Simons Maison
Ancestral Medallions Rug See Available Sizes
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CA$178.00CAD
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This Ancestral Medallions Rug is a rectangular area rug in a deep red color, made from easy-care, durable polypropylene. It features framed graphic medallions inspired by nomadic traditions, with a cream fringe along the edge. Available in multiple sizes, this rug is intended for use as a floor covering in residential spaces and is available for online purchase only.
Color
Patterned Red
Size
150X215CM245X305CM200X290CM
Specifications
- Material
- 100% polypropylene
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
This low-pile polypropylene rug combines traditional nomadic 'gul' symbolism with celestial motifs, inspired by Bukhara medallions, offering a deep red ground and octagonal designs. Its solution-dyed color resists fading and chemical damage, while spills bead up for easy blotting and dried stains can be scrubbed without harm. The non-shedding fiber withstands beater-bar vacuuming and bleach, making it ideal for pet accidents and high-traffic areas. Edge binding wears first, but the pile lasts 10–15 years. Available in three sizes—150×215 cm for accents, 200×290 cm for medium rooms, and 245×305 cm for large spaces and queen beds—the largest size costs $348 CAD, a ~50% premium over mass-market polypropylene. The tradeoff: a smooth, moderately soft underfoot feel that is less plush than wool but softer than jute, prioritizing durability and easy maintenance over luxury texture.
Verified claims
- Symbolism
- Medallions feature traditional nomadic 'gul' symbolism with celestial and tribal meaning.
- Size fit
- 150×215 cm for accents, 200×290 cm for medium living and dining, 245×305 cm for large spaces and queen beds.
- Stain handling
- Spills bead up for easy blotting; dried stains can be scrubbed without damage.
- Routine care
- Low-pile, non-shedding fiber allows simple beater-bar vacuuming.
- Durability
- Edge binding shows wear first, but the pile can last 10–15 years.
- Color fastness
- Solution-dyed colour resists fading and chemical damage.
- Competitive price
- 245x305 cm at $348 CAD carries a ~50% premium over mass-market polypropylene rugs.
- Design authenticity
- Deep red ground and octagonal medallions inspired by nomadic Bukhara traditions.
- Underfoot feel
- Smooth, moderately soft low-pile surface — less plush than wool but softer than jute.
- Spill resistance
- Liquids bead on the surface, letting you blot accidents before they soak in.
- Maintenance
- Non-shedding polypropylene withstands scrubbing, beater-bar vacuuming, and bleach without color loss.
- Colorfastness
- 100% polypropylene is solution-dyed, making it colorfast to sun and cleaners.
- Cleaning
- Low-pile design vacuums easily; beater bar is safe and helps maintain appearance.
- Pet accident cleanup
- Blot, scrub, or bleach pet accidents without harming the rug.
- Longevity
- With proper care, the rug maintains its appearance for 10–15 years.
Product record
- Title
- Ancestral Medallions Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 178 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the three sizes fit typical rooms
- At 200×290 cm, this medium‑large rug anchors a 3‑seater sofa with front legs on the rug in a living room of at least 4.5×5.5 m, and under a dining table it accommodates a 6‑person setup when you observe the 24‑inch (60 cm) minimum chair clearance—making it the sweet spot for open‑plan zones that double as daily dining and lounging.
- The 150×215 cm rug fits under a coffee table in a small living room or in front of a fireplace with two chairs sitting almost entirely on it; applying the minimum 24‑inch (60 cm) dining clearance rule limits its use under a table to a very compact 2‑seater setup, so it functions as an accent piece rather than a room-defining anchor.
- When a 200×290 cm rug leaves marginal clearance for a 6‑person table, multiple interior design guides recommend choosing the next size up to avoid a chopped look—here the 245×305 cm option is the natural upgrade, providing the fuller 30–36 inch clearance that keeps chair legs firmly on the rug and the dining area reading as intentional rather than undersized.
- In living rooms, the rug should be a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) wider than the sofa on each side, so a standard 3‑seater of about 200 cm width pairs perfectly with the 245×305 cm rug to achieve a well‑framed look, while a compact loveseat of 160 cm can work with the 200×290 cm size.
