01Choose the right size
Start with the furniture, not the empty floor. In a living room, let at least the front legs of the seating rest on the rug. For a dining room, allow enough rug beyond the table for chairs to stay on the surface when pulled out. In a hallway, leave a visible border of floor around the runner.
02Read every measurement
Vintage rugs are handmade, so their four sides may vary slightly. We provide measurements in centimeters and feet/inches and note natural differences. Painter’s tape on the floor is the simplest way to test the exact footprint before ordering.
03Understand vintage character
Softened colors, gentle wear, small repairs and slight irregularities are signs of a rug’s handmade history. They are not factory defects. Every Red Stone rug is individually photographed so you can review its real surface, edges and reverse.
04Match the rug to the room
Area rugs anchor seating and bedrooms. Runners add warmth to halls, kitchens and stairs. Small rugs work beside beds and entrances, while round and semicircle shapes soften square rooms and doorways.
05Care for wool gently
Vacuum on low suction without a rotating beater bar. Rotate the rug occasionally for even light and wear. Blot spills immediately with a clean undyed cloth; do not rub. For deep cleaning, use a professional experienced with handmade wool rugs.
06Use a rug pad
A quality non-slip pad protects the weave, reduces movement and makes the rug feel more comfortable underfoot. Choose a pad slightly smaller than the rug so it remains hidden at the edges.