Washable Persian Classic Rugs | | S25414 |
Design Inspiration
Persian design vocabulary translated into washable reality. Florals spiral from central medallions, geometric borders frame intricate fields, arabesques unfurl across surfaces that can survive the washing machine. This is heritage freed from museum constraint.
Nine patterns interpret centuries of Persian weaving tradition. Crimson grounds carry floral motifs that reference Isfahan's garden paradises. Indigo variations echo Tabriz geometries, where mathematics meets meditation. Cream and earth-toned options soften the palette whilst maintaining design complexity. Each pattern demonstrates the characteristic Persian approach: dense central medallions radiating outward, spandrel corners that balance composition, borders layered like picture frames. The visual language remains faithful even as the medium shifts from wool and silk to modern polyester. Colours hold depth despite synthetic origin, dyed fibres catching light with subtle variation that prevents flatness.
Machine production allows this democratisation of design. What palace floors once claimed exclusively now enters everyday homes through contemporary manufacturing. The patterns are digitally rendered then woven on modern looms, a process that ensures precision whilst maintaining the intricate detail Persian design demands. This isn't craft betrayed but rather tradition made accessible, beauty extended beyond those who can afford hand-knotted rarities or afford to keep floors pristine.
Polyester pile forms the foundation, chosen specifically for its practical virtues. The synthetic fibre withstands machine washing at 30°C, emerging intact wash after wash. It resists staining, dries quickly, maintains pile height under traffic. Softness remains despite durability: bare feet find comfort, not the rough texture often associated with outdoor-grade synthetics. The material accepts dye well, holding the rich tones Persian design requires. Yes, it lacks wool's natural resilience and silk's luminosity, but it offers something those noble fibres cannot: the freedom to live without anxiety, to allow children and pets full access, to clean thoroughly when life demands it.
These rugs belong in active households where Persian aesthetics appeal but practicality rules. Family living rooms, children's bedrooms, dining areas prone to spills. Hallway runners that see muddy boots and pet traffic. Beneath kitchen tables in open-plan spaces where traditional rugs would suffer. They suit renters who desire visual richness without investment anxiety, young families building collections they can grow into rather than protect from growth itself.
WHAT IT OFFERS:
- Nine authentic Persian pattern interpretations in varied colourways
- Machine washable at 30°C for practical maintenance
- Soft polyester pile combining comfort with durability
- Available in standard and runner dimensions
- Suitable for high-traffic family areas and pet-friendly homes
- Rich colour saturation in jewel tones and neutrals
- Budget-conscious access to Persian design heritage
DIMENSIONS & DETAILS: Material: Polyester pile Origin: Machine-woven Construction: Machine-woven Design: Nine Persian pattern variations (medallion, floral, geometric) Colour: Multiple options including crimson, indigo, cream, earth tones Available Sizes: Standard room sizes and runner dimensions Suitable for: Living rooms, dining areas, bedrooms, hallways, family homes, pet-friendly spaces
CARING FOR YOUR RUG: Creases from folded shipping disappear within three to seven days; hasten the process by placing furniture atop the rug or gently folding in the opposite direction. Machine wash at 30°C when needed, then air dry flat. Avoid tumble drying, bleaching, or high-speed spinning. Expect up to five percent shrinkage after first washing as fibres settle into permanent form.
BRING THIS HOME Where Isfahan's gardens meet the washing machine, beauty serves rather than demands distance.
