The rug colors that are out – and what to pick instead – are right here. ... Kohta Flatweave Wool Rug. Terracotta is a lovely alternative to a neutral rug, it adds more depth and grounds a room.

If you’re looking for a plain wool rug in sophisticated colors, some of which can function as neutrals, consider Nordic Knots’ Grand rug, which at least three Strategist staffers own ...

Inspired by the unrushed quality of the natural process, this collection features an assortment of grounding solid designs.

Made of shaggy handspun wool colored with natural vegetable dyes, Gabbeh rugs weigh more than a pound per square foot. You can picture curling up under one on a cold night in the mountains. And ...

An average wool rug should last 100 years, he said, but antique washing “brings it down to 50.” Advertisement Of course, if you don’t like the rug now, having it look the way you want for 50 ...

You can make an heirloom braided rag rug from recycled wool blankets, skirts and suits. Originally published as "Country Lore: Recycled Wool Rugs Last Forever" December 2008/January 2009 MOTHER ...