Description
A handwoven wool flatweave with a clean gray and cream check pattern — simple, durable, and effortlessly versatile in any modern or transitional space.
A rectangular flatweave area rug with an allover checkered grid pattern. The base color is a soft, heathered mid-gray with subtle tonal variation across the surface, giving it an organic, handwoven quality. Cream-white lines form the grid, creating evenly spaced square cells across the entire rug. The grid lines are thin and clean, with the gray fill showing slight texture variation from the hand weaving process. The surface is flat with no visible pile — the texture is woven and slightly irregular in a natural, artisanal way. Edges are cleanly bound with no fringe or tassels. The overall impression is calm, minimal, and quietly textural — like a modern graph paper brought to life in wool.
- Hand woven in India from 100% natural wool
- Allover checkered square grid pattern in gray and cream
- Flatweave construction — no pile, 0.4 inch thickness
- Durable and suitable for high-traffic areas
- Versatile neutral palette pairs with most decor styles
- Works beautifully as a layering rug over jute or sisal
Product Details
Product Attributes
Styling Guide
calm, clean, and quietly sophisticated
cool paletteA soft, heathered mid-gray dominates the surface, with cream-white grid lines forming the checkered pattern — the overall palette is cool and calm, with just enough contrast to give the design quiet definition without feeling stark.
Light Maple Hardwood
White Oak Flooring
Polished Concrete
Light Gray TileBlonde Bamboo
Ideas for Your Space
About This Rug
The Nissa Checkered Area Rug brings a clean, understated elegance to any room with its soft gray and cream grid pattern woven by hand in India. Crafted entirely from wool, this flatweave rug has a satisfying texture underfoot — firm enough to lay flat and hold up in high-traffic areas, yet warm and natural-feeling in the way only real wool can be. The repeating square check pattern is simple but striking, with subtle tonal variation in the gray that gives it depth and a slightly organic, handmade quality.
At 0.4 inches thick with no pile, it sits low to the ground and works beautifully as a layering piece over a larger natural fiber rug, or on its own in a living room, bedroom, or dining space. The neutral gray and cream palette makes it incredibly versatile — it pairs effortlessly with everything from warm wood tones to cool concrete floors. Spot clean with mild detergent and use with a rug pad for best results.
A timeless, well-made piece that earns its place in a thoughtfully designed home.
Care & Cleaning
To keep your wool or cotton rugs in top shape, follow these steps:
- Begin by blotting any stains with a dry cotton or white paper towel.
- Use a blunt instrument to carefully remove food or debris.
- Combine a minimal quantity of dish soap with a cup of cold water. Use this solution and a clean sponge to gently clean the stain. Avoid over-saturating the rug. Blot the cleaned area dry with a towel.
- Keep away from excessive heat or agitation as wool and cotton rugs are susceptible to bleeding and staining.
- For the best results, we advise a yearly professional cleaning.
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 | 24x6x4 |
| 3x5 Area Rug | 3'6" x 5'6" Rectangle | Rolled | 42x8x5 |
| 5x7 Area Rug | 5' x 7'6" Rectangle | Folded | 29.00000x25.00000x6.00000 |
| 6x9 Area Rug | 6' x 9' Rectangle | Rolled | 72x8x7 |
| 8 Runner | 2'6" x 8' Runner | Rolled | 30x8x6 |
| 8x10 Area Rug | 8' x 10' Rectangle | Folded | 28.00000x28.00000x10.00000 |
| 9x12 Area Rug | 8'10" x 12' Rectangle | Folded | 29.00000x12.00000x29.00000 |
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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Nissa Checkered Area Rug