Maris Hand-Tufted Rug

Construction: Hand Tufted. The rug is created by punching wool yarn through a stretched canvas using a handheld tufting gun. Once tufting is complete, the reverse is secured with latex adhesive and protective backing, helping hold the fibres firmly in place.

Material: The product specification lists Blended Wool with New Zealand Wool. New Zealand wool is valued for its soft feel, naturally bright base, long fibres, and ability to hold colour and detailed patterns effectively.

Colour: Soft ocean blue, muted aqua, pale turquoise, powder blue, and warm ivory tones, creating a refreshing coastal-inspired palette suitable for contemporary, minimalist, and luxury interiors.

Design: A finely repeated, small-scale geometric texture created through closely arranged blue and ivory elements. The balanced pattern gives the surface a subtle woven-like visual character while maintaining the softness and density associated with hand-tufted wool construction.

The rug is available in:

Runner — 2 × 10 ft | 61 × 305 cm | Approx. 5.2 kg

Accent — 5 × 8 ft | 152 × 244 cm | Approx. 11.8 kg

Room — 6 × 9 ft | 183 × 274 cm | Approx. 14.4 kg

Statement — 8 × 10 ft | 244 × 305 cm | Approx. 25.4 kg

Living Room — 9 × 12 ft | 274 × 366 cm | Approx. 31.4 kg

Grand — 10 × 14 ft | 305 × 427 cm | Approx. 42.6 kg

Hand-Tufted Detail: The design is developed layer by layer through hand tufting, followed by backing, shearing, and finishing. The closely repeated pattern requires careful yarn placement to create consistent texture and colour distribution across the rug. Where required by a particular design, skilled artisans may hand-carve areas to enhance pattern definition and dimensional detail.

Backing: A latex-secured canvas construction is used to hold the tufted fibres in place, with protective backing applied to the reverse. This helps maintain the rug's structural integrity and supports the tufted surface during everyday use.

Production Process: The complete process involves design and tracing, wool dyeing and yarn preparation, hand tufting, backing, shearing, carving where required, washing, edge finishing, and final quality inspection.

Artisans Involved: The making process can involve designers and tracers, dyers and yarn preparers, tufters, backers, shearers, carvers, and washers/finishers, with approximately 6–10 skilled people contributing across the different stages.

Manufacturing Time: The detailed hand-tufting process can take approximately 4–6 weeks (30–45 days) from start to finish. The listed collection lead time is 7–15 days, subject to order and production requirements.

Vacuum the rug regularly using low suction and a non-rotary attachment to remove dust, dirt, and loose fibres without putting unnecessary stress on the tufted surface. Keep the beater bar turned off. Gentle and consistent vacuuming helps maintain the rug's detailed pattern and preserve the appearance of its wool pile.

For spills, gently blot the affected area immediately using a clean, damp cloth. For stubborn marks, a small amount of mild wool-safe detergent may be used. Avoid rubbing or scrubbing, as excessive friction can loosen or distort tufted fibres and affect the consistency of the textured surface.

Always place the rug over a quality rug pad. A rug pad helps prevent slipping and bunching, adds cushioning, and reduces friction between the latex-backed rug and hard flooring. It also provides additional stability when the rug is placed beneath sofas, coffee tables, beds, or other furniture.

Rotate the rug 180 degrees every 3–6 months to distribute foot traffic evenly and minimise uneven fading from sunlight. As Maris features delicate blue and ivory tones, limiting prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can help preserve the balance and clarity of its colour palette.

Keep the rug dry and avoid soaking it or placing it in persistently damp areas, as excessive moisture can affect the backing adhesive. If the rug becomes slightly damp during spot cleaning, allow it to air dry naturally, away from direct heat.

For deeper cleaning, professional cleaning is recommended approximately every 1–2 years. Always inform the cleaner that the rug is hand-tufted so an appropriate low-moisture cleaning method can be used to protect the backing and wool fibres.

The Maris Hand-Tufted Rug is available in multiple sizes, from the 2 × 10 ft runner size through to the generous 10 × 14 ft size, allowing it to complement compact spaces as well as spacious living rooms, bedrooms, and open-plan interiors.

The listed collection lead time is 7–15 days, with the final delivery timeline depending on the selected size, production status, destination, and shipping method. Made-to-order requirements may involve additional production time depending on availability and manufacturing schedules.

Each rug is carefully prepared and packed for transportation to help protect its wool surface, detailed texture, and finished edges. Because rugs are available in different sizes and weights, packaging and handling requirements may vary between orders.

Returns and exchanges are subject to the applicable 1930 Mills return policy, including product condition and eligibility requirements.

The Maris Rug is produced through a detailed hand-tufting process involving multiple stages of skilled craftsmanship. From pattern tracing and yarn preparation to tufting, backing, shearing, finishing, and inspection, each stage contributes to the final appearance and performance of the rug.

The use of blended wool with New Zealand wool provides a naturally textured and premium foundation, while the handcrafted process gives the rug its distinctive character. The finely repeated blue-and-ivory pattern reflects the careful attention required to achieve consistency in texture, colour distribution, and overall surface appearance.

As a handcrafted product, minor variations in texture, fibre placement, pattern definition, and colour perception may naturally occur. These subtle differences are part of the rug's individual character and reflect the nature of artisan production.

Any applicable warranty or product assurance is provided according to the 1930 Mills terms applicable to the product at the time of purchase.

