Wool is not all the same, and it’s important to understand this when choosing your rug. “We recommend Tibetan wool, cultivated from sheep reared high in the Himalayas their coat provides a yarn hick is incredibly durable while soft underfoot, it also takes on dye extremely well so any color can be achieved. For a highly luxurious finish, you can opt for Mohair or Cashmere, both of which are incredibly soft,” says Eleanor Dykes from rug specialists Riviere Rugs.
Another point of consideration is the type of wool rug that works best for your room and its needs. A hand-knotted wool rug would work well in high traffic areas thanks to the wools natural stain resistance and the strength of its densely knotted foundation. Tufted wool rugs are softer and can showcase patterns with depth and detail making them great statement pieces for living and bedrooms.