Looped rugs: how are they made? How can they be used in a furnishing project?
Materials and techniques — Mar 02.2025
With their characteristic appearance and original texture, looped rugs are an excellent solution for furnishing the spaces of the home or even a commercial business in a unique way.
Resistant and elegant, these textile products adapt perfectly to various environments, always adding warmth and improving the aesthetics of the space.
Looped rugs: what are they and what advantages do they offer?
Looped rugs are products that stand out for their workmanship and very distinctive appearance. That is to say? The surface of these types of rugs is characterised by curled fibres that form a sort of small loop. Together these curls create a very characteristic texture, perfect for giving personality to a room.
These rugs differ from those with a short pile because of the way they are finished at the end of the production process. While in short pile carpets the fibres are cut and levelled to limit thickness and obtain a uniform height, in looped models the tufts of fibres are left long, making the piece softer and more comfortable.
To make a looped rug, a frame is generally used, on which the weave is fixed and the weft is woven. This craftsmanship makes each rug unique and ensures excellent durability, with a level of resistance that varies according to the compactness of the workmanship.
Looped rugs are particularly resistant to wear and can also be used in high traffic areas such as entrances, corridors and living rooms. In these spaces, you can also benefit from the ‘camouflage’ effect provided by the curly surface of the carpet, which tends to better hide footprints and traces of dirt.
Although these are solid and long-lasting carpets, it is necessary to take precautions to avoid damaging them. In particular, it is advisable to avoid placing looped carpets in rooms where there are pets, as their claws can get stuck in the fibres and damage them.
Furthermore, again to preserve the appearance of the individual product, it is best to avoid placing it under heavy furniture or dragging weights over it.
How can looped rugs be used to enhance interior design?
Loop carpets are extremely versatile furnishing solutions and can be used both in the home and to complete the design of commercial spaces.
The fact that they are both elegant and resistant, as already mentioned, makes them ideal for high traffic areas such as entrances, corridors and living areas. However, they are also a valid option for more intimate spaces such as studies and bedrooms.
In the home, a rug of this kind, especially if it is a custom-made piece , can become the protagonist of a modern-style living room, managing to bring out the clean lines and minimalist design of the furniture. In particular, the uniform texture and soft finish of looped rugs adds warmth and depth without overloading the environment, creating a harmonious and very pleasant balance.
Another tip? These types of rugs can easily be combined with various furnishing styles. Which ones? One of the most natural combinations is with Scandinavian design, but these rugs also work very well in Japandi, contemporary and industrial style environments.
In shops or in public spaces such as restaurants and hotels, these rugs can be used successfully both to improve the atmosphere of the spaces in which they are placed and to delimit different areas.
How to choose the right model of looped rugs?
To bring warmth to domestic spaces, it is advisable to choose looped rugs made of wool. Why? In addition to being naturally warm and resistant, this fibre also guarantees thermal and acoustic insulation, is easy to clean and adapts to many different types of design. Excellent alternatives to wool are plant fibres, such as cotton and jute, which are perfect for those seeking a balance between sustainability, versatility and freshness.
To find the ideal rug for your home, it is essential to select the ideal palette and design for the space. Looped rugs in neutral shades make rooms cosy and sophisticated. If you want a touch of liveliness, you can consider more intense colours or geometric patterns.
The size and shape of the rug should also be chosen carefully, to ensure that they are in proportion to the available space. In a living room, a large rug that extends under the main furniture can visually unite the area, while in a bedroom, a rug partially placed under the bed adds comfort and defines the space.
More generally, to choose the ideal looped rugs you need to bear in mind the desired effect in the room, and then remember the sensations you want to arouse in those who will live in the house.
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