Product details
The Bric Abstract blue large area rug brings the soft, textured feel of hand-knotted wool to high-traffic rooms while sidestepping the maintenance and cost barriers traditional knotted pieces impose. An area rug is a floor covering that defines zones within a room, absorbs sound, and grounds furniture arrangements, and this piece does all three through power-loomed construction that holds up to daily use. This rug is available at Sideboards and Things with free shipping.
Bric Abstract Blue Large Area Rug Features:
- Available Sizes: 2'6" x 8', 2'6" x 10', 5' x 8', 8' x 10', 9' x 12', 10' x 13'
- Primary Material: 80% New Zealand Wool, 20% Tencel/Nylon/Wool blend
- Color: Blue, Grey, Cream
- Construction: Power loomed with hand-finished edges
- Pattern/Design: Abstract distressed with variegated blue, grey, and cream
- Pile Height: Medium
- Backing: Latex
- Washable: No (spot clean only)
- Indoor/Outdoor Rating: Indoor only
- Style: Abstract, Distressed
- Assembly Required: No
- Country of Origin: India
Why Choose This Rug from Sideboards and Things?
The Bric rug is hand-washed multiple times using traditional paddle-scraping techniques that replicate the aged, dimensional texture of heirloom knotted rugs, so you get authentic character without fragility. The latex backing and side-woven edges prevent curling and extend the rug's life in hallways, living rooms, and open-plan spaces where daily foot traffic demands real resilience. Pair it with wooden sideboards and LOOMLAN rugs to anchor neutral upholstery, or layer it under furniture collections in great rooms where the variegated blue, grey, and cream tones define conversation zones without overwhelming existing decor.
How to Size and Place This Rug
For standard living rooms, the 8' x 10' or 9' x 12' sizes allow front furniture legs to rest on the rug while maintaining twelve to eighteen inches of floor clearance at walls. In a twelve-by-sixteen-foot living room, the 9' x 12' centers under a coffee table with sofa and chair legs resting fully on the rug, grounding the seating area and absorbing sound. The 10' x 13' size suits open-concept spaces where you need to define dining and seating zones with clearance between them, while the 2'6" x 8' and 2'6" x 10' runners work in hallways and galley spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between a sideboard, a credenza, and a buffet?
- A sideboard is a low storage cabinet for dining rooms, a credenza is a sideboard without legs (or with very short ones), and a buffet is interchangeable with sideboard -- all three hold dishes, linens, and serving pieces.
- Does this rug arrive assembled?
- Yes, the rug arrives ready to unroll and place with no assembly required.
- How do I care for the wool finish on this rug?
- Spot clean with mild detergent and water, blotting rather than scrubbing, and schedule professional cleaning annually to preserve the hand-washed texture and natural stain resistance of the New Zealand wool.
- What size rug do I need for a living room?
- The 8' x 10' or 9' x 12' sizes suit most living rooms, allowing front furniture legs to rest on the rug while leaving twelve to eighteen inches of exposed floor at the walls.
- How is this rug shipped?
- The rug ships via free curbside delivery to the continental USA, with in-room placement and packaging removal available as optional paid add-on services upon request.
- Can I use this rug outdoors?
- No, the Bric is rated for indoor use only; the latex backing and wool blend require indoor conditions to maintain durability and appearance.