that uses tradition to rejuvenate tradition!
