Heathered-look pure wool Dorset rug 152 x 245 cm product image (primary)
Rectangular low-pile heathered rug visible on the floor in front of the sofa; light base with darker speckled pattern covering the foreground and extending under furniture.

Gus*

Heathered-Look Pure Wool Dorset Rug 152 X 245 Cm

CA$1,130.00CAD
In Stock

The Dorset rug is a rectangular area rug made from 100% New Zealand wool, measuring 60 x 96 inches (152 x 245 cm). It features a low-pile, heathered construction with muted earth tones, hand-bound edges, and is pre-washed to reduce shedding. Designed for placement in high-traffic areas, it provides durable, versatile floor coverage for living and dining spaces.

Color
Earth tones
Material
100% New Zealand wool
Style
mid-century-modern, classic, retro
Category
Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Color

Taupe

Size

152X245CM

Specifications

A classic and unique rug with a heathered-look, made from 100% New Zealand wool, featuring a muted earth-tone palette and mid-century modern aesthetic.

Hand-bound edges; pre-washed to minimize shedding and odors; suitable for high-traffic areas; elegant design with retro accents.

Color
Earth tones · brown
Material
100% New Zealand wool
Style
mid-century-modern, classic, retro
Gender
unisex
Condition
new
Category
Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Additional Attributes

  • 100% New Zealand wool
  • Hand-bound edges
  • Pre-washed to eliminate shedding and odours
  • Designed in Canada
  • Made in India
  • Muted colour palette
  • Flecked look
  • Retro accents
  • Mid-century modern aesthetic
  • Rug pad recommended

Product Insights

The Dorset rug is a handwoven New Zealand wool rug with a heathered pattern that conceals dirt and a lanolin coating that repels spills, offering over 30 years of durability thanks to natural fiber crimp and hand-bound edges. Its core promise is lasting beauty with minimal visible wear, but the tradeoff is a need for quarterly rotation, indirect sunlight, and weekly vacuuming to prevent fading and moth damage. At CA$1,130, it provides hand-bound edges and pre-washing typically absent from comparably priced rugs, making it a value-driven choice for high-traffic areas.

Verified claims

Stain resistance
Lanolin in New Zealand wool repels liquids, providing a window to blot spills before they stain.
Pile resilience
Natural wool crimp prevents permanent pile flattening from foot traffic.
Pre-wash
Pre-wash removes lint and lanolin, so rug arrives comfortable.
Color clarity
White base, even dye, and pre-wash ensure clear color.
Color longevity
Structural weave, crimp rebound, and rotation prevent uneven fading.
Unique handwoven pattern
No two rugs have an identical handwoven fleck pattern.
Durability
Handwoven New Zealand wool with hand-bound edges and natural-crimp pile lasts 30+ years.
Dirt concealment
Mottled heathered pattern hides dust and crumbs between vacuums, ideal for high-traffic areas.
Value
At CA$1,130, the Dorset includes hand-bound edges, unlike comparable rugs at this price.
Edge finish
Invisible hand-bound edge maintains the rug's clean mid-century lines.
Construction
Handwoven construction with hand-bound edges, no latex backing, residential lifespan 30+ years.
Longevity care
Rug pad, furniture protectors, quarterly rotation, and moth prevention extend usable life.
Dirt hiding
The variegated heathered pattern camouflages daily dirt, crumbs, and wear.
Stain defense
Lanolin in the wool helps spills bead up for easier blotting.
Warm undertone
The Taupe color is a warm, muted neutral that stays warm over years.
Pattern uniqueness
No two Dorset rugs have the exact same taupe fleck arrangement.
Price advantage
Saves ~25% vs US price and adds hand-bound edges and pre-washing over similarly-priced domestic rugs.
Appearance
The handwoven heathered pattern hides dirt and produces clear earth tones, with each rug being unique.
Moth prevention
Vacuum weekly and use cedar or lavender for storage to prevent moths.
Sunlight and rotation
Rotate quarterly and avoid direct sun to prevent uneven fading.
Furniture indentations
Rug protectors and rotation prevent permanent furniture indentations.
Rug pad benefits
A rug pad improves air circulation to prevent mildew and cushions wear to extend the rug's life.
Shedding
Factory pre-wash eliminates most shedding; a rug pad further reduces loose fibers.
Vacuuming
Suction-only vacuuming protects the pile; weekly vacuuming deters moth damage.
Stain removal
Blot spills immediately and spot clean with wool-safe detergent; professional cleaning is recommended for deep stains.
Biodegradability
100% New Zealand wool rug biodegrades within months and returns nutrients to soil.
Handwoven uniqueness
Toronto-designed rug handwoven in India; each fleck pattern is unique.
Hand-finishing
Hand-bound edges and pre-wash make the rug durable and ready to use.

Product record

Title
Heathered-Look Pure Wool Dorset Rug 152 X 245 Cm
Brand
Gus*
Price
1130 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Heathered-look pure wool Dorset rug 152 x 245 cm product image (primary)
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Product

Rectangular low-pile heathered rug visible on the floor in front of the sofa; light base with darker speckled pattern covering the foreground and extending under furniture.

