Red Afghan Belouch rug with geometric medallion center and patterned border.
Red Afghan Belouch rug with central medallion and repeating geometric border stripes.
Rectangular red Afghan Belouch rug with geometric motifs in navy and tan, angled view.
Close-up of red Afghan Belouch rug with repeating geometric figures in dark and tan tones.
Red Afghan Belouch rug border with patterned bands in navy and tan, woven edge detail.
Red Afghan Belouch rug corner showing geometric border and tightly woven edge.
Red Afghan Belouch rug fabric with geometric motifs beside measuring ruler for size.

Vendor:The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd

Handmade red Afghan Belouch mat

£75.00

Rug Size: 46 x 91cm

Underlay to match the size of this rug

Foxi Rug Underlay 125cm width roll

Size: A - 0.5 metre

£10.50

Your mind will be blown by the fineness of this handmade red Afghan Belouch mat. 

This tiny Afghan rug shows a bright red main colour along with additional shades of midnight, brown, cream and gold. The design is in keeping with the traditional colour scheme with a classic geometric theme with field of fifteen repeating emblems known as guls. 

Learn more about this handmade red Afghan Belouch mat

This small red Afghan rug was handmade in the vicinity of Herat, west Afghanistan. It was handwoven by a weaver of the Belouch tribe.

The Belouch are renowned for being prolific makers of many different types of textiles from rugs and carpets to saddle-bags and other tribal artefacts. 

This Belouch mat was most likely made for a purpose. It's amazing velvety fineness combined with it's shape, implies that it may well have been woven as a "Pushti" . This is the top of a cushion - these were usually remarkably fine hand-knotted piled weavings. 

Ideas where you can use this Afghan mat

This charming small rug is a useful size to pop down in all sorts of places in your home. 

You could use it as a door mat rug as it is warm and welcoming with a practical colour and design.

It is luxurious enough, however to use as a table decoration or perhaps over a piano stool. 

Key details: 

  • Country of origin: Afghanistan
  • Size: 46×91cm / 1’6″x3’0″
  • Thickness: 7mm
  • Pile: Wool, hand-knotted
  • Warps: Cotton
  • Age: Approximately 20 years old

 

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Frequently asked questions about Afghan rugs

Oriental rugs are renowned for their longevity and can often last for generations. 

I’d like to buy it, is the rug shown the rug I’ll get? 

Yes, all of our rugs are handmade and the vast majority are one-of-a-kind. This is the exact rug you will receive. No substitutions.

I’m interested in this rug, but would like to see it before I decide – can I come and see it at your shop? 

Of course! All of the rugs displayed and shown as in stock on our website are available to view and buy in-store.

How quickly will I receive my rug and how much does delivery cost? 

We aim to dispatch our Rugs as quickly as possible. Deliveries in the UK are generally achieved in 2-3 working days. Within the UK there is no carriage charge for rugs.

I’m not located in the UK, will you send it to destinations outside of the UK?

Please contact us, referencing which rug you would like to buy and your delivery address to find out shipping costs.

How long will my rug last? 

Hand-knotted Rugs and Handwoven Rugs are extremely long-lasting items. If properly looked after Oriental Rugs can outlive their owner and maybe even last for generations. In many cases rugs improve with age.

Will the colours of my rug fade? 

Handmade Oriental rugs will soften in colour over time. Of course, like any textile, if the rug is used in an area of strong sunlight, such as in a Conservatory for instance, the fading process will be more rapid. During days of strong sunshine, it is good practice to draw the curtains or blinds to keep your Oriental rug looking at its best.

Will the colours transfer onto the flooring underneath? 

This is a tricky one to answer! If only we had a crystal ball! There is a risk. Our rugs are all handmade and made with artisan dyes. All of our rugs are thoroughly washed prior to export and any excess dye should come out in the washing process. However, on the odd occasion, the dye can still sometimes transfer. This phenomenon is increased by humidity and temperature, and is regrettably irreversible. If you are concerned about this possibility, perhaps consider using an Underlay to put a barrier between the rug and the flooring/fitted carpet underneath.

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How do I care for my Afghan Rug

They are easy to care for, but here’s a few helpful pointers to keep your new Afghan rug looking great: 

Vacuum

Hoover it regularly – perhaps once a week. This is good practice as tiny dirt particles can cause premature wear. Vacuum it with just the nozzle suction, as rotating brushes can be abrasive. Try to keep the vacuum cleaner away from the fringes as this is probably the weakest point on an Oriental rug; fringes and vacuum cleaners don’t mix!

Rotate 

It is a good idea to rotate your Afghan rug on occasion. This will help prevent areas of concentrated wear. Foot shuffling when watching the TV is a prime culprit! Rotating your rug will also help to even-out any incremental changes in colour from exposure to sunlight.

Blot

Any spills should be blotted immediately: blot with kitchen towel or clean un-dyed absorbent cloth; avoid rubbing or scrubbing which can spread the spill or push the spill deeper into the rug.

Use a Rug Underlay

A good rug underlay will keep the rug in place, thereby preventing uneven wear and will help the rug keep from going out of shape.

Professional Cleaning

This is something that is required infrequently, perhaps every 3-5 years depending on use. Please contact us if you would like to have your rug cleaned as we offer a Rug Cleaning Service.