Lornanne Modern Geometric High Pile Rug - Blush

This high pile geometric rug comes in our Blush colourway: a grid of raised diamonds in soft blush pink, charcoal, silver-grey and cream, framed by narrower grey bands. The diamonds and bands stand at different levels, giving the pattern a textured look with real dimension, so it reads as more than a flat print from across the room. The pile is long and deep, and the fibre is 100% polyester, which the maker chose for being low maintenance and hard-wearing. It comes in three rectangular sizes: 80 by 150cm, 120 by 170cm and 160 by 230cm.

The maker designed this rug to sit well in any room, so it is as much at home in a living room as in a bedroom or a study. The 80 by 150cm size is a good fit beside a bed or in front of a reading chair, where bare feet land first thing in the morning. The 120 by 170cm fills the floor in front of a sofa in a smaller room, while the 160 by 230cm is large enough to sit under the front legs of a sofa and armchairs, pulling a seating area together. Because the pink is balanced by greys and cream, it works with warm schemes and cool ones alike.

The pile stands 3.5cm tall and the rug is 4cm thick overall, which gives a soft, cushioned feel underfoot; check the gap beneath any door that will swing over it before you choose a spot. Care is gentle: the maker advises blotting spills straight away using a dry, clean cloth or sponge, keeping harsh chemicals away from the fibres and leaving heavy stains to a professional cleaner. Before ordering, mark out the size on the floor with masking tape to see how much of the room it will cover.

Will the 80 by 150cm size work in a hallway?

It can, in a wide entrance hall with room to spare, but it is a rectangle rather than a runner, so it suits a square hall or landing better than a long, narrow passage.

How should I vacuum a high pile rug like this?

The maker advises avoiding the beater bar, or raising the head as high as it will go, and using low suction where your vacuum offers it. Work along the full length, turn the rug and repeat, rather than dragging the head back and forth.

Do I need an underlay beneath it?

The maker recommends an underlay on every type of floor, as it adds cushioning and helps the rug wear well. On a smooth floor, an underlay also helps keep a rug in place.

Will the colours suit a room decorated in grey?

Yes, the charcoal and silver-grey diamonds tie it to grey walls and sofas, while the blush pink and cream diamonds add warmth so the room does not feel cold.