- Measuring 245×305 cm (approx 8×10 ft), this rug covers a large living room floor while leaving a neat 30–45 cm border, fits a 6–8 seater dining table with generous 30–36 inch chair clearance, and under a queen bed extends at least 24 inches on three sides for a soft step‑out each morning—this is the all‑rounder dimension of the product line.
What the rug feels like underfoot
- Because polypropylene fibers have a smooth, slightly waxy surface, the rug’s texture delivers a moderately soft, comfortable underfoot feel that sits below wool’s plushness but well above coarse natural fibers like jute — prioritizing carefree durability over luxury sensation.
- The 'delicately textured' wording indicates a low-profile pile that raises the fiber just enough to create the framed medallion motif while staying thin, flexible, and easy to clean — a practical asset in dining rooms and entryways where thick pile would hold debris and quickly show use.
How this rug compares to similar medallion rugs
- Rugs.com’s Veneto 8×10 polypropylene medallion rug at US$169 (approx. CA$228) represents the lower-end pricing for a worn-vintage medallion design — the Simons rug’s $348 CAD price is 50% higher, indicating that its value proposition leans on the specific Simons Maison design language and quality perception rather than competing on cost efficiency.
- The starting size (about 5×7 ft) at CA$178 lets you bring the ancestral medallion pattern into a smaller room for roughly half the cost of the larger version listed at $348 CAD on ModeSens, making it an affordable way to sample the design without committing to a full-size rug.
- Nuloom Gena 8×10 polypropylene medallion rug sells for US$247.99 (approx. CA$335), a price point much closer to the Simons $348 CAD — meaning for buyers considering a slightly upscale machine-made medallion, the Simons rug is only marginally more expensive, putting it in direct competition with Nuloom’s recognized brand.
- At US$180 for the 8×10 polypropylene medallion rug from Luxe Weavers (approx. CA$243), mass-market pricing in this category underscores that the Simons 245×305 cm variant at $348 CAD is a step above basic polypropylene rugs — the ancestral theme and boutique label carry a tangible price premium.
The nomadic inspiration behind the medallion pattern
- The 'gul' or 'gol' motif in Oriental rug tradition directly symbolizes the sun, moon, and stars, so the repeating medallions on this rug carry a hidden celestial meaning — turning what might look like an all-over print into a design with spiritual roots in the nomadic world view.
- The rug's deep red ground and repeating graphic medallions directly echo the iconic look of Bukhara rugs, where a wine-red field (often from madder root) and rows of octagonal 'gul' medallions created the most recognizable nomadic carpet style — so this design reads as a conscious homage rather than generic floor decor.
- In traditional nomadic weaving, each medallion pattern doubled as a family or tribe identifier — the Tekke, Salor, and Yomut each had their own 'gul' variant — so the medallions on this rug, while unspecific, replicate the concept of pattern-as-identity that made nomadic rugs into portable coats of arms rather than mere decoration.
How polypropylene holds up and cleans
- Polypropylene can be scrubbed and agitated more aggressively than wool or other natural yarns without fibre damage, so caked-on dirt or dried stains can be tackled with a brush without worrying about wearing through the pile.
- Using a vacuum with a rotating beater bar or brush roll is not just safe but recommended for polypropylene, as it loosens the abrasive grit particles that cause micro-abrasion and visible wear paths in heavy-traffic areas.
- Polypropylene is inherently non-shedding, so unlike wool or viscose rugs that release loose fibres, this rug will not litter your floor or collect in your vacuum's dust bin after the initial few weeks of light manufacturing fluff.
- On polypropylene rugs, the pile itself is rarely the first point of failure — the edge binding typically frays or separates earliest, so inspecting the binding quality on this rug before purchase is a practical way to gauge long-term durability.
- Polypropylene's inherent hydrophobicity causes liquids to bead and sit on the surface rather than absorbing, giving you a genuine window to blot spills before they penetrate — a critical advantage over wool or cotton, which wick liquid into the pile almost immediately.
- Polypropylene's non-absorbency does not extend to oil-based spills like butter, grease, or makeup — these can penetrate the fibre, so they require immediate blotting followed by a degreasing cleaner rather than just water.
- For routine spot treatment, a mixture of one part household detergent to ten parts warm water is the recommended cleaning solution — far simpler and cheaper than specialised rug shampoos.
