Placed under a round dining table, a round rug follows its shape and keeps the chairs on soft ground. The pink Gabbeh Lola does that in a pale, gentle shade.

Sheep provide the fibre for its pile and backing, 100% wool in both, and it was hand-woven in India. Pure wool makes this round wool rug a natural member of our wool rugs.

Short pile lets chairs move easily. Out in the lounge it lies in front of the sofa as a soft circle rug, so it also counts among our living room rugs. Pink suits a bedroom too. Heated floors are no trouble.

Handmade pieces can vary slightly. Measure the table and add room for pulled-out chairs, which is the logic behind our size guide.

Every now and then, give it a good beating from the back and some fresh air. On a smooth floor, an underlay a little smaller than the pink Lola stops it shifting, one of the tips in how to clean your rug. Turn it round occasionally.