Description
Hand-knotted from New Zealand wool, the Balaclava brings quiet depth to any room with its layered gray tones and subtle woven stripe texture.
A rectangular hand-knotted area rug with a cool, layered palette of mid-gray, soft beige, and deep charcoal. The surface displays a subtle horizontal stripe effect created by alternating bands of lighter and darker gray tones woven together, giving the rug a textured, almost woven-landscape quality. The pile is medium height with a slightly looped, tactile surface that catches light differently across the tonal bands. A clean, dark charcoal border frames the entire rug, providing definition and grounding the design. The overall impression is quiet and sophisticated — a neutral, textured field that reads as both modern and timeless.
- Hand-knotted construction — built for decades of use
- 80% New Zealand wool + 20% viscose blend
- Subtle horizontal stripe pattern in layered grays
- Medium pile at 0.5 inch thick — substantial underfoot
- Neutral palette suits modern, minimalist, and transitional spaces
- Dark charcoal border frames the design cleanly
Product Details
Product Attributes
Styling Guide
calm, grounded, and quietly sophisticated
cool paletteA cool, layered palette of mid-gray and soft beige tones that shift horizontally across the surface, anchored by a deep charcoal border — understated and sophisticated, like a cloudy sky rendered in wool.
Light Maple Hardwood
White Oak Flooring
Polished Concrete
Light Gray Luxury Vinyl Plank
Ideas for Your Space
About This Rug
The Balaclava Area Rug is a beautifully crafted hand-knotted piece made from 80% New Zealand wool and 20% viscose, delivering a rich, tactile texture that feels as good as it looks. Its palette of layered grays, soft beige, and deep charcoal creates a subtle horizontal stripe effect — almost like a woven landscape — that shifts gently across the surface. The tonal variation gives it depth without being busy, making it an effortless fit in modern, contemporary, or minimalist interiors.
At 0.5 inches thick with a medium pile, it offers a satisfying underfoot feel that holds up in high-traffic areas. The hand-knotted construction means this rug is built to last — the kind of piece you invest in once and enjoy for years. Its neutral, earthy color story works beautifully in living rooms, bedrooms, or as a layering rug over natural fiber flooring.
Whether you're anchoring a sleek modern sofa arrangement or softening a Scandinavian-inspired space, the Balaclava brings quiet sophistication without demanding attention.
Care & Cleaning
Viscose rugs, due to their wood cellulose fiber construction, require special care:
- Since these rugs absorb moisture easily, cleaning is generally not recommended.
- Should cleaning become necessary, dry cleaning is the preferred method. However, always consult with the dry cleaner as some chemicals can discolor the fibers.
- Avoid spot cleaning with water as the cellulose fibers can discolor or turn yellow when wet and may result in stains post-cleaning.
- Lighter colors and large, solid areas are more prone to visible staining.
- To minimize the need for cleaning, it's advisable to place viscose rugs in low-traffic areas.
For more information, check out our Rug Care Instructions.
Rug Size Guide
| Standard Size Group | Actual Rug Dimensions | Ships In | Shipping Dimensions (LxWxH) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2x3 Small | 2' x 3' Rectangle | Rolled | 24x3x3 |
| 6x9 Area Rug | 6' x 9' Rectangle | Folded | 27.00000x26.00000x5.00000 |
| 8x10 Area Rug | 8' x 10' Rectangle | Folded | 29.00000x5.00000x26.00000 |
Living Room Rugs
When selecting a living room rug, choose one that anchors your furniture by either placing all the legs on the rug or just the front legs, which helps define the seating area and enhances the room's acoustics.
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