- For homes with pets, the slow moisture absorption of polypropylene means urine and other accidents sit on the surface long enough to blot before the liquid penetrates permanently — a functional safety net that wool and cotton cannot match.
- With consistent maintenance — regular vacuuming, prompt spill clean-up, and avoiding prolonged direct sun — a quality polypropylene rug can remain attractive for ten to fifteen years, making it a long-haul decor asset rather than a disposable purchase.
- Solution-dyed polypropylene means the rich red tone is embedded throughout each fibre, not just on the surface, so even strong household cleaners — including diluted bleach — cannot strip the colour, allowing stain removal that would ruin surface-dyed rugs.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular deep-red area rug with repeating diamond/medallion pattern, a defined multi-line border, and a short cream fringe along the visible near edge. The rug lies flat on a light wood floor and is partially covered by a wooden armchair at the upper right.
- Overall shape and placementRectangular rug shown flat on the floor occupying the lower two thirds of the image and extending to the image left and right edges; the rug's top-right quadrant is partly occluded by an armchair.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.96 · h 0.66 (high) - Primary field patternDense repeating diamond-shaped medallion motifs arranged on a grid across the rug field, each medallion containing smaller geometric floral-like elements in contrasting darker and lighter reds.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (high) - Border constructionMultiple narrow concentric border bands surround the field including linear decorative bands with small repeating motifs and a wider outer border with denser patterning near the rug edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.96 · h 0.66 (high) - FringeShort cream-colored twisted fringe runs along the visible near (bottom) edge of the rug, forming a continuous band of tassels.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.92 · w 0.96 · h 0.06 (high) - Color accentsSmall dark (near-black) and slightly brighter accent dots appear within medallions and along some border motifs, providing contrast against the dominant red field.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (medium) - Pile and surface appearanceSurface appears low-profile and even with a flat texture; pattern appears woven or printed rather than shaggy.Partial
Other
Lifestyle setting shows a wooden-framed armchair with light gray cushions and a rust-colored textured lumbar pillow placed on the rug's top-right; background includes sheer white curtains and light wood plank flooring. Lighting is soft and diffuse from behind the curtains, casting mild shadows.
- Armchair framePartial wooden armchair with dark-stained turned spindle legs and arms visible at the rug's upper right, armrest terminating in a squared wooden block where it meets the frame.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high) - Chair cushions and pillowLight gray seat and back cushions with a textured rust-colored rectangular lumbar pillow resting against the back cushion.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.12 · w 0.29 · h 0.26 (high) - FlooringLight-toned wood plank floor visible around rug edges and under the chair.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.86 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.70 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Curtains and backlightingSheer white floor-length curtains fill the background, producing soft diffuse backlighting and faint vertical folds.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high) - ShadowingSoft shadow of the chair falls onto the rug field toward the lower right of the chair legs.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.56 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (medium)
Colors
deep crimson red· main field#9B031Bdark burgundy/near-black· medallion and border accents#2B0503burnt red accent· small motif highlights#A40424warm cream· fringe- Overall shape and placementRectangular rug shown flat on the floor occupying the lower two thirds of the image and extending to the image left and right edges; the rug's top-right quadrant is partly occluded by an armchair.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the rug corner showing a red patterned pile with black woven motifs, small light dot accents, a sewn red binding, and a cream braided fringe heading with hanging tassels.
- Overall shape and viewVisible corner of a rectangular area rug shown from an oblique top-down angle; the image focuses on the rug's inner field, border bands, and one finished short edge with fringe.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.86 (high) - Pile color and finishPrimary pile is a saturated red with a low to medium pile sheen visible in highlights and shadows across the surface.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.75 · h 0.60 (high) - Border bands and motifsMultiple concentric border bands woven into the rug showing repeating geometric and floral medallion motifs in black on the red field; border includes narrower guard bands with small repeating shapes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.78 · h 0.60 (high) - Small light accent dotsScattered small cream or light beige dot accents appear intermittently across the border and field, contrasting with the red and black weave.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.55 · h 0.55 (medium) - Edge bindingSewn red binding runs along the rug edge visible at left and bottom of the pile area; binding is a slightly darker red band with visible stitch line.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.10 · w 0.06 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.70 · w 0.90 · h 0.18 (high) - Fringe heading and tasselsCream braided heading immediately beyond the rug edge transitions to a dense row of hanging cream tassels forming the visible fringe.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.19 (high) - Woven texture detailClose-up shows individual woven pile loops and carved or tufted outlines that define motifs; texture appears even and tightly woven.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high)
Other
Image shows the rug positioned on a light wood floor photographed from above at an angle with soft diffuse lighting; minimal shadows fall beneath the fringe.
