Where should I place a passage runner rug?

These long formats suit hallways, corridors and landings where floor protection and visual interest are needed. They direct movement and soften sound on bare wooden floorboards. Measuring the exact clearance of doors and baseboards ensures the narrow proportions sit comfortably without obstructing daily traffic.

How do I care for a wool runner?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush roll keeps dust from settling into the wool pile. Professional cleaning maintains the natural lanolin and dyed fibres. Using a suitable underlay prevents sliding on hard floors and reduces friction between the cotton foundation and the boards beneath.

What periods do these runners come from?

The available selection spans the nineteenth century and the early decades of the twentieth century. Pieces represent traditional workshops active from the 1880s through to the 1930s. Design motifs and structure help attribute these older floor coverings to specific regional weaving traditions.

Are these runners made of wool?

The pile is spun from pure wool, providing a soft yet resilient surface for heavy foot traffic. Cotton foundations offer the necessary tensile strength for long, narrow formats. Natural materials absorb traditional dyes uniformly, resulting in the mellow palette characteristic of older woven carpets.