Visiting Love-Rugs Showroom in Glasgow From Paisley

Paisley has a rich heritage in textiles production, most famously associated with the intricate Paisley pattern. The town's textile history dates back to the late 17th century when it became a hub for weaving, particularly silk and cotton.

The Paisley shawl, adorned with the now-iconic teardrop motif, gained immense popularity in the 19th century. This distinctive pattern, originally influenced by Indian designs brought back by British soldiers, became synonymous with the town. The industrious weavers of Paisley adapted and refined these patterns, creating intricate designs that captured the fashion world’s attention.

Paisley's legacy in textiles is deeply embedded in its culture and economy. At its peak, the weaving industry employed thousands, and the term "Paisley pattern" became internationally recognised, a testament to the town’s influence on textile design.

Today, Paisley’s rich history in textiles continues to be celebrated, with local museums and historic sites preserving this heritage. As you travel from Paisley to Glasgow to visit our rug store, you'll be connecting the past craftsmanship of our town with the diverse range of rugs available in our showroom, blending tradition with contemporary style.

Getting Here From Paisley

Love-Rugs, Scotland's largest rug showroom is just a stones throw from Paisley.

A little over 15 minutes by car, and about 20 minutes by train is all it takes to visit Love-Rugs from the centre of Paisley. 

By Car

To visit Love-Rugs rug showroom from Paisley by car you should simply join the M8 east-bound towards Glasgow. As you approach the city centre, use the 2nd from the left lane to take the M74 exit towards M77/A8/Carlisle. 

Then use the 2nd from the left lane to turn slightly left onto the A8 slip road to Tradeston. As you leave the off-ramp turn right onto Paisley Rd/A8.

From here continue straight through a few sets of traffic lights until you see a railyway bridge after passing the new high-rise flats and Barclays development on your left, before the rail bridge turn left onto Commerce Street at the traffic lights and Love-Rugs will be on your right. 

By Train

From Paisley Gilmor Street simpy take a train from Platform 1 towards Glasgow Central. The train only takes 10 minutes and then as you exit towards Hope Street, continue walking south to Oswals Street, passing Motel One. Cross the road and foot bridge (King George V) with the Gala Casino on your right and as you exit the bridge Love-Rugs will be in the first block of railway arch shops under the Central Station line.