Mumo Toronto
Royal Black Woven Rug See Available Sizes
CA$660.00CAD
In Stock
This handwoven flat-woven area rug from Mumo Toronto features a geometric pattern of white and beige triangles and arrows against a deep black background, designed symmetrically from the center. Made of 100% Egyptian cotton and handmade in Egypt, it offers a low-pile, comfortable underfoot feel. Available in 150x215 cm, 185x275 cm, and 245x305 cm sizes; care includes vacuuming, spot cleaning, and dry cleaning.
- Color
- Royal Black
- Material
- 100% Egyptian cotton
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Color
Patterned Black
Size
150X215CM245X305CM185X275CM
Specifications
Handwoven Egyptian cotton rug with a geometric pattern in black, white, and beige.
Luxurious 100% Egyptian cotton weave, handcrafted in Egypt, designed in Canada.
- Color
- Royal Black · black
- Material
- 100% Egyptian cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- handwoven
- geometric pattern
- 100% Egyptian cotton
- designed in Canada
- online-only
- shipped directly from supplier
Product Insights
Handwoven in Egypt from 100% Egyptian cotton, this unique flatweave rug from Mumo Toronto is eco-friendly (biodegradable, microplastic-free) and repairable indefinitely by a skilled weaver, ensuring decades of use. Its black-and-cream geometric pattern anchors midcentury wood furniture and layers over jute or sisal for a bohemian look, while cream tones complement warm wood and brass accents. The low, flat pile softens with use; care requires suction-only vacuuming, cold-water blotting, a rug pad, and rotation every 3–6 months. Made to order in 20–24 days, each rug is one-of-a-kind.
Verified claims
- Repairability
- Can be repaired indefinitely by a skilled weaver.
- Uniqueness
- No two rugs are identical.
- Production
- Handwoven over weeks to months; made to order in 20–24 days.
- Cleaning
- Only suction vacuum and cold-water blotting are safe for this cotton flatweave.
- Storage & rotation
- Rotate every 3-6 months, roll for storage, and use a rug pad.
- Midcentury styling
- Black-and-cream geometric pattern anchors a midcentury wood furniture collection.
- Layering
- Layers as a flatweave over a larger jute or sisal rug for a bohemian look.
- Warm wood and brass palette
- Cream tones complement warm wood and brass accents against the black background.
- Handwoven construction
- Handwoven to order in Egypt; each rug is unique and repairable.
- Eco-friendly materials
- 100% Egyptian cotton — biodegradable and microplastic-free.
- Woman-owned
- Mumo Toronto is a woman-owned business.
- Feel
- Low, flat pile starts firm but becomes softer with use.
- Care
- Requires rug pad and suction-only vacuum; initial lint may appear; rotate every 3-6 months.
- Durability
- Repairable indefinitely by a weaver, lasting decades.
- Eco-friendliness
- Natural cotton rug sheds no microplastics and biodegrades.
- Texture
- Flatweave cotton rug softens with use.
Product record
- Title
- Royal Black Woven Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Mumo Toronto
- Price
- 660 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Mumo Toronto's sustainability and ethos
- The brand states it is 'dedicated to preserving handmade traditions,' and this rug's handwoven construction in Egypt directly channels that mission, giving the buyer an artifact of artisanal skill rather than a mass-produced item.
- The 'Made To Order' tag on Wescover and the 20–24 day lead time confirm this rug is produced after purchase, not pulled from a warehouse, which reduces overproduction and delivers a freshly crafted piece — a hallmark of slow, intentional manufacturing.
- Mumo Toronto professes an 'unwavering commitment to eco-friendly practices,' and this rug's 100% Egyptian cotton composition — a natural, renewable fiber — is a concrete expression of that pledge, avoiding synthetic materials in favor of a biodegradable textile.
- Mumo Toronto is identified as a woman-owned brand on its Wescover creator profile, signaling that female leadership steers the company — a factor that adds a layer of social value for buyers who prioritize supporting women-led businesses.
- The rug was designed in Toronto and handwoven in Egypt, marrying contemporary Canadian style with traditional Egyptian craft — a production geography that sets it apart from domestically manufactured rugs and supports skilled artisans abroad.
Caring for a handwoven cotton rug
- Without a pile to hide foot paths, uneven UV and traffic wear show up quickly; rotating the rug every three to six months distributes both fading and abrasion, keeping the surface uniform over years.
- Folding this flatweave creates creases that can set permanently; always roll the rug for storage or moving, with the front side facing outward.
- A wet cotton rug hung over a rail will stretch unevenly under its own water weight, permanently distorting its shape — the only safe dry is laid completely flat in shade.
- Cotton’s cellulose fibres, if over-wetted and dried slowly, release natural compounds that surface as stubborn yellow-brown stains — so any wet cleaning must be controlled and dried fast and flat to avoid permanent discoloration.
- A rotating brush attachment will catch the woven threads, stress the edges