Where should I place a narrow wool floor runner?

These runners fit naturally into long hallways, narrow corridors, and entryways where their extended proportions protect high-traffic floorboards. They also serve effectively in galley kitchens or alongside large beds to add warmth and texture to bare floor surfaces.

How do I care for an antique wool runner?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush roll helps remove embedded dust and keeps the wool pile clean. Professional specialist cleaning is recommended every few years to preserve the natural lanolin and prevent dye migration in older textiles.

What periods do these runners come from?

The available pieces date from the late nineteenth century through the early decades of the twentieth century, specifically spanning the 1870s to the 1930s. This era encompasses traditional tribal weaving traditions alongside established regional Persian workshop productions.

How do I measure for a hallway runner?

Measure the clear length of your hallway while leaving a uniform border of exposed flooring around the perimeter of the rug. Ensure that doors opening into the space possess enough clearance above the pile thickness to move freely without obstruction.