Temanne Modern Low Pile Geometric Abstract Rug - Navy

Temanne is a modern geometric rug in navy: uneven blocks and slim bars of deep navy sit on a paler, greyish blue ground. They run at changing angles, some upright and some sideways, so the pattern reads as abstract rather than a strict grid. Set against each other, the two blues give the surface a textured, layered look. The low pile is 100% polyester, soft and close underfoot, and the rug is machine woven, finished with a neat bound edge in the paler blue. We offer it in three sizes: 80 by 150cm, 120 by 170cm and 160 by 230cm.

The maker intends this rug for rooms that see plenty of coming and going, so it suits a family living room or a well used bedroom as readily as a quiet study. The 80 by 150cm size sits neatly beside a bed or in front of an armchair, the 120 by 170cm fits under a coffee table in a smaller living room, and the 160 by 230cm is large enough to lie under a sofa with space for a coffee table on it too. The deep navy grounds a room with a pale floor or light walls, while the paler blue keeps the rug from feeling heavy.

Underneath the 9mm polyester pile is a backing of cotton and polyester, and the whole rug measures 2cm thick, so check the gap under any door that will open across it. For everyday care, the maker advises blotting spills straight away with a clean, dry cloth or sponge, keeping harsh chemicals well away and calling in a professional cleaner for heavy stains. Before you order, mark the size out on the floor with masking tape to see how it sits with your furniture. On a smooth floor, an underlay helps keep a rug in place, and the maker recommends one on every surface for extra cushioning and longer wear.

How should I vacuum this rug?

The maker advises vacuuming without a beater bar, or with the brush set to its highest pile setting, and on low power where your machine allows it. Work along the full length of the rug, turn it and repeat, rather than dragging the head back and forth.

Is the pattern printed or woven?

Woven. The maker describes this rug as machine woven, so the navy blocks and paler blue ground are formed in the polyester pile itself rather than printed on the surface, and the pattern runs right through to the bound edge.

Is polyester a hard wearing choice for a busy room?

The maker gave this rug a pile of 100% polyester with durability and comfort in mind, and intends it for rooms with a lot of footfall, which makes it a sensible choice for a family living room or a busy bedroom.

Can this rug go in a bathroom or conservatory?

This is an indoor rug for dry rooms, so we would keep it to living rooms, bedrooms and studies rather than a bathroom, a wet room or a conservatory where it could be exposed to damp.