Behind The Design - How We Craft Your Rugs
When it comes designing your rug, the technique behind it is just as important as the style, colour or placement. The way in which a stair runner, carpet or rug is made, shapes everything from their texture and durability to how they sit within a space. Each method offers its own distinct character and level of craftsmanship, and understanding these differences can help you make more informed and lasting choices.
Handtufted
A Hand tufted rug is created by carefully punching individual strands of yarn through a fabric backing using a handheld tufting gun, this is a technique that offers freedom in design, texture and finish. This level of versatility allows our team to blend multiple yarns and colours within a single piece, adjusting pile heights with precision, and shaping or carving the surface to add sculptural dimension.
One of the key advantages of this method is the ability to switch effortlessly between cut and loop pile, introducing depth and detail with ease. Whether crafted from silk, wool or polished cotton, hand tufted rugs offer both softness and strength that feels comforting underfoot.
As this process is less time intensive than traditional hand knotting, tufted rugs can be completed on a shorter lead time, making this technique ideal for projects where creativity, comfort and pace are equally important.
Handknotted
Hand knotting is the oldest rug making method, a process rooted in tradition and defined by true craftsmanship. Each rug is meticulously made on a loom, knot by knot, using thousands of hand tied strands of yarn. The size and density of the knots determine the level of detail, with a higher knot count allowing for sharper definition and more intricate designs.
This is a technique that demands time, patience, and expert precision, but the result is something truly special. Rich in texture and depth, each piece reflects the care and expertise invested in its making, offering a level of craftsmanship that simply cannot be replicated by machine. If cared for properly, a hand knotted rug can become a timeless piece of art, created to be cherished and handed down for generations to come.
Handwoven
Hand woven, also known as flatweave, is a technique that involves interlacing warp and weft thread on a loom, the result is lightweight yet durable with a flat, flexible surface, ideal for high traffic areas, such as stair runners or relaxed living areas.
Flatweaves can be handwoven in a range of materials, including wool, jute, linen or P.E.T for outdoor use. While the designs are often geometric or linear, they can also take on more organic forms or incorporate subtle texture through techniques like pile variation and fibre blending.
If you are considering your next rug, stair runner or fitted carpet, we hope this overview has helped to highlight the differences and importance of each technique for your space. Our team is always here to guide you through the process and help bring your vision to life, so please get in touch or browse our website to explore more of what we offer.
