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The Red Stone rug guide

Choose beautifully.
Live with it easily.

A practical guide to vintage Turkish rug sizes, placement, natural character and care.

01

Choose 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.

02

Read 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.

03

Understand 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.

04

Match 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.

05

Care 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.

06

Use 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.

Before you order

Make the room visible on the floor.

Mark the listed width and length with painter’s tape. Walk around it, open nearby doors and check the furniture placement. This five-minute test prevents most sizing mistakes.

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