Rug Yarn Guide

24 April 2013


Wool is a luxurious renewable natural fibre with outstanding stain resistance qualities. We use only the finest NZ Wools available.


Art Silk is a term used for a number of yarns that look and feel like silk. The most often used variety is viscose, which is made from refined timber pulp and features a beautiful natural lustre.


Belgium linen (linen) is a natural, renewable fibre extracted from the flax plant. Fine Belgium linen rugs are often featured in gorgeous natural colours.


Silk is most delicate of all fibres. Silk organically fades with age to create a unique style.


Jute is a renewable vegetable fibre that comes from the stem of the Tossa Jute plan. The stunning natural colour variations give jute rugs an original organic finish and the naturally firm yarn wears very well.



Leather otherwise known as hide or cowhide feature beautiful natural accents for any environment. Each hide is unique in design, different patterns and placement of the hide will lead to a one-of-a-kind rug.




Shag rugs get their name from the shaggy appearance. Shag rugs can come in many different forms of density and pile height.


Mohair yarn is taken from the fleece of Angora goats. It is both durable, resilient and is notable for its high lustre, softness and sheen.


We hope you have learnt a little something about The Rug Establishment's designer rug yarns.

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