Description
Our Clirbenne rug brings a traditional floral design to the floor in a cream and beige colourway. A central medallion sits on a cream ground, ringed by trailing flowers, leaves and scrolling stems, and the whole field is framed by an ornate border. Most of the palette is quiet and natural, with soft greys alongside the cream and beige, while small touches of blue, maroon and green bring the pattern to life. The design is printed onto a chenille surface that the maker says is soft but built to take wear, and the fibre is 100% polyester. It comes in two sizes: 120 by 170cm and 160 by 230cm.
The maker names the kitchen, the hallway, the dining room and the living room as the places for this rug, all rooms that see steady footfall and the odd dropped drink. The 120 by 170cm size fits a kitchen floor clear of the units or a generous entrance hall. The 160 by 230cm size is the one to choose for a dining table, giving the chairs more room to slide back before their legs leave the rug. What you gain is a traditional pattern that can go through your washing machine, so a rug in a busy room can be freshened at home instead of being sent away.
Underneath, the chenille sits on a non-slip backing, and the whole rug is 2mm thick. That slim profile keeps it close to the floor, so most internal doors should pass over it, though it is worth checking the gap before you order. When it needs a clean, the maker's care is to machine wash it at 30°C and never to use bleach. Before you choose a size, measure the space and mark the outline with masking tape so you can picture how it will sit. On a smooth floor such as tiles or laminate, an underlay helps keep a rug in place.
Specification
| Design |
Clirbenne |
| Colour |
Cream & Beige |
| Sizes |
120 x 170cm, 160 x 230cm |
| Material |
100% Polyester |
| Thickness |
2mm |
| Care |
Machine washable at 30°C; Do not use bleach |
| Warnings |
Keep away from children under 36 months as fibres may shed. |
| Made In |
China |
Frequently Asked
What is chenille, and how does it feel underfoot?
Chenille is a yarn whose short fibres stand out along its length, giving a velvety surface that catches the light softly. On this rug the pattern is printed onto the chenille, so the flowers and border sit right on that soft surface.
Will the pattern help hide everyday marks?
A busy floral print in several soft tones tends to disguise small marks and crumbs better than a plain cream rug would, which helps in a kitchen or dining room between washes.
Which colours will suit this rug?
The cream and beige ground sits easily with white, grey and warm wood, while the blue, maroon and green give you accent colours to pick up in cushions, curtains or tableware.
Which size works best with a sofa?
The 160 by 230cm size is usually large enough for the front legs of a sofa and armchairs to rest on it, which draws a seating area together. The 120 by 170cm size suits sitting in front of a sofa beneath a coffee table.