Natural Fibres Synthetic Fibres

Cotton

A natural soft fibre. Sometimes used as a thread for the base of a rug. Easy to clean and maintain.

Wool

The most commonly used natural fibre in rug production. Fibre diameter is the single most important wool characteristic which helps to determine the overall price and quality of the rug. Wool rugs will shed over time.

Jute

A strong coarse natural fibre, derived from plants in the Corchorus family, commonly used to make burlap.

LEATHER & HIDES

Real leather and imitation leather (or PU) is used to make rugs. These are usually remnant of full-piece skins sewn together to produce varying qualities of rugs. Cow hides are animal skins which have gone through similar processing and tanning, making them great floor coverings.

Chindi

Chindi rugs are handmade in India from recycled jute and cotton. This makes every rug unique with a mix of bright and beautiful colours.

Acrylic

This fibre is durable but not as strong as other synthetics. Most commonly blended with other fibres like polyester (this is called a poly-acrylic blend).

Polypropylene

Easy to maintain, highly durable, and is able to take on bold colouration. Most commonly used in machine-made rugs. A synthetic fibre is used in indoor/outdoor rugs for its UV, mildew, and waterresistant traits.

Polyester

Wears well and feels very soft - especially when used for rugs with a thick pile. Moisture, stain, and abrasion-resistant. Retains colour over time and is very easy to clean.