  • Shape and placementRectangular floor rug seen from above at a shallow angle, occupying the full image width in the foreground and extending partially under the sofa and small table.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.76 · w 1.00 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Surface textureLow-pile woven surface with a heathered, irregular speckled pattern made of lighter and darker yarns producing a subtly variegated finish.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.80 · w 0.94 · h 0.17 (high)
  • Pattern detailDense fine mottled pattern composed of light neutral background threads with scattered medium-to-dark brown flecks creating a salt-and-pepper look.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.76 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Visible edgeFront edge of the rug is visible along the bottom of the image and appears straight and aligned with the frame of the shot.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.96 · w 1.00 · h 0.04 (medium)

Other

Staged living room scene with a cognac leather sofa, small wooden side table, framed landscape print on the wall, and a hanging pendant light; soft even lighting and minimal shadows.

  • SofaThree-seat cognac-colored leather sofa with loose seat cushions, visible seam lines, low block legs, and a single textured lumbar throw pillow placed on the right seat.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.88 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Coffee table and objectsSmall round nested wooden side table positioned in front of the sofa with a small potted plant in a ribbed light-gold pot and a decorative rounded object on top.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Wall artFramed rectangular landscape print with a dark thin frame hung centered above the sofa.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.33 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Pendant lightSingle suspended tiered pendant light with a textured brown material hanging above the right side of the sofa from a thin black cord.
    1 regionx 0.70 · y 0.03 · w 0.12 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft even studio lighting with minimal directional shadows visible under the coffee table legs and sofa feet.
  • Shot compositionCentered composition with sofa aligned horizontally across the midline, rug foreground occupying the bottom third, and generous negative wall space above.

Colors

light warm beige· rug background#C2B5ABmedium warm brown· rug flecks#93857B
Heathered-look pure wool Dorset rug 152 x 245 cm product image 2
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Product

Close-up of a heathered, looped-pile wool area rug laid flat on the floor; visible chunky weave with mixed light and dark yarns producing a mottled, grid-like pattern.

  • Pile and textureThick, looped wool pile with a chunky, uneven texture; loops create a raised, nubby surface visible across the rug.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Heathered color mixInterwoven yarns of light ivory/cream, warm tan, and medium brown create a heathered, speckled appearance with subtle tonal variations.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.74 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Weave patternIrregular grid-like pattern formed by clusters of darker yarns arranged in loose horizontal and vertical groupings rather than strict rows.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Edge occlusionRug extends to image edges at bottom and right; upper-left area is partially covered by a leather sofa and is not fully visible.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high)

Other

Staged interior scene showing part of a leather sofa and potted plants on top of the rug; soft, even lighting with minor shadowing from furniture.

  • Sofa visiblePartial view of a tan/cognac leather sofa seat and rounded arm with black cylindrical legs seated on the rug at the upper-left quadrant.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.49 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Potted plantsThree potted plants placed on the rug near the upper-right quadrant; visible green foliage and small round ceramic pots.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting with mild shadows under the sofa legs and plant pots, indicating light from above and slightly left.
  • Shot compositionDownward angled crop focused on rug surface with furniture and plants used as props; image is vertically oriented.

Colors

ivory/cream· primary background yarn#F2ECE4warm medium brown· accent yarndark brown-gray· dark flecks
Heathered-look pure wool Dorset rug 152 x 245 cm product image 3
03

Product

Rectangular area rug shown flat from above with a low, tightly woven heathered texture in interwoven light and dark yarns; narrow self-bound edge and faint short-edge fringe visible.

  • Overall shapeRectangular rug shown in a full top-down view, edges visible on all sides with slight rounded corners.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.94 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Pile and weaveLow pile with a dense, flat woven appearance; surface shows a small-scale irregular grid of light and dark yarns creating a heathered, speckled pattern.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.80 · h 0.80 (high)
  • Color patternEvenly distributed mix of off-white, light beige and darker taupe/brown flecks forming a subtle variegated field rather than an obvious repeat motif.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Edge finishNarrow self-bound edge running around the perimeter, slightly darker than the lightest field yarns and consistent in width.
    2 regionsx 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.94 · h 0.02 (medium); x 0.03 · y 0.96 · w 0.94 · h 0.04 (medium)
  • Short-edge fringeVery short fringe or loose yarn ends visible along the top and bottom short edges, subtle and low-profile.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.12 · h 0.03 (medium); x 0.44 · y 0.97 · w 0.12 · h 0.03 (medium)

Other

Product photographed on a white background with a soft drop shadow; centered, well lit, slight vignette and no props.

  • Background and shadowRug photographed on a clean white background with a soft diffuse drop shadow visible around the rug edges, lifting the rug visually off the background.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionTop-down framing with the rug centered and filling most of the image area; small uniform margins on all sides.
  • LightingEven, diffuse lighting with minimal visible specular highlights and consistent exposure across the rug surface.

Colors

off-white cream· background fieldlight beige· mid-tone yarns#D2C4BCtaupe brown· dark flecks#7B6C64

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/rugs/area-rugs/up-to-5-x-8/heathered-look-pure-wool-dorset-rug-152-x-245-cm--19249-25402001?colourId=0
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