Rust Red Botanical Hand Knotted Wool Area Rug, Ivory Navy Border

This rust red botanical hand knotted wool area rug lines up columns of flowering stems in green, gold, ivory and navy across a warm rust field, framed by an ivory palmette border and dotted navy guard bands. It is made by hand in Bhadohi, India, in wool. The vertical stems give it a calm, ordered look that suits traditional, tribal-inspired and transitional rooms.

Why this construction

Hand-knotting ties each knot to the foundation threads by hand, which gives a dense, durable pile that can last for decades with ordinary care. It is slower than tufting and shows in the crisp leaf and flower shapes along each stem.

Materials and craftsmanship

The pile is wool, dyed in a rust red, ivory, navy, sage green and gold palette. Natural tonal variation (abrash) in the rust field is part of the character of a handmade rug. The design draws on traditional village botanical patterns, with stems arranged in vertical columns, and is woven by artisans in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, a long-established hand-knotting centre. It is a new rug, not an antique.

Specifications

Sizes available

• Rectangles from 3x5 ft (91x152 cm) up to 14x15 ft (426x457 cm), including 5x8, 6x9, 8x10, 9x12 and 10x14 ft
• Runners: 2.6x5, 2.6x6, 2.6x8 and 2.6x10 ft
• Squares from 4x4 to 14x14 ft
• Rounds from 4 ft to 12 ft diameter

For a queen bed, choose 8x10 ft (6x9 ft for a compact room). For a king bed, choose 9x12 ft. A 6-seat dining table suits 8x10 ft. A standard 3-seat sofa layout suits 8x10 ft, or 6x9 ft in a smaller room.

Styling and placement

Rust red pairs well with light oak floors, terracotta and burnt orange upholstery, deep green, leather and brass in traditional, eclectic, boho and mid-century rooms. The vertical stems help a rectangular room feel longer when laid lengthwise. In a living room, keep at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs on the rug.

Care, variation and longevity

Vacuum regularly without a beater bar, blot spills quickly and rotate the rug every six to twelve months. Expect some loose wool fibre in the first weeks, which is normal for a new wool rug. Colour and size vary slightly between handmade pieces. With good care, a hand-knotted wool rug can last for decades. Use a felt-and-rubber rug pad.

Frequently asked questions

Will this rug shed?

New wool rugs shed loose surface fibres for the first few weeks, then settle. Regular vacuuming without a beater bar reduces it.

Is it pet-safe?

Wool is a resilient natural fibre and the rug uses no latex backing. Blot accidents promptly and have it professionally cleaned if stained.

Does the rust red hide dirt?

Yes, the warm mid-tone field and busy botanical pattern disguise everyday dust and small marks well, which suits busy living areas.

Can I get a custom size?

Yes, custom sizes can be requested. Send us your dimensions and we will confirm price and timing.

Will the colours match my screen?

Screens vary, and handmade dyeing varies slightly between pieces. We can send a close-up photo of the actual rug on request.

Need a size that isn't listed? Send us your room dimensions through the contact form and we will quote a custom hand-knotted size.