Rugs woven of natural plant fibers that were originally used as doormats. Jute is grown in areas of southern Asia. The fibers are then stripped from their stalks and can be spun into yarn or rope.
, Olefin
A synthetic fiber made from alkenes. Advantages of olefin are its strength, colorfastness, comfort, stain, mildew, abrasion and sunlight resistance. Also referred to as polypropylene.
, Polyester
The most widely used synthetic fiber in the USA. Polyester fibers are often spun together with natural fibers, e.g., cotton, to produce a cloth with blended properties.
Construction: Machine Made
Rugs woven on power-looms controlled by a computer. The computer controls which colors are woven into the fabric and where. Machine-made rugs can be made quickly, and are offered in many materials including heat-set polypropylene, art silk wool and synthetic.
Origin: Saudi Arabia
Description: Spangles Shimmer Coffee Stripe Contemporary Olefin Shag Rug - A blend of ultra soft fine yarn is combined with two-ply heat set olefin to create a rich textured cut and loop shag.