Soft, matt and flat-woven: that is how the Mia in green looks and feels, a cotton rug woven flat on a handloom in India.

• 100% cotton, pile and backing
• Handwoven kilim, flat weave
• Rectangular
• Made in India
• Fine over underfloor heating

Green with a mix of kilim textures makes a calm base for a room. In the living room it sits comfortably under a coffee table or beside a sofa, and the flat weave keeps it light enough to lift and shake out. Handwoven pieces can vary slightly in size from rug to rug.

The same flat surface helps in the kitchen, where a kitchen rug sees crumbs and quick footsteps. It also suits a child's room, so if you're browsing kids rugs or a nursery rug for playtime, this one is worth a look. Under a dining table, check that the chairs still stand on it when pulled out. Which size to pick is covered in our guide.

Keeping the Mia green

Vacuum it lightly or shake it out, and read up on looking after your rug for the details. Should coffee land on it, soak it up and dab the spot with cold water and a mild cleaner, then leave it to dry well before the furniture goes back.