If you’re looking for something a little bit exotic for your living space, why not try a Berber rug to enhance the style of the room and give it a unique feel?
Berber rugs were originally created in Morocco, where carpet weavers would collect the purest and best wool to hand-weave, before selling the finished item on to local bazaars and markets. The rug is still actively made and sold in rural areas of Morocco today, generally by families who, throughout generations, have become experts at creating stunning and cosy carpets time after time. The original Berber rugs were produced in vibrant, hot colours and patterns with flecks of darker material running throughout. This was due to the fact that they were made using undyed wools that differed slightly in colour, and gave a solid feel to the carpet that served to make it more homely and substantial.
Today’s Berber rugs tend to be much thicker than other varieties, and this helps to warm the room they are in (and of course, they are far comfier to walk on). If you are buying from the Rug Store, you can choose from a variety of sizes and thicknesses to ensure the best fit for your room. All rugs come with an extremely dense pile (up to 6.3kg per sq m).
The carpets are available in a variety of styles and designs. For the ultimate in domestic luxury, try the Maroc Royal Cream. This particularly dense rug (33mm thick), is soft and gentle to the touch, and has been hand-knotted using a technique traditional to the Berber tribe. The yarn is a creamy beige colour and is undyed, giving a natural, unprocessed look that will complement any room and give it a regal, extravagant feel.
For yet more indulgence, try the Royal Super Uni. While similar to its Maroc Royal cousin; this carpet is even thicker, softer and denser, perfect for those who rank comfort at the top of their list. This carpet is the heaviest Berber that the Rug Store offer, weighing in at a whopping 6.3kg per sq m,giving an air of homeliness to a room that other carpets just can’t match. And of course, it comes with those customary Berber flecks throughout.
For something a little more delicate, try the Meknes 508. These lighter rugs (5kg per sq m), come with an intricate diamond pattern around each side, for a glamorous air. The design is a traditional Moroccan one, giving an exotic appearance that will work well with darker furniture and African motifs. Of course, this carpet is completely natural, having been hand-woven using 100 per cent non-coloured wool (it’s so ecologically friendly; customers needn’t feel guilty!).
For those who have colourful decoration and furnishings in the room already, plain rugs may be a more attractive option to enhance without overpowering. The Agadir Natural Fleck Rug is the lightest Berber that the Rug Store offer, and is easily the most natural with a cream design and muted flecks. The neutral design of this carpet means that it will suit almost any décor imaginable and has a smaller knot count than other rugs (15x15), creating a more versatile bargain.
Whatever rug you choose to invest in, it’s important to pick one that will work well with the rest of the room and complement your style of furnishing. The Moroccan roots of the Berber make it a popular choice with those who like unique carpeting, and the wide range of options available at the Rug Store means that there’s something to suit every taste (and budget). Visit the store online today to pick out your favourite, and give your room that exotic edge.