A white runner in a nursery sounds like a risk. The white Lia takes the worry away, because this wool rug can be washed in the machine.

• 100% wool pile, wool backing
• Woven by hand in India
• Washable on the wool programme
• Plain white, short pile
• Suitable for underfloor heating

Placed along the bed, it means your first step in the morning lands on wool rather than a cold floor, which makes it a natural choice among bedroom rugs. In a nursery it goes in front of the cot or under the play corner. A narrow hallway looks brighter with it. On dark parquet it draws a pale stripe, much like our white rugs. Since it washes, it can serve as a kitchen runner too. The Lia runner also comes in beige and taupe.

Each runner is woven by hand, so the length can vary a little. The size guide helps you find the right length for your hallway. Like the other wool rugs from jaloom, the Lia is made from a natural fibre.

Wash it on its own on the wool programme with a wool detergent, following the care label. Afterwards it dries flat, never in the tumble dryer. Blot a fresh spill first with a light cloth, without rubbing, and the care guide explains every step.