White bed linen, a light wooden cot and a peach Holly on the floor make a soft-looking nursery. The colour also goes well with a grey sofa and pale oak.

Fine polyester microfibre, 100% of it, forms the short pile, woven by hand in India on a cotton backing. Polyester takes up very little moisture, which puts the Holly among jaloom's Synthetic Fibre Rugs. Made by hand, it can vary a little from its stated size.

A high-low pattern runs through the peach pile and gives it a gentle texture. In a child's room it belongs with our Kids Room Rugs, and as a low pile rug it suits a kitchen or a dining room as well. It fits in front of a sofa, beside a bed or under a table. Heated floors are fine.

Choosing the right size of peach Holly is easier with the furniture already measured.

The rug care tips for microfibre say you have time with spills on the peach Holly, since liquid doesn't sink in at once. Dab the mark with water and a little mild soap, then go over it with clear water, and use a slightly smaller anti-slip mat on smooth floors. On a short microfibre pile like this, marks stay near the surface.