Material Guide
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Material Guide
Your room shape and furniture should determine the size and orientation of your rug. It’s important to first measure the area you want to cover or space you want to define and then think about what size works best. To make it easy, we’ve done the work for you!
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Bamboo Silk
Bamboo silk is a natural viscose extracted from the bamboo plant. It is a renewable resource that doesn’t require replanting and can grow up to 23 meters in a year.
Cellulose is extracted from the bamboo tree to create a hardwearing silky fibre perfect for rugs.
Bamboo silk has the look of more expensive silk, but the cost is much more affordable. -
Cocoon Silk
Cocoon silk rugs will look great for years to come with proper care and regular vacuuming.
Silk is produced from the cocoon covering of the silkworm. The cocoon is spun by the silk moth caterpillar of a single silk fibre that can be up to several thousand metres in length an although delicate, is incredibly strong.
Silk reflects light brilliantly and when you walk around a silk rug it has a very distinct light direction, and a deeper dark direction. -
Handspun Jute
Jute is a long, soft, shiny plant fibre that can be spun into coarse, strong threads. It's easy to produce, sturdy, and biodegradable so it's the perfect material to use in handmade rugs.
Jute is golden-hued with a shimmery shine to it and has a flexibility and bounce unlike other fibres.
Jute fibre is 100% biodegradable, recyclable and does not create toxic gas when burned. This means your jute rug can also go straight back into the compost when it’s too old to be of use anymore or recycled in your garden beds as weed matting. -
New Zealand Wool
Hali rugs are made with hand spun New Zealand wool which is the whitest and softest of all the wool fibres. This highest quality fibre gives extraordinary beauty, colour depth and clarity when dyed creating a lustrous and silky finish to our premium range of rugs.
New Zealand wool retains the lanolin to help stop stains penetrating the wool, leaving soiling near the surface where it can easily be removed without the use of harsh chemical cleaners. -
Recycled Bottle PET
With up to 3000 recycled plastic bottles used to make each rug these are an ethical, environmentally friendly flooring option to decorate your home or garden.
Recycled PET rugs are incredibly practical, easy to clean, stain resistant, hard-wearing and completely waterproof, making them the perfect indoor or outdoor rug. -
Wool
Wool has such a long tradition as a floor covering material because its very structure makes it ideally suited to this purpose. Even before 500BC it is thought Persian nomads knew about the use of knotted carpets, with their herds of goats and sheep providing high quality wool for this purpose. Wools rich history as a floor covering material means your wool rug will lend an air of unparalleled authenticity and class to your scheme that a synthetic fibre simply cannot match.
Wool when dyed excels in both its depth and clarity of colour meaning your wool rug will retain its stylish good looks for longer.
Wool is springy and its fibres can be stretched and still easily return to their natural shape which means that wool rugs will last for many years without showing signs of wear and tear.
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Is it normal for the rug to fade over time?
Yes. Like many natural materials, a handmade rug can subtly change in colour over time. Exposure to sunlight is the biggest factor, particularly in rooms with strong or direct UV exposure, while everyday use and cleaning can also influence how the fibres and colours evolve.At Hali, many of our rugs are made using natural fibres and dyes, which means their colour can gently soften and develop as they live in your home. Rather than being a sign of poor quality, this gradual change is part of the character of a handmade rug.To help preserve your rug’s colour, avoid prolonged direct sunlight where possible, rotate your rug regularly to encourage even exposure, and follow the recommended care instructions for its particular material and weave. If you notice significant or uneven colour change, particularly after a spill or cleaning, we recommend speaking with our team or a professional rug cleaner before attempting to treat it yourself. A little change over time is part of the life of a rug — and, with the right care, its character can continue to develop beautifully.
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What cleaning products should I avoid?
When it comes to handmade rugs, less is usually more. Avoid harsh household cleaners, bleach, ammonia, strong detergents and abrasive products, as these can damage natural fibres, affect the texture of the rug or cause colour to fade or bleed. We also recommend avoiding stain removers or spot-cleaning products unless they are specifically suitable for your rug’s material and construction. What works for a synthetic carpet may not be appropriate for wool, silk or other natural fibres.For spills, gently blot the area with a clean, dry cloth rather than rubbing or applying a large amount of liquid. If a stain is persistent, or you’re unsure what to use, it’s best to contact Hali or a professional rug cleaner for advice. The right care depends on the rug. Always check the specific care instructions for your rug before using any cleaning product.
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How should I maintain my Hali rug day-to-day to keep it looking its best?
A little regular care goes a long way. The best way to keep your Hali rug looking beautiful is to treat it gently and stay on top of everyday dust and dirt. Vacuum regularly using a suitable setting for your rug. Avoid aggressive brushing or vacuuming, particularly on delicate or high-pile weaves. Rotate your rug every few months to help distribute foot traffic and sunlight evenly, especially in busy areas. Blot spills quickly with a clean, dry cloth. Avoid rubbing, as this can push the spill deeper into the fibres or affect the pile. Protect it from prolonged direct sunlight where possible. Natural fibres and dyes can gradually soften or change colour with extended UV exposure. Keep an eye on furniture placement. Heavy furniture can leave impressions in the pile over time, so occasionally moving pieces can help the rug wear more evenly. Use a rug pad where appropriate. It can help prevent movement, protect the rug and provide additional cushioning underfoot.For deeper cleaning or stubborn marks, we recommend using a professional rug cleaner experienced in caring for handmade rugs. Most importantly, enjoy your rug. Handmade rugs are designed to be lived with, and with a little regular care, they can continue to look beautiful for years to come.
