Rug Guide

Beni Ourain, Azilal, Boucherouite or Kilim? Moroccan Rug Styles Explained
Beni Ourain: ivory wool, dark lines, deep pile. Azilal: cream ground with bright symbols. Boucherouite: colorful rag rugs from recycled textiles. Kilim: flatweave with no pile. Here's how to choose. Read more...
How to Clean a Moroccan Wool Rug
Vacuum weekly with suction only, blot spills with cold water, and have the rug hand-washed by a professional every one to three years. Never use a steam cleaner or a beater bar. Read more...
What Size Rug for Your Living Room? A Simple Guide
For most living rooms, choose an 8x10 rug so the front legs of the sofa and chairs sit on it. Smaller rooms work with a 5x8 or 6x9; open-plan spaces need 9x12 or larger. Read more...
How to Tell a Real Beni Ourain Rug (7 Checks)
A real Beni Ourain is hand-knotted in undyed sheep wool, shows its knots on the back and has a fringe made from its own warp threads. Here are seven checks you can do before you buy. Read more...