General Rug Information

Last updated: 8th September 2021 Your home is a special place. It is where you spend a considerable amount of your time and therefore it can have a massive impact on your mood, energy levels and mental wellbeing.  So, it...

Last updated: 17th August 2021 Whether you've just moved into a brand new abode or you're redecorating your existing home, every room needs the little finishing touches that make it more enjoyable, aesthetically pleasing and reflective of your personality. One...

Rug making is among the most established of human industries, with many different varieties and techniques to be found all over the world. Nobody is really sure how old the art of rug making is, with some intact examples dating...

The Coronavirus Pandemic that spread rapidly throughout the world caused a dramatic shift in the way people shop. People moved, almost instantly in a lot of cases, to shopping for the items they need for their home online. Items which...

Picture the scene... You have spent months planning the changes you are going to make in certain rooms of your home. You may be looking to update your bedroom to incorporate a new design trend, or try and make your...

There are many reasons why you may choose to invest in a high quality rug for your home. Some people may be looking to purchase a shaggy rug for their living room, they may want a sisal rug for their...

One of the very important questions on a lot of people's minds at present is... will placing a rug on my underfloor heating affect anything? Or more to the point... Will the fact I have underfloor heating damage my rug...

Traditionally, spring cleaning is symbolic of new beginnings. However, this year, most of us are feeling sluggish as a result of having been cooped up for the most part of a year and unable to alleviate stress in the ways...

Cotton has always been a popular choice for rugs and carpets. Nowadays cotton rugs remain popular, often used in country-style decorating, especially in kitchens, porches and other smaller spaces. Considering buying a cotton rug for your home? Read our guide...

We all lead busy lives, so it’s always nice when we can spend less time cleaning and more time relaxing. This includes maintaining our furniture, and especially our much-loved rugs! In order to reduce the amount of time spent maintaining...

Offices can sometimes feel a little bare, so adding a rug is a great way to brighten up your work space. Not only do rugs add a burst of colour, but their 'homey' feel can really transform the atmosphere of...

Regular vacuuming is essential in maintaining your rug’s good looks and lifespan as ingrained dirt and grit can seriously damage rug fibres in addition to affecting colours and general appearance. Use a vacuum with strong suction to penetrate the pile...

Of the many interior design trends that have developed over the years, a potentially controversial trend, is that of bathroom rugs. Unless you have a vast bathroom with plenty of floor space away from the “danger zone” of being next...

Grey rugs can be a great and easy addition for the modern home. The neutral colour blends in with most room settings. It is also a very contemporary colour, matching in with the stainless steel gadgets and appliances our homes...

The sunshine is finally managing to fight off the winter cold. Summer is on the way! With summer (hopefully) comes strong sun with lots of powerful UV rays. When it comes to your skin you know the risks of UV...

Wool rugs are an excellent way to bring real luxury into a room, and they retain their quality appearance for years on end. However, like with any new rug, there are some rules that you must abide by when cleaning...

There are some excellent advantages to having sheepskins rug in your home. This addition can be used in a number of different settings and is a great way of including a soft to touch texture into your living space. Another...

Our spring sale for 2016 will help accommodate all tastes and budgets. We've popped together this quick list of 5 of our top rugs from this year’s sale. There’s something for everyone! 1. The Retreat range of space dyed wool...

Shaggy rugs can be a great addition to any home. They can make big open spaces feel cosy and snug or they can make small spaces seem more interesting and fun. However, the fluffy, luxurious pile of shaggy rugs is...

Are you a big fan of natural, environmentally friendly products? Then today’s blog post is definitely one for you. In our previous post we talked you through the differences between Seagrass and Hemp fibre rugs. Today we are looking at...