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Majestic Fantasy
Floral Wool Area Rug (5x8) Hand-Tufted in India
Majestic Fantasy, Floral Wool Area Rug (5x8) Hand-Tufted in India
Gopal Khaitan
Indian artisan Gopal Khaitan presents this fantastic area rug, hand-tufted of wool to evoke a majestic world. Multicolored geometric motifs and zigzag patterns are carefully realized by hand in a... read more$588.34CADArtist: Gopal Khaitan
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Desert Oasis
Hand Woven Jute Indian Dhurrie Runner (2.5x7.5)
Desert Oasis, Hand Woven Jute Indian Dhurrie Runner (2.5x7.5)
Sonik Sethi
Diamonds in coral, black and beige evoke clusters of palm trees in a lush desert oasis. From Sonik Sethi, the jute runner is woven by hand with a wool warp. It exemplifies India's ancient dhurrie rug... read more$179.27CADArtist: Sonik Sethi
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India Majesty
Handwoven Jute Dhurrie Runner with Herbal Dyes (2.5 x 8)
India Majesty, Handwoven Jute Dhurrie Runner with Herbal Dyes (2.5 x 8)
Sonik Sethi
Woven on a traditional loom with a wool warp, this jute runner rug displays a colorful geometrical fantasy. Sonik Sethi presents this rug where natural herb colors bring to life a variety of... read more$192.15CADArtist: Sonik Sethi
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Persian Floral Grandeur
Maroon and Gold Floral Leaf Hand Tufted Wool Area Rug 5x8
Persian Floral Grandeur, Maroon and Gold Floral Leaf Hand Tufted Wool Area Rug 5x8
Gopal Khaitan
Add sophisticated style to any room with this gorgeous hand tufted wool rug. Presented by India's Gopal Khaitan, this rug features a floral and leaf motif in vibrant hues of russet, gold, cream and... read more$524.95CADArtist: Gopal Khaitan
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Floral Medley
Floral Hand Knotted Wool Viscose Rectangle Area Rug (5x8)
Floral Medley, Floral Hand Knotted Wool Viscose Rectangle Area Rug (5x8)
Gopal Khaitan
Add sophisticated style to any room with this gorgeous hand-knotted wool and viscose rug. Presented by India's Gopal Khaitan, this rug features a floral motif in vibrant hues of citron, laurel green... read more$939.97CADArtist: Gopal Khaitan
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Exciting Vintage
4x6 Handwoven Multicolored Wool Dhurrie Rug from India
Exciting Vintage, 4x6 Handwoven Multicolored Wool Dhurrie Rug from India
Sonik Sethi
Blending a vintage aesthetic with contemporary designs, this Indian dhurrie rug features eye-catching, colorful stripes, complete with geometric patterns and hourglass motifs that decorate the rug's... read more$210.96CAD$193.26CADArtist: Sonik Sethi
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Persian Splendor
Blue Beige Hand Knotted Wool Viscose Rectangle Area Rug
Persian Splendor, Blue Beige Hand Knotted Wool Viscose Rectangle Area Rug
Gopal Khaitan
Add sophisticated style to any room with this gorgeous hand-knotted wool and viscose rug. Presented by India's Gopal Khaitan, this rug features a floral motif in mesmerizing hues of beige and blue.$1,038.69CAD$1,036.04CADArtist: Gopal Khaitan
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Village Horizon
Orange Blue Hand Woven Dhurrie Wool Rug from India (4x6)
Village Horizon, Orange Blue Hand Woven Dhurrie Wool Rug from India (4x6)
Sonik Sethi
Orange and blue merge in a powerful contrast of colors in this 4 x 6 feet dhurrie rug from India's Sonik Sethi. The wool rug is woven on a traditional hand loom featuring slender lines in light and... read more$189.17CADArtist: Sonik Sethi
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Diamond Star
Hand Loomed Wool Area Rug Dhurrie from India 5x8 ft
Diamond Star, Hand Loomed Wool Area Rug Dhurrie from India 5x8 ft
Sonik Sethi
Diamond stars illuminate the blue morning sky in a magnificent composition from Sonik Sethi. The magnificent wool rug is woven with a cotton warp on a traditional loom, taking up to four days to... read more$256.53CADArtist: Sonik Sethi
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


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.
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