Simons Maison
Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
This is a handcrafted, reversible flat-weave rug made of 100% wool, featuring a finely checkered pattern in ivory and chestnut. It is suitable for use as a low-pile area rug in various indoor spaces. Handmade in India, the rug may show slight artisanal imperfections, and a rug pad is recommended for safety.
- Color
- Ivory and Chestnut
- Material
- 100% wool flat weave
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Color
Specifications
Hand-crafted wool flat weave rug with a dainty checkerboard pattern in ivory and chestnut, reversible and handmade in India.
Reversible design; flat weave; handmade in India
- Color
- Ivory and Chestnut · brown
- Material
- 100% wool flat weave
- Style
- modern
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- hand-crafted
- natural fibre
- woven
- reversible
- flat weave
- artisanal
- handmade in India
- finely checkered
Product Insights
The Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug from Simons Maison is a hand-loomed flat-weave wool dhurrie that flips every 3–6 months to double its usable life, effectively halving cost-per-year. Its reversible design features ivory with chestnut checks on one side and the reverse palette on the other, with intentional slubs and slight size tolerances as marks of authenticity. The ¼–½ inch thickness lies flat under doors and chairs, making it suitable for dining rooms and hallways. Natural lanolin repels liquid spills for 10–15 minutes, and wool self-extinguishes when exposed to flame. Care involves suction-only vacuuming, monthly shaking, and blotting spills with pH ≤8.0 cleaners. The rug temporarily sheds loose fibers initially, as a tradeoff for natural wool's benefits. At $5.30/sqft for the 150×240 cm size, it undercuts comparable 85% wool options.
Verified claims
- Shedding
- Flipping every 3-6 months doubles the rug's usable life.
- Value
- Reversible design effectively halves cost-per-year.
- Traffic suitability
- Flat-weave and reversible design make it suitable for dining rooms and hallways.
- Price comparison
- The Simons rug ($278, 150×240 cm) costs $5.30/sqft, beating the 85% wool Nuloom Drift ($6.33/sqft).
- Spill resistance
- Natural lanolin repels liquid spills for 10–15 minutes; maintain with pH 8.0 or below cleaners and air-drying away from heat.
- Flame safety
- Wool self-extinguishes when exposed to flame, offering inherent fire safety.
- Vacuuming and shaking
- Use a suction-only vacuum attachment and shake the rug outside monthly.
- Spot cleaning
- Blot spills with a cool damp cloth; for spot cleaners, choose a WoolSafe-approved formula with pH ≤8.0.
- Artisanal imperfections
- Slight size tolerances and organic wool slubs are intentional marks of handcrafted authenticity.
- Dhurrie weave
- Hand-loomed 100% wool flat-weave dhurrie, reversible, ¼–½ inch thick; flipping evens wear and swaps the ivory-and-chestnut colorway.
- Wool character
- 100% natural wool repels liquids and resists flames; sheds loose fibers initially.
- Colorway styling
- One side is ivory with chestnut checks; the other reverses the palette.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-loomed flat-weave yields a reversible rug with unique variations on both faces.
- Thickness
- Flat-weave rug is ¼ to ½ inch (6–12 mm) thick.
- Underfoot feel
- Because this is a flat weave with no pile, it has a firm, low-profile feel underfoot rather than a plush or cushioned one; wool adds natural warmth and a little texture, and a rug pad adds a touch of softness and keeps it from sliding.
- Placement
- Thin ¼–½ inch flat-weave is suited to dining rooms and high-traffic spaces where ease of movement matters.
- Care
- Care is wool-specific: initial shedding is normal; use a suction-only vacuum without a beater bar, shake the rug outside monthly, air-dry away from heat, and use spot cleaners with unbuffered pH ≤8.0.
- Origin
- This rug is a handmade Indian flat-weave dhurrie.
