Lornanne Modern Geometric High Pile Rug - Navy

This high pile rug sets navy, cream and two shades of grey into a bold diamond pattern. Each block of colour sits at its own level, so the design stands out in relief. Navy is the strongest tone, framed by a cream and grey lattice that keeps the overall effect bright rather than heavy. The pile is 100% polyester yarn with a gentle sheen, giving real depth and a textured feel underfoot. It comes in three rectangular sizes: 80 by 150cm, 120 by 170cm and 160 by 230cm.

The maker sees this rug working in any room, and we think it does its best work wherever a hard floor needs warmth and pattern. The 80 by 150cm size suits the side of a bed, a reading corner or a quiet spot by an armchair. The 120 by 170cm sits neatly in front of a two-seater sofa or fills the middle of a smaller bedroom. The 160 by 230cm is large enough to sit under the front legs of a three-seater sofa with a coffee table on top, pulling a living room seating area together. With navy, grey and cream in the mix, it settles easily into blue, grey or neutral schemes and looks equally at home on pale or dark wooden floors.

Overall the rug is 4cm thick, with a 3.5cm pile, so check the gap under any door that needs to open across it before you choose a spot. That depth is what gives the pattern its raised look, and it rewards a little care: the maker advises blotting spills straight away with a clean, dry cloth or sponge and keeping harsh chemicals well away from the yarn. Before ordering, mark the size you have in mind on the floor with masking tape, then walk round it for a day to be sure it fills the space the way you want.

How should I vacuum this rug?

Use a low power setting and either switch off the beater bar or raise it to the highest pile setting. The maker suggests vacuuming along the full length, turning the rug and repeating, rather than dragging the head back and forth across the raised pattern.

Do I need an underlay with this rug?

The maker recommends a gripping rug underlay on every type of floor. It helps keep the rug in place, adds a layer of cushioning and helps the pile wear better over time.

What should I do about a heavy stain?

For anything more than a fresh spill, the maker recommends professional cleaning, so leave stubborn marks to a specialist rug cleaner rather than scrubbing at the high pile yourself.

How much floor should show around the rug?

As a general guide, leave an even strip of bare floor on every side, roughly the same width all round, so the diamond pattern sits framed within the room rather than pressed against the walls.