A nursery with pale wooden furniture and a cream Holly on the floor feels calm and bright. The high-low pattern gives the short pile some texture without adding colour.

Cream Holly in the nursery and the lounge

Children get a soft, even place to sit and play on this low pile rug, and among childrens rugs it is a quiet choice. In the lounge it lies in front of the sofa as one of our Living Room Rugs. Kitchens and dining rooms suit it too. Heated floors are fine. The Holly also comes in peach, and as a round rug in cream or peach. Our sizing tips help you pick a size for either room.

Microfibre pile, woven by hand

Polyester microfibre makes up 100% of the pile, a very finely spun yarn that feels soft to the touch. This cream Holly was handwoven in India on a cotton backing, so it may differ slightly from its stated size. Polyester takes up very little moisture, like the other Synthetic Fibre Rugs. On smooth floors, lay an underlay first.

Cleaning the cream Holly after spills

Heat is the only thing to watch, so keep hot pans and irons off it. Flattened patches lift again with a soft brush, as the care guide explains. Marks come out with lukewarm water and a little mild soap, then a dab of clear water.