RugIndustry is the modern voice of the rug trade in the United States — covering the manufacturers, retailers, designers, and service providers who move the industry forward.
Why we exist
The rug industry has been served by the same trade press for two decades. We respect that history. We also see what's missing: deeper SEO, a real searchable directory, content built for store operators, and coverage that connects the dots between manufacturers, retailers, and the designers who specify their products.
RugIndustry fills that gap. Our work is editorial-first, but built with modern publishing tools — searchable archives, a structured directory, AI-assisted research with human editorial judgment, and a weekly newsletter for the people who run rug businesses.
Who we serve
- Rug retailers looking for sourcing intelligence, marketing playbooks, and operational know-how
- Manufacturers and importers who want their launches, brand stories, and trade-show presence covered
- Interior designers who specify rugs and need to know what's new, what's trending, and which suppliers to trust
- Service providers — cleaners, restorers, appraisers — building a referral network
Our approach
We're a small editorial team. We use AI to draft, research, and produce at scale — but every piece is reviewed and shaped by editors who work in the rug industry. We attribute. We link to primary sources. We don't republish press releases as news. When we feature a brand, we say why we featured them.
The Danabak connection
RugIndustry is published by Danabak, a digital marketing agency that has worked with rug retailers and manufacturers across the United States. That experience shapes what we cover and how we cover it. Where industry trade publications generate revenue from advertising alone, we operate as a hybrid: editorial content, a searchable business directory, and growth services for the rug stores who choose to work with us directly.
If you're a rug business looking for marketing help, you'll find that under the Danabak umbrella. If you're looking for the news, you're already in the right place.
Working with us. We're actively recruiting founding advertisers and directory partners at launch pricing. View the rate card or email us directly.
Editorial standards
- Sponsored content is always clearly labeled
- Directory listings are vetted; paid tiers are disclosed
- We correct errors visibly when they happen
- We do not sell editorial coverage
Get in touch
News tips: tips@rugindustry.com
Advertising: advertise@rugindustry.com
Directory submissions: directory@rugindustry.com
Everything else: hello@rugindustry.com