Delmenne Boucle Sisal Rug - Cream with Beige Border

Our Delmenne rug pairs a cream field with a beige border, and its whole surface is woven in small, tight loops that give it a quiet, nubbly texture in place of a pattern. The loops sit in neat rows, so the rug reads as plain from across the room and textured up close. The blend is 49% sisal, 41% wool and 10% polyester, and the maker tells us the looped weave feels a little softer to walk on than its standard sisal while keeping the same toughness. It comes in four sizes: 80 by 150cm, 120 by 170cm, 160 by 230cm and 200 by 290cm.

The maker recommends it for the busier parts of a home: a living room, a hallway or a kitchen, where a pale rug still has to cope with daily footfall. The 80 by 150cm size fits a wide hallway or the space just inside a front door, and 120 by 170cm sits neatly in front of an armchair or under a coffee table. Choose 160 by 230cm to take the front legs of a sofa, or 200 by 290cm to ground a larger living room or go under a dining table. In a kitchen, place it well away from the sink, because this rug must be kept dry.

The rug is 1cm thick, so check the clearance under any door that has to swing across it. Care is simple but specific: vacuum it regularly with an ordinary floor tool, working in one direction and never back and forth, and keep it dry. For a serious spill or a stain, the maker advises professional cleaning. To move or store it, roll it up; never fold it. On a smooth floor, an underlay helps keep it in place, and a quick measure of the space before you order is the surest way to land on the right size.

Is this sisal and wool rug soft enough for bare feet?

It is gentler than you might expect from sisal, because 41% of the blend is wool and the looped surface has a little more give. It still feels firmer and more textured than a plush wool rug, which many people like for its crisp character.

Can I put the Delmenne rug in the washing machine?

No. This rug needs to be kept dry, so it should never go in the washing machine or be soaked. Regular vacuuming keeps it looking its best, and the maker suggests a professional cleaner for anything serious.

Can I turn this rug over and use the reverse side?

No. The reverse is a tan, grid-like backing rather than a second woven face, so the rug lies one way up, with the cream loops and beige border on top.

How do I choose between the two larger sizes?

Mark each size out on the floor with tape or a sheet and walk around it. If only the front feet of the sofa and chairs will rest on the rug, 160 by 230cm usually works; for furniture sitting fully on it, 200 by 290cm gives more room.