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Geometric Rugs

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NOVICA’s Geometric Rugs Collection showcases handcrafted traditional and contemporary designs by global artisans. This colorful, tactile collection of patterned rugs includes a diverse range of fibers such as sisal, wool, silk and cotton.

The Village Council

Your answers straight from the village experts

+ - Do most area rugs need a pad underneath?

Rug pads are great because they prevent slippage, prolong wear, protect the floor underneath, and provide additional comfort and quiet. That being said, most of our rugs do not actually require a pad underneath. Many, like those from the Andes, crafted with sheep wool and cotton, are durable and sturdy enough to be placed directly on the floor. But for enhanced protection and longevity, a rug pad is always a welcome addition.

+ - Do area rugs absorb sound?

Area rugs are a design-friendly way to absorb sound and insulate a room. They are a wonderful way to reduce noise, as footsteps on a rug are more muted than on hardwood floors or tile, and they also dull ambient sounds. Additionally, they provide warmth and a general sense of well-being. Who doesnt love a good area rug!

+ - How do I care for my area rug?

Most area rugs are easy to maintain with a few simple steps. For small stains and spills, you can spot clean with warm, soapy water. Never rub the affected area, always blot! You should vacuum your rugs to remove dirt and debris. And to ensure that rugs wear evenly, it is recommended to place a pad beneath them, and rotate them regularly. As with most vibrant works of art, direct sunlight may dull the colors. For more substantive cleaning, it is recommended that you dry clean your area rug.

+ - Are there eco-friendly area rugs?

Were huge fans of eco-friendly everything! When it comes to area rugs, you can look for certain indicators that it is produced in a sustainable way that reduces our carbon footprint. Some artisans, like a handful of weavers from India, use recycled fabrics: cotton, rayon, and polyester. Others stress the use of natural dyes and ethically-sourced wool. (Wool is particularly celebrated for being recyclable, abundant, and naturally stain-resistant.)

+ - Are any of your area rugs handmade?

Handmade, or footmade! Many of the weavers who produce area rugs use a pedal, or foot, loom. While they technically have the assistance of a machine--a treadle or handloom--its operation requires the dexterity, strength, coordination, and patience of the artisan. Additionally, most area rugs are finished by hand.

+ - What are traditional methods of making area rugs?

Traditional area rugs are mostly woven on looms. Treadle, or foot, looms make use of pedals to lift and lower the looms harness. This raises the threads of the warp, so that the weft can pass through the opening in the threads. This type of loom is common in the Andes, Central America, as well as Mexico, and traces back to Mayan weavers in the period after the Spanish arrived. Elsewhere, such as India, handlooms are still used. The designs are mapped out in advance, and it takes about four to five days to complete a dhurrie, or traditional Indian floor covering. While the work to craft each of these rugs may be labor intensive, the beauty of the finished product makes it well worth the wait.

+ - What materials are used to make area rugs?

While area rugs are handcrafted by artisans from all over the world, they share certain features in spite of their vastly different regions. From the Andes to Central America, Mexico to India, most artisans use some combination of sheep wool, cotton, and natural and industrial dyes. Some artisans, like those from India, may incorporate other materials, like jute, or recycled cotton, polyester, and rayon, into their works. Some of the Zapotec weavers in Mexico use dyes made from natural materials like walnut shell, cochineal, and flowers. With these materials, artisans create vibrant colors and authentic patterns, ideal for adding dimension and warmth to any home.

Featured Reviews

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Zapotec wool rug, 'Autumn Forest' (2.5x5)

Robert

Sep 23, 2017

Beautiful area rug

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The craftsmanship and quality shows extremely well in this beautifully made and designed rug. Nice warm earth tone colors. Many compliments by those who have visited us.

Brown Area Rugs

Geometric Area Rugs

Zapotec Area Rugs

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Wool area rug, 'Vicus' (2x3)

EDGUBI

Dec 6, 2023

So striking I bought it immediately!

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There is just some thing about the design of this carpet that as I was browsing new arrivals I knew I had to grab it immediately and at full price without waiting for a sale. As it turns out the artist is making more of these, but I'm still very glad I grabbed it when I did; I would've been much more disappointed if I had missed out!

Beige Area Rugs

Solids and Handloom Area Rugs

Folk Art Area Rugs

Traditional Area Rugs

Geometric Area Rugs

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Zapotec wool rug, 'Paths of Life' (3x5)

Carl

Mar 26, 2019

Magnificant!

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I couldn't be happier with the rug. It is beautiful; the colours are warm and subtle; it's strongly made; it arrived in no time at all.

Geometric Area Rugs

Zapotec Area Rugs

Featured Artist

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family

Ruiz Bazan Family Zapotec wool rugs

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The artistry of the Ruiz Bazan family has been featured on NPR's Morning Edition, and in numerous magazines and newspapers in the United States and Europe.

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Geometric Rugs

You may have seen the designs of these geometric rugs on the walls of ancient temples. Or you may get the sense, as your feet rest on one of these hand-woven area rugs, that you feel the order and symmetry of nature in the midst of its magnificent chaos. Our artisans bring geometry to home décor, as its power and harmonizing tendencies have been taught to them by their own ancestors, passed down from generation to generation. One of our cooperatives, Momosteco Weavers, depicts the image of a volcano in simple geometric shapes and lines. Another, Cerapio Vallejo, infuses his rug with the rich colors of the Andes mountain range. Whatever space you inhabit, we invite you to experience the harmony inspired by these beautiful geometric rug designs.

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