Wool Shag Area Rugs

Wool Shag Rug

Wool shag rugs are works of art, especially those that are handmade. Wool flokati rugs have been around for centuries. Other types of wool shag rugs have been treasured around the world. What makes a wool shag rug so special? There are a few things...

Wool is and has been the preferred rug material choice of rug connoisseurs for centuries. Wool is a natural fiber. It typically comes from sheep but can also come from various types of goats and alpacas. It is a super-strong fiber that can withstand heat, moisture, dirt, stains and pet damage better than almost any other type of fiber. Wool can be dyed almost any color and it won't fade or run with exposure to sunlight and moisture. Some might be so bold as to call it the "?super fiber' of rug fibers.

All About Shag Rugs

Shag rugs have a lengthy history but they really gained attention in the 1960s and 1970s when entire homes would be carpeted in long fibered rugs. Shaggy wool rugs dotted the floors of living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and even bathrooms. The shag rug lost momentum in the 1980s and '90s but has fully made a comeback over the last 20 years. And modern wool shag rugs are better than ever. They come in a variety of soft textures and squishy lengths. You can find wool shag rugs in an assortment of styles--from traditional to bohemian--a wool shag rug can add softness and warmth to any space.

Falling For Flokati

Wool Flokati rugs are handwoven wool shag rugs that originate in Greece. They are cherished family treasures to be used as rugs as well as wall hangings and bed covers. Wool flokati rugs are woven using an age-old process where wool is handwoven, then loops are cut and the rug is carried to mountain waterfalls where it is washed for hours in deep streams. This process gives it its unique softness and lively look. Authentic flokati rugs are extraordinary and usually have a price tag to match. However, you can get the flokati look without breaking the bank. Many rug brands sell flokati style rugs without the whole mountain bath ritual, making them much more affordable.

Caring For Your Wool Shag Rug

Wool shag rugs are easy to care for. Wool is naturally stain- and dirt resistant so even white rugs can maintain their lustre with frequent vacuuming and a good shake out every now and then.

A wool shag rug will make your space more inviting by adding softness and warmth. No matter the room, you can't go wrong with a wool shag rug. Ready to start shopping? Use our handy filters to shop by color, style, size and more!