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Rug Materials and Borders

Natural Fiber Custom Rug

Natural fibers

Natural fiber and area rugs provide an organic layer for any room in your home. These floor rugs are durable for high-traffic areas like entryways and living rooms. Many jute and sisal rugs feature a low-pile construction, making them ideal for layering under your favorite patterned area rug. A wool rug can withstand heavy traffic, kids, and pets. These natural fiber rugs are ideal for those wanting something soft and plush underfoot that is long-lasting and low maintenance.

Natural Fiber Jute Custom Rug

Jute

The silky fibers and natural color variations of jute create a dimensional rug with an earthy texture.

Benefits: Jute is an Eco-friendly alternative. It has a thick and inviting texture underfoot.

Works well in: Interior spaces like living rooms, sitting rooms and bedrooms.

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Natural Fiber Seagrass Custom Rug

Seagrass

Seagrass is an eco-friendly, renewable product.

Benefits: Neutral rich tones and comfortable fibers make seagrass a popular option.

Works well In: Interior spaces like entryways, living rooms and family rooms

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Natural Fiber Sisal Custom Rug

Sisal

A popular and naturally beautiful fiber for area rugs.

Benefits: Natural rich tones, textures and patterns. This rug is ideal for bringing in natural elements into your design home.

Works well In: High traffic areas like living rooms, hallways and home offices.

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Natural Fiber Wool Custom Rug

Wool

Wool is a renewable fiber with natural insulating qualities and is offered in colors and designs for all styles from traditional to modern

Benefits: Durable and comfortable wool means long-lasting, well-loved rugs. The myriad styles, colors, patterns and structures available make it easy to find a perfect match.

Works well In: Interior spaces, like bedrooms, living rooms, family rooms, and hallways

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Synthetic Fiber Custom Rug

Synthetic Fibers

Synthetic fibers include manufactured materials like nylon and polypropylene, they are durable and easy to clean, which is why they are often suitable for both commercial and residential settings. They also offer many stylistic advantages including a variety of colors, patterns and textures.

Polypropylene Fiber Custom Rug

Polypropylene

A polypropylene rug is perfect for inside or outside spaces, styles include natural fiber looking rugs, to bold graphic patterns and colors.

Benefits: Indoor/Outdoor Polypropylene rugs are easy to clean and ideal for families with kids or pets.

Works best In: Outdoor spaces, High traffic areas like kitchens, craft rooms, playrooms, hallways, entryways.

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Nylon Fiber Custom Rug

Nylon

This material is strong, durable and very versatile and resists soiling or staining.

Benefits: Indoor/Outdoor Polypropylene rugs are easy to clean and ideal for families with kids or pets.

Works best In: Busy high traffic areas like family rooms, playrooms, hallways, and kids rooms

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Poly Silk Fiber Custom Rug

Poly Silk

The look and feel of soft wool but with easy to care for

Benefits: Poly silk rugs are durable and stylish and offer mold and mildew resistance.

Works well In: Living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms.

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Custom Rug Border and Edging

Borders and Edging

A border enhances your rugs appearance and prolongs the life of your rug. A canvas border will let you choose between a mitered or lapped corner. Please note not all of our materials come with these options.

Serged

Serging is our recommended choice for most rugs. We use wool thread and stitch the border.

Canvas

100% cotton canvas border with blind (hidden) stitching. The corners are available in either lapped or mitered finishes with various widths ranging from 1/2" to 2 1/2".

Barely There

Narrow cotton binding stitched around the perimeter of the rug. Minimal amount of material showing on the face of the rug to create an elegant and understated finish.

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