Hand-spun wool knotted by hand, or jute woven by hand. Both come as a rug 250x300, and they have almost nothing in common.
The format is nearly square, roughly 8ft 2in by 9ft 10in. It suits living rooms that are wider than they are deep, where a long rectangle would look like a strip in front of the sofa. With a corner sofa, both sides rest their front feet on it.
Jute or wool for a 250x300 rug
Nele is handwoven jute. Jute is firm and natural, at home in a Scandinavian scheme with oak and pale walls. Crumbs stay on the surface and come up with one pass of the vacuum. Tabriz Mahi is knotted by hand in India from hand-spun wool, so the colour shifts slightly across the pile. No two pieces look quite alike. More sheep's wool designs are on our wool rugs page.
Under a dining table, allow about 60 cm on every side. That leaves room for a table up to around 130 x 180 cm. On wooden floors a non-slip underlay keeps a rug of this weight from creeping when chairs are pulled in and out at every meal.
Other sizes
- 250x350 rug for a longer room
- rug 240x340 if it is a little narrower
- rug 250x250 for a true square
- 170x240 rug for a smaller lounge
See all lounge sizes on rugs for living room.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tabriz Mahi really hand-knotted?
Yes, according to the product page it is knotted by hand in India from 100 % hand-spun wool.
Should I rotate it?
Once a year, half a turn. Wear from footsteps spreads more evenly. It is easier with two people.