Rugsville Southwestern Multi Handmade Dhurrie Carpet 5' x 8'
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Indian flatweave technique sits between household craft and palace commission. The dhurrie was woven in every region of the subcontinent, with each district settling on its own range of motif and palette over centuries of slow refinement. The form is the oldest carpet language native to the country.
Two weavers worked the rug across four to five weeks on a horizontal loom. There is no pile and no knot; the design is built into the weft and packed down with a wooden beater after each row. The structure is reversible by design and lays close to the floor without bulk. The wool was hand-spun and dyed in small batches before any of it reached the warp. The flat construction reads as cloth more than carpet and ages by softening rather than by wearing.
The composition
The principal colour is a multi-toned palette. Around it the secondary palette is held in restrained register, so the rug carries one structural value and the geometry serves it rather than the reverse. Hand-spun wool tightens into the foundation as the piece settles in, and the surface continues to change in tone across the first year of normal use. Up close the surface carries the trace of every step of the hand process; from across the room it gathers into one settled colour.
The piece in a room
At 5' x 8' the piece works as the conversation floor of a contemporary flat. The composition extends past the front of the seating arrangement, with enough margin between sofa edge and rug border that the design reads whole. Pairs naturally with brass, walnut, and brushed bronze; reads cleanly against pale lime-washed walls.
Care
The rug is reversible by construction. Rotate or flip end for end every six months for even ageing across the field. Vacuum weekly on suction only. Blot spills immediately with a clean dry cloth and a mild detergent solution; do not rub or scrub. Dry clean professionally every three years to clear the weft and refresh the dye saturation.
Reference
- Medium: hand-woven wool flatweave
- Dimensions: 5' x 8' (152 x 244 cm)
- Construction: weft-faced flatweave, no pile
- Hands: 2 weavers, four to five weeks
- Pile: none, flatweave structure
- Origin: India
Free shipping pan-India. Cash on delivery available. Seven days to return or exchange after delivery.
| Handmade | Yes |
|---|---|
| Color | Multi |
| Colors | Multi |
| Life Stage | Adult, Teen |
| Carpet Styles | Bohemian |
| Carpet Weave | Hand Woven |
| Carpet Material | Wool |
| Recommended Use | Indoor |
| Carpet Shape | Rectangle |
| Collections | Dhurrie |
| Brand | Rugsville |
Day-to-day care
- Vacuum gently once a week without a rotating brush bar — use the suction-only setting on hand-knotted or hand-tufted pieces.
- Rotate the rug 180° every 3-6 months so foot traffic and sunlight wear is even.
- Use a quality rug pad underneath for slip resistance and to extend life.
- Blot fresh spills immediately with a clean white cloth — do not rub. Work from the edge of the spill inward.
Deep cleaning
- Professional dry-cleaning is recommended every 12-24 months for hand-knotted carpets.
- Avoid steam cleaners and hot water on natural-fibre rugs (wool, silk, jute) — they can cause shrinkage and dye bleeding.
- For washable flat-weaves and cotton dhurries, machine-wash on a gentle cold cycle in a mesh bag.
Storage
- Roll (do not fold) the carpet around a clean cardboard tube, pile-side in.
- Wrap in breathable cotton sheeting (not plastic) and store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space.
- Use moth-protection sachets if storing wool for more than a season.
For specific concerns, please message us on WhatsApp with a photo of the issue.
Frequently asked
How long will shipping take?
Most metros (Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata) receive their order in 3-5 business days. Tier-2 cities take 5-7 business days, and remote pin codes (J&K, North-East, Andamans) take 7-10 business days. Use the pin-code checker above for a concrete delivery date.
Will the colour exactly match the photo?
Each carpet is hand-crafted with natural-dye yarns, so a small variation in shade, pattern density, and tone is expected and is part of the authenticity of a handmade piece. Colours on screen also vary by monitor and lighting. If you are matching a specific decor, request a yarn sample before ordering.
Can I get a sample before buying?
Yes — we send 2-3 small yarn / pile samples for ₹500 (refundable against your purchase). Message us on WhatsApp with the SKU and your shipping pin code to arrange a sample.
What is your returns process?
Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery in original condition (rolled, not folded; no pet hair, smoke, or stains). Email care@rugsville.in or message us on WhatsApp with your order number — we arrange free reverse pickup in most pin codes. Refunds are processed within 3-5 working days of receipt at our warehouse.
Do you take custom orders?
Yes. Custom-size, custom-colour, and custom-design hand-knotted carpets typically take 4-8 weeks depending on size and complexity. Minimum custom-order size is 4'×6'. Send us your brief on WhatsApp with the room photo and dimensions for a quote.
Is Cash on Delivery (COD) available?
COD is available for most pin codes in zones A and B (metros and tier-2 cities). Some remote pin codes are prepaid only — the pin-code checker above will tell you immediately.
Have a question about this carpet?
We are happy to answer questions about size, material, weave technique, sample availability, custom orders, lead times, or anything else. Average reply time is under 30 minutes during business hours (10am – 7pm IST).
Or email care@rugsville.in
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