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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.


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!


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.


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.)


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.


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.


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 Solids and Handloom Rugs
Wool area rug, 'Zapotec World' (2x3)





By Francine
Memories of Home
The Artist Alfredo Ruiz created this beautiful rug, which will be hung on the wall at my daughters home. She said it is too beautiful to use as a rug on the floor! The blessings this rug have given our family are without count. It is also a talisman that we will be able to visit home in Oaxaca one day. Maybe then we will meet Alfredo too! Thank you for the beautiful art work!
Wool area rug, 'Zapotec Stripes' (2.5x5)





By Alice22
Love this rug!
Love this rug. It looks perfect in my kitchen and compliments my antique stove and early American theme.
Popular Solids and Handloom Rugs
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Handwoven 2.5x5 Striped Wool Zapotec Area Rug from Mexico, "Zapotec Stripes"
$179.99Magnificent earth tones that capture the beauty of the Mexican countryside are achieved with natural dyes to create stripes along this Zapotec area rug. Gregorio Ruiz of the Ruiz Bazan family designs the rug, which is woven by hand of wool on an artisanal loom. He adds geometric designs that accentuate the stripes for a home accent that brings the spirit of Oaxaca to your home. The rectangular rug is finished with fringes at each end.
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Earth-Tone Geometric Wool Dhurrie Rug from India (3x5, 5x8), "Geometric Homestead"
$209.99The perfect addition to your homestead, this handwoven wool area rug features earth-tone geometric motifs for an elegant aesthetic. Sonik Sethi presents the rug, crafted by local artisans. The dhurrie is completed with petite fringe work at the ends.
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Geometric Design Wool Dhurrie Rug in Red and Wine Hues, "Geometric Illusion in Red"
$162.99Woven of wool on a cotton warp using a traditional handloom, this dhurrie rug is designed by India's Sowalayha Siddiqui. Rich reds ranging from geranium red to deep maroon form pleasing geometric patterns. Such rugs can take as many as four or five days to complete.
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Garden Motif Cotton Area Rug in Azure from India (4x6), "Azure Garden"
$109.99Evoking a garden, elegant vine motifs in azure and snow white are framed by a patterned border. Sonik Sethi presents this Indian area rug, which is carefully woven by hand from cotton on a traditional loom. Petite fringe work decorates each end of this rug.