Brown and orange Balouch mat from Afghanistan with Bokhara design.
A rectangular afghan wool rug with a dark red/brown and orange geometric pattern, shown on a plain white background.
A close-up of a patterned rug showing a dark burgundy-brown field with repeating geometric motifs in red, orange, cream, and small olive green accents, bordered by red bands with decorative elements.
A close-up of a patterned afghan rug showing a dark brown/plum-purple field with orange, red, beige, and green geometric motifs and borders.
A close-up of a patterned rug corner showing a dark plum field with repeating geometric medallions in orange, cream, and green, plus a bold orange and dark border.
A close-up of a dark patterned rug with geometric motifs in red, orange, cream, and green, shown with a metal L-square ruler to indicate scale.

Vendor:The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd

Balouch mat from Afghanistan

£59.99

Rug Size: 48 x 95cm

Underlay to match the size of this rug

Foxi Rug Underlay 90cm width roll

Size: A - 0.5 metre

£7.50

Intriguing design and outstanding value, this small decorative Afghan Belouch rug has been masterfully hand-knotted in Afghanistan by the Belouch Tribes.

This one of a kind mat is in an extremely useful size and would particularly make for a superb option as a door mat...

Colours and Design: 

This eye-catching Belouch mat features strikingly rich colours in a geometric traditional Bokhara design of 9 gul motifs set in to a main brown field with vibrant orange, olive green and cream.

Where is this Belouch from?

Afghan Belouch Rugs are woven near Herat, West Afghanistan. 

In appearance Afghan Belouch Rugs are quite often dark in tones and appearance, yet the designs created are vast.  Every Belouch rug is quite unique and individual; making them very entrancing rugs!

Additional Information:

As well as rugs, the Belouch weavers also make great Prayer rugs, khorjins (saddle-bags), namakdans (salts bags), chanteh (small bags) and other tribal type trappings.  Afghan Belouch Rugs are designed to be lightweight, thin in pile and pliable enough to fold as the Nomadic Afghan Belouch tribes move around and therefore the rug made need to be portable.

Afghan Belouch Rugs have always represented some of the best value types of handmade rugs that you add able to buy.

Key rug details

  • Country of origin: Vicinity of Herat, Afghanistan
  • Dimensions: 48x95cm / 1’7″x3’1″
  • Thickness: 8mm
  • Pile: Hand knotted wool
  • Weft: Wool
  • Age: Approx. 20 years old - full pile


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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.