Our designer liaison Sean introducing Patio Collection. Patio is quite versatile and may be specified in custom colors and sizes.
Sometimes the perfect rug, is a round rug.
There are two easy ways to generate round options for your space. Kush can re-scale and edit a design from our catalogue, or create a bespoke design. Here's a striking example of a custom round piece.
Rebecca and Brian hand washing a rug in India with wooden paddles. Washing a rug after weaving softens the wool and impacts how the piece will look. This rug was given an enzyme wash, which stripped the wool down to the foundation and left the silk design raised in relief.
At Kush we hear this question pretty often, and we can relate! We all want to do whatever we can to protect our investments and ensure the longevity of our most prized possessions. We have families, we have animals, we have Oregon rain and mud. So is it worth it to add a synthetic barrier to a good, hand-made rug? Here's what Renaissance had to say:
Kush: "I want to protect my rug from stains. Should I use a stain guard?"
Randy: "Let's talk about what these don’t do. They don’t stop rugs from getting dirty, and they don’t stop rugs from getting stained or damaged- particularly from things like pet urine.
Kush: "Well then, what do they do?"
Randy: "Stain guards are not a substitute for regular cleaning and vacuuming, they work in conjunction. Products like Teflon, Scotch Guard, and Fiber Seal DO work to keep soils from penetrating rug fibers. But left untreated and left long enough on a rug, soil and spills can and will stain. Ultimately it’s a personal choice, but I don’t use them on my own rugs, and I have kids and pets! The key to keeping rugs looking good is maintenance-- knowing how to safely spot clean, vacuuming, and timely washing."
More on rug maintenance is coming your way. Check back here for Rug Lesson #3 soon!
For all of your rug cleaning, repair needs, & appraisals, Kush recommends Renaissance Rug Cleaning Inc.
Beautiful modern rug design, Kipple in Ivory Rust. We love to see where our rugs live!
As certified rug nerds, we love new shipments, especially when they are filled with stunning rug after stunning rug. We have been waiting a long time to get these beauties and we are excited to share them with you!
Visit our new shipment page to get more details on each beautiful piece.
Interior design by Jason Ball of JBI Interiors.
Nu-Tribal rug in blue/grey.
Vintage over dyed patchwork from Turkey.
Photography by: John Valls
Oversize Bidjar carpet from our classic collection, paired with diy book lamp.