- Background surfaceLight-colored wooden floor planks visible beneath and beside the rug, oriented roughly vertically in the image frame.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.70 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionOblique close-up framing that crops two adjacent rug edges and emphasizes the border and fringe; no additional props or packaging visible.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with mild directional shadowing near the fringe, providing soft contrast without harsh specular highlights.
Colors
deep red· main pile#9B020Cblack· pattern motifscream· accent dots and fringe heading- Overall shape and viewVisible corner of a rectangular area rug shown from an oblique top-down angle; the image focuses on the rug's inner field, border bands, and one finished short edge with fringe.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a red patterned area rug showing surface pile, stitched serged edge, and the rug folded to expose the woven backing with printed pattern.
- Pile surfaceDense cut pile surface with an overall deep red field decorated with darker red and black ornamental motifs and small lighter red accent dots.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 0.80 (high) - Rolled cornerOne corner of the rug is folded under and rolled back, forming a curved tunnel that exposes the rug backing and shows the thickness and flexibility of the construction.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.22 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high) - Serged edgeNarrow serged binding around the rug edge in matching deep red yarn, visible along the rolled lip and outer rim.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high) - Woven backing patternWoven backing exposed under the fold with horizontal warp lines and an inverted decorative motif in lighter red, black and beige tones; backing shows printed or woven design that contrasts with the pile face.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.32 · w 0.39 · h 0.38 (high) - Dark motif outlinesBlack outlining details form repeating floral and geometric medallion shapes across the visible pile surface, providing sharp contrast against the red background.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.10 · w 0.70 · h 0.50 (medium) - Surface texture highlightsSpecular highlights and subtle pile direction shading visible on raised pile surfaces, indicating a soft plush finish.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot showing the rug on a light wood floor with directional lighting casting soft shadows; image cropped to focus on the folded corner.
- Background surfaceLight-colored wood floor visible under the rug at the lower right corner, providing staging contrast.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.80 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up angled composition with the folded rug placed toward the right side and the flat rug field visible to the left, crop excludes full rug edges.
- Lighting and shadowDirectional studio lighting from top-left creates soft shadows inside the rolled fold and mild highlights on the pile ridges.
Colors
deep crimson red· pile face#9B020Bjet black· pattern outlinesrosy red· accent dots and small motifs#B3020Bpale beige with pink tint· backingmatched deep red· serged binding#8C0203- Pile surfaceDense cut pile surface with an overall deep red field decorated with darker red and black ornamental motifs and small lighter red accent dots.
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Customer Reviews
6 total5
6 reviews · out of 5
Beautiful
★★★★★Sydney K.
Beautiful
Parfait!
★★★★★Evelyne C.
Correspond à nos attentes.
Parfait sur toute la ligne
★★★★★Guaitan L.
J'ai choisi ce tapis d'abord pour la teinte, qui lui donne du caractère et 's'impose' (les motifs, bien présents, se fondent harmonieusement dans la couleur), et au final, le choix s'avère même parfait sur toute la ligne: qualité, résistance, longueur des fibres. Même la frange ajoute une belle touche d'élégance.
un tapis qui ajoute couleur et confort à mon salon
★★★★★Micheline T.
un choix ideal pour l'espace que ce tapis couvre dans mon espace living.
Très beau tapis
★★★★★Anne B.
Très belle qualité à un prix raisonnable. Le tapis est soyeux, et assez épais pour éliminer l’utilisation d’un sous-tapis. La couleur est riche et aussi foncé que la 2eme photo. Très satisfaite de mon achat.
Tres. Eau tis
★★★★★Louise M.
Tres. Eau tis
Q&A
1 answered- Is the rug colorfast to sunlight, or will it fade over time?
- Polypropylene is solution-dyed, making it inherently more colorfast than many other rug fibers, but no rug is completely immune to fading under prolonged direct sunlight. We recommend using a rug pad and rotating periodically, and avoiding continuous exposure to intense sunlight to preserve the rich red tones.