What does hand-tufted mean?
Hand-tufting is a rug-making technique in which artisans use a handheld tufting gun to punch yarn through a stretched canvas according to the traced design. The yarn is then secured from the reverse with adhesive and protective backing.

What material is the Maris Rug made from?
The product specification lists Blended Wool with New Zealand Wool. New Zealand wool is known for its soft feel, long fibres, naturally bright base, and ability to hold detailed colours effectively.

What colours are featured in this rug?
Maris features a soothing combination of soft ocean blue, muted aqua, pale turquoise, powder blue, and warm ivory tones, creating a refreshing and versatile palette for contemporary interiors.

What type of design does the Maris Rug feature?
The rug features a finely repeated, small-scale geometric pattern formed through closely arranged blue and ivory elements. Its subtle visual texture gives the surface an understated woven-like appearance, making it suitable for interiors that favour refined simplicity.

Which sizes are available?
The available sizes are 2 × 10 ft, 5 × 8 ft, 6 × 9 ft, 8 × 10 ft, 9 × 12 ft, and 10 × 14 ft.

How much does the rug weigh?
Approximate weights range from 5.2 kg for the 2 × 10 ft size to 42.6 kg for the 10 × 14 ft size. Larger sizes naturally require additional handling during delivery and installation.

Is this rug suitable for a living room?
Yes. Its calming blue-and-ivory palette, subtle geometric texture, and refined hand-tufted surface make it particularly suitable for living rooms, lounges, bedrooms, reading areas, and contemporary open-plan spaces.

What interior styles work best with this rug?
Maris complements coastal, contemporary, minimalist, modern Mediterranean, organic-modern, and luxury interiors. Its soft blue tones pair beautifully with natural timber, limestone, ivory upholstery, linen, and light neutral furnishings.

Does a new wool rug shed?
Some loose fibres may appear during the initial period of use. Regular vacuuming with low suction and a non-rotary attachment can help remove loose fibres without damaging the tufted surface.

Should I use a rug pad?
Yes. A quality rug pad is strongly recommended to improve grip, add cushioning, prevent bunching, and reduce friction between the rug backing and the floor.

Can I machine wash this rug?
No. Hand-tufted rugs with latex and canvas backing should not be machine washed or submerged, as excessive moisture can deteriorate the backing and adhesive.

How should I clean a spill?
Blot the spill immediately using a clean, damp cloth. For stubborn marks, use a small amount of mild wool-safe detergent. Avoid rubbing or scrubbing the area, as this can affect the texture and stability of the tufted fibres.

How often should I rotate the rug?
Rotate the rug approximately 180 degrees every 3–6 months to distribute foot traffic and sunlight exposure more evenly.

How often should the rug be professionally cleaned?
Professional cleaning is recommended approximately every 1–2 years, preferably using a low-moisture method suitable for hand-tufted rugs.

How long does a hand-tufted rug take to make?
The complete hand-tufting manufacturing process can take approximately 4–6 weeks (30–45 days), covering design, yarn preparation, tufting, backing, shearing, finishing, washing, and inspection.

How is the rug made?
The process begins with a designer creating and scaling the pattern, followed by tracing it onto canvas. Wool is then dyed and prepared, artisans hand-tuft the yarn through the canvas, and the reverse is secured with latex adhesive and protective backing. The surface is subsequently sheared, hand-carved where required, washed, finished, and inspected.

How many artisans are involved in making the rug?
Different stages involve designers and tracers, dyers, yarn preparers, tufters, backers, shearers, carvers, and washers/finishers. Depending on the production setup, approximately 6–10 skilled people may contribute to the finished rug.

What makes New Zealand wool suitable for premium rugs?
New Zealand wool is valued for its naturally bright base, softness, and long staple fibres. Its fibre structure helps create a smooth, dense pile while providing a good foundation for detailed colours and patterns.

Will the rug's blue colour look the same in every room?
The appearance of the rug may vary slightly depending on natural light, artificial lighting, surrounding furnishings, and screen settings. Its ocean-blue, aqua, and ivory tones may appear brighter in daylight and softer under warmer interior lighting.

Is the Maris Rug suitable for coastal-inspired interiors?
Yes. Its ocean-inspired colour palette and subtle textured pattern complement coastal and Mediterranean interiors beautifully. It pairs especially well with light-coloured walls, natural wood, limestone flooring, soft linen upholstery, and warm neutral accents.

Can heavy furniture be placed on the rug?
Yes. The rug can be placed beneath sofas, coffee tables, beds, and other furniture. Using a suitable rug pad and occasionally repositioning furniture can help reduce concentrated pressure and minimise uneven wear on the wool pile.

Is the Maris Rug suitable for bedrooms?
Yes. Its calming blue tones, soft wool texture, and understated pattern make it an elegant addition to bedrooms, particularly those featuring neutral furniture, natural materials, and relaxing colour palettes.

Does the rug have a raised geometric pattern?
The rug displays a finely textured, closely repeated geometric pattern. Its visual depth comes from the arrangement of contrasting blue and ivory fibres. Any specific variation in pile height or raised detailing depends on the final tufting and finishing specifications.

What makes the Maris Rug different from a plain blue rug?
Unlike a solid-coloured rug, Maris combines several closely related blue tones with delicate ivory detailing to create a finely textured visual effect. Its repeated pattern introduces depth and character while retaining the simplicity and versatility of a predominantly blue rug.