Most of the machines sit silent. Among them are the Axminster looms that from 1928 until 2019 made Karastan’s most famous creation: a worsted wool rug that so convincingly replicated the design ...

This week’s rug news includes new rug options from Rugs America and Oriental Weavers and several digital awards for Feizy.

Rag rugs are made by tightly weaving strips of textiles (usually recycled) on a loom. They’re lightweight yet hardy, they can be thrown in the washing machine, and their marbled patterns are ...

However, the large size of the rug, its thick pile, and compactness of my washing machine made the process impossible. I did try to shove it in, but only about half the rug would fit. You could ...

She also says that there are several giveaways of a machine-made rug that's trying to mimic a vintage rug. “With a bit of practice, you'll be able to spot an older rug,” she assures.

The latter is a braided, farmhouse-style carpet that keeps my feet warm when I have to emerge from my cocoon of blankets in the morning; the other is a vintage-inspired, machine-washable rug made by ...