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Welcome to NOVICA’s Geometric Rugs collection! This vibrant group of area rugs will add a touch of color to any living space. Their geometric patterns can pull a room together, creating a sense of order and calm.
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Your answers straight from the village experts
Do most area rugs need a pad underneath?
Rug pads are great because they prevent slippage, prolong wear, protect the floor underneath, and provide additional comfort and quiet. That being said, most of our rugs do not actually require a pad underneath. Many, like those from the Andes, crafted with sheep wool and cotton, are durable and sturdy enough to be placed directly on the floor. But for enhanced protection and longevity, a rug pad is always a welcome addition.
Do area rugs absorb sound?
Area rugs are a design-friendly way to absorb sound and insulate a room. They are a wonderful way to reduce noise, as footsteps on a rug are more muted than on hardwood floors or tile, and they also dull ambient sounds. Additionally, they provide warmth and a general sense of well-being. Who doesnt love a good area rug!
How do I care for my area rug?
Most area rugs are easy to maintain with a few simple steps. For small stains and spills, you can spot clean with warm, soapy water. Never rub the affected area, always blot! You should vacuum your rugs to remove dirt and debris. And to ensure that rugs wear evenly, it is recommended to place a pad beneath them, and rotate them regularly. As with most vibrant works of art, direct sunlight may dull the colors. For more substantive cleaning, it is recommended that you dry clean your area rug.
Are there eco-friendly area rugs?
Were huge fans of eco-friendly everything! When it comes to area rugs, you can look for certain indicators that it is produced in a sustainable way that reduces our carbon footprint. Some artisans, like a handful of weavers from India, use recycled fabrics: cotton, rayon, and polyester. Others stress the use of natural dyes and ethically-sourced wool. (Wool is particularly celebrated for being recyclable, abundant, and naturally stain-resistant.)
Are any of your area rugs handmade?
Handmade, or footmade! Many of the weavers who produce area rugs use a pedal, or foot, loom. While they technically have the assistance of a machine--a treadle or handloom--its operation requires the dexterity, strength, coordination, and patience of the artisan. Additionally, most area rugs are finished by hand.
What are traditional methods of making area rugs?
Traditional area rugs are mostly woven on looms. Treadle, or foot, looms make use of pedals to lift and lower the looms harness. This raises the threads of the warp, so that the weft can pass through the opening in the threads. This type of loom is common in the Andes, Central America, as well as Mexico, and traces back to Mayan weavers in the period after the Spanish arrived. Elsewhere, such as India, handlooms are still used. The designs are mapped out in advance, and it takes about four to five days to complete a dhurrie, or traditional Indian floor covering. While the work to craft each of these rugs may be labor intensive, the beauty of the finished product makes it well worth the wait.
What materials are used to make area rugs?
While area rugs are handcrafted by artisans from all over the world, they share certain features in spite of their vastly different regions. From the Andes to Central America, Mexico to India, most artisans use some combination of sheep wool, cotton, and natural and industrial dyes. Some artisans, like those from India, may incorporate other materials, like jute, or recycled cotton, polyester, and rayon, into their works. Some of the Zapotec weavers in Mexico use dyes made from natural materials like walnut shell, cochineal, and flowers. With these materials, artisans create vibrant colors and authentic patterns, ideal for adding dimension and warmth to any home.
Featured Reviews on Geometric Rugs
Wool runner rug, 'Three Diamond Lane' (5 x 1.5 feet)
By Louise
Really gorgeous runner
This exquisite rug/runner is so well made. It will certainly become an important addition to our Central American art works.
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Zapotec wool rug, 'Midnight Blue' (2.5x5)
By Allene
Bedroom in Blues
I love the artistic beauty of this rug. The pattern with the colors chosen of deep blue stars in the midnight skies take you away to a different world. The rug is skillfully made with a perfect weave tight and precise. I love it.
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Zapotec wool rug, 'Red Fire Opal' (5x8)
By Tim
The living room Pops!
I just purchased three of these for my living room and they are all just fantastic looking. The colors are amazing, and they bring a real warmth to the room. They go very nice with everything, including new cork floor.
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Sonik Sethi Woven rugs and runners
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Write a review"I worked for more than seven years with handicrafts until I realized that this was my cup of tea."
"Hello! My name is Sonik Sethi and I come from a beautiful city where all traditions and cultures meet. As a child I was captivated by the beauty of handicrafts. As an adult, I worked for more than seven years with handicrafts until I realized that this was my cup of tea. My interest turned into a... read more
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Geometric Rugs
You may have seen the designs of these geometric rugs on the walls of ancient temples. Or you may get the sense, as your feet rest on one of these hand-woven area rugs, that you feel the order and symmetry of nature in the midst of its magnificent chaos. Our artisans bring geometry to home décor, as its power and harmonizing tendencies have been taught to them by their own ancestors, passed down from generation to generation. One of our cooperatives, Momosteco Weavers, depicts the image of a volcano in simple geometric shapes and lines. Another, Cerapio Vallejo, infuses his rug with the rich colors of the Andes mountain range. Whatever space you inhabit, we invite you to experience the harmony inspired by these beautiful geometric rug designs.
