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Your Home Is Unique So Choose a Bespoke Natural Rug That Fits
WA122 Weather Watching Sandy Path Rug Every home has its quirks. A chimney breast changes where the sofa can sit. A bay window adds character but alters the balance of the room. An open-plan space may need a little help to make the dining and seating areas feel distinct. We're a small family-run natural rug busiess and because of this we know that those details are exactly what make a home interesting. They give your home character and only require a creative mind to design a

Caroline
7 min read


How to Use Our Bespoke Rug Designer
Clean and easy to use, our Rug Designer was build from the ground up to provide you with the perfect way to create your next Bespoke Natural Rug Designing a bespoke rug is much easier when you can see your choices taking shape. Our Rug Builder lets you explore materials, compare weaves, try different colours and add a border before entering the final size. You can take your time, pin favourite combinations to your board and return to the ones you like most. Nothing needs to b

Jensen
10 min read


Jute vs Sisal: A Buyer's Guide
Divine Dawn Husk Sisal Rug with Vanilla & Pebble Border Which Natural Fibre Is Right for Your Home? Jute and sisal rugs share many of the qualities people love about natural flooring. Both bring texture, warmth and an organic character to a room, and both can work beautifully in relaxed and contemporary interiors. Look a little closer, however, and the two fibres perform quite differently. Jute is valued for its softness and informal appearance, while sisal is generally the b

Jensen
7 min read


The Natural Rug Company's Complete Beginner's Guide to Natural Rugs for Every Room
I've spent fifteen years helping people choose natural rugs, and the question I get asked most often isn't "which material is best?" it's "where do I even start?" So I wrote this guide. Think of it as everything I'd tell a good friend over a cup of tea: which fibres work where, how to get your sizing right, how to choose a border that makes your rug feel intentional rather than incidental, and which rugs I'm genuinely excited about right now. Natural rugs; whether sisal, seag

Caroline
12 min read


Sisal vs. Seagrass: The Definitive Comparison for Natural Rug Buyers
After 15 years of helping British families choose the perfect natural rugs, one question pops up in nearly every consultation: " What's the difference between sisal and seagrass? " It's honestly one of my favourite questions because whilst both materials deliver that gorgeous natural look we're all after, they couldn't be more different in day-to-day life. I'll admit, when I first started in this business, I thought all natural fibres were pretty much the same. But here's wha

Caroline
6 min read


Handmade Natural Rugs: Sheepskin, Sisal & Wool Now in Our Online Store and also on Etsy UK
Sheepskin Rug - Champagne Running a business demands a great deal of time and attention, sometimes we can lose track of simply...

Jensen
7 min read


How to Clean a Sisal Rug
As an interior designer, I've always been drawn to the natural beauty and durability of Sisal Rugs and Runners. They bring a touch of...

Caroline
6 min read


Black Sisal: A Style Guide
Black Sisal Mood Board While Natural Sisal has a neutral tone, it can be dyed, offering a spectrum of colours, including black. I've...

Caroline
5 min read


How To Choose the Perfect Sisal Rug Border
The border you select for your Sisal Rug can make all the difference to the finished project. It's like deciding on the perfect frame for...

Caroline
9 min read


Sisal Rug Season: Warm and Cosy Tones for Autumn/Winter
I've collected a range of pairings that I consider splendid examples of Autumnal Sisal with year-long cosiness and vibrancy.

Caroline
9 min read


How to Choose the Perfect Sisal Weave for Any Room in Your Home
When it comes to Natural Flooring options, Sisal Rugs have always held a special place in my heart. As a design consultant at The Natural...

Caroline
9 min read
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