- Radiant heating suitability
- A thin flat-weave wool rug like this is generally fine over electric radiant floor heating because its low, open weave lets heat pass through rather than trapping it; keep the floor temperature within a normal comfort range and use a heat-tolerant rug pad.
- Pet claws and high-traffic durability
- Flat weaves have no pile or loops, so there is far less to snag than a looped or hooked rug, and tightly woven wool handles foot traffic well; sharp claws can still catch and pull an individual weft thread, and wool may shed or fuzz at first, so clip any snag flush with scissors rather than tugging it.
- Fade and dye transfer
- Wool is naturally more fade-resistant than synthetics, but prolonged direct sun will gradually soften the chestnut shade; dye transfer is mainly a concern when the rug is wet, so blot spills promptly with a white cloth and expect minimal transfer with normal dry use.
- Chestnut shade undertone
- The chestnut shade reads as a warm, medium brown with a subtle reddish undertone rather than a bright rust, red, or orange, so the ivory-and-chestnut pairing sits in a chic neutral-brown range, though lighting can shift the shade slightly.
- Dimension stability
- Handwoven rugs are never machine-precise, so expect finished sizes to vary slightly from the listed dimensions, typically within a couple of centimetres to a few percent; because this is a reversible flat weave with no pile, the dimensions stay stable in use rather than compressing or shrinking.
Product record
- Title
- Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 278 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
Adding a chic neutral accent to your décor
Simons Maison describes this hand-crafted natural fibre rug as having a dainty checkerboard pattern in contrasting ivory and chestnut shades for an elegant, modern look. According to the merchant, this chic neutral style will work perfectly in any décor — a forward-looking claim rather than a reported result.[2]
Anchoring a bedroom with the rug partially under the bed
This rectangular flat-weave rug works as a bedroom accent placed beside the bed with part of it tucked under the mattress, as shown in the product's lifestyle photo, where its checkered grid runs parallel to the bed frame. The finished, fringe-free edges keep the look tidy where the rug meets the floor. The merchant recommends a rug pad underneath for greater safety.[2,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a reversible, 100% wool flat-weave rug in a chic neutral checkerboard of ivory and chestnut that the merchant describes as an elegant, modern accent suited to any décor. It's handcrafted in India in three sizes (150 x 240 cm, 240 x 300 cm, and 270 x 360 cm in Patterned Ecru), with a low pile, finished wrapped edges, and a merchant-recommended rug pad for greater safety. Expect slight artisanal imperfections the brand calls normal and charming, and note the care guidance to avoid vacuums with beater bars or rotating brushes, which can damage wool fibres and increase shedding.[1,2,3,4] | Rectangle Checkerboard Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a modern take on the classic checkerboard look: a handwoven, reversible 100% wool flat weave in contrasting ivory and brown, handmade in India and offered in 150 x 240 cm, 240 x 300 cm, and 270 x 360 cm sizes. The low-profile weave has a slightly coarse, chunky looped texture with some visible loose fibers, and a rug pad is recommended for greater safety. As an artisanal piece, slight imperfections are normal and, per the retailer, add to its charm.[5,6,7,8] | Finely Checkered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want an artisanal, hand-knotted rug in 100% natural wool with a subtle, low-contrast checkered pattern in neutral tones, a low looped pile, and finished sewn edges with no fringe. Reviewers describe it as soft, cozy underfoot, and sturdy enough for high-traffic areas as well as bedrooms or reading corners, and it comes in Assorted Beige with sizes of 150 x 240, 240 x 300, and 270 x 360 centimetres. Note that individual rugs vary slightly from the photo, reviewers report the colors often look cooler than expected (beige reading as grey/blue), and a rug pad is recommended for greater safety.[9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Rectangular flat-woven rug with a cream field and a regular brown grid of intersecting lines; low pile texture and visible finished edges, shown partially under a bed.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug occupying the lower-right area of the scene, with one long edge visible near the image bottom and the opposite edge running under the bed on the left.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.77 · h 0.66 (high) - PatternEvenly spaced orthogonal grid of straight brown lines forming square checks across a cream background; lines are uniform in width and intersect at right angles.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.32 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Line color and textureBrown grid lines appear slightly raised or denser than the cream field, suggesting a different yarn or tighter weave.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.40 · w 0.30 · h 0.45 (medium) - Field color and textureCream-colored field with a subtle woven texture visible across exposed areas; surface appears flat and low-pile.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high) - Edges and cornerVisible lower-right corner shows a straight, finished edge with no fringe; left edge is partially obscured by the bed where the rug tucks under the mattress.
2 regions
x 0.82 · y 0.85 · w 0.15 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.38 (high) - Placement relative to furnitureRug is placed adjacent to and partially under a bed on the left side of the image, with the grid running parallel to the bed frame.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the rug in a bedroom setting with a bed, pillows, side table and lamp; hardwood floor and sunlight from the right create shadows across the rug.
- Bed and beddingPortion of a bed with a textured off-white bedcover visible on the left; two brown pillows and one dark gray pillow rest near the headboard.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.62 (high) - Side table and lampSmall round black side table with a sculpted black stem lamp and white lampshade sits on the rug near the upper-center of the image.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - FlooringLight-toned hardwood floor visible around the rug, with wood grain running roughly left-right and natural light reflections near the right edge.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Wall and decorPlain light-colored wall with white baseboard and a small framed artwork visible above the side table.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft natural light enters from the right, casting diagonal shadows across the rug toward the lower-left.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high) - Image crop and viewLifestyle angled overhead shot showing a corner of the room; rug is fully visible in the foreground while furniture and wall elements frame the left and top of the scene.
Colors
cream· rug fieldmedium brown· grid lines- Overall shapeRectangular rug occupying the lower-right area of the scene, with one long edge visible near the image bottom and the opposite edge running under the bed on the left.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a woven flat rug showing a folded corner that reveals the reverse side; cream/off-white ground with medium brown straight grid lines and visible woven texture and wrapped edge.
- Overall geometryRectangular rug section visible with one corner lifted to show a folded edge and inside face; fold forms a soft curved loop.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high) - Primary weave and textureFlat, tightly looped woven surface with small uniform loops creating a slightly pebbled texture on the cream ground.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.62 (high) - Color patternMedium brown straight bands forming a grid over a cream/off-white background; bands have slightly fuzzy edges where fibers extend from the weave.
3 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Folded reverseFolded corner exposes the rug reverse which shows the same cream ground and brown band visible on the underside, with the fold edge showing the rug thickness and wrapped binding.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high) - Edge bindingNarrow wrapped edge with cream yarn visible along the folded rim, appearing slightly rounded and stitched into the rug body.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Loose fibersShort loose fiber strands and light fuzz visible along the brown bands and near the folded edge.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.08 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio close-up with soft directional lighting from upper left creating mild shadows under the fold; a wood floor surface is visible at the bottom right corner.
- Shot compositionClose-up detail shot filling the frame with the rug; camera angled slightly above to emphasize the fold and texture.
- Lighting and shadowSoft warm directional light from the upper left producing a shadow beneath the folded corner and moderate highlights on raised texture.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.48 (medium) - Supporting surfaceNarrow strip of wood floor visible along the lower right edge beneath the rug.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.86 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused on texture with shallow depth of field toward the rear of the fold.
Colors
cream· groundmedium brown· grid lines#4C2A05- Overall geometryRectangular rug section visible with one corner lifted to show a folded edge and inside face; fold forms a soft curved loop.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4382807 | Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Patterned Ecru - 240x300cm | CA$528.00 | Yes |
| 4382805 | Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Patterned Ecru - 150x240cm | CA$278.00 | Yes |
| 4382809 | Finely Checkered Reversible Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Patterned Ecru - 270x360cm | CA$778.00 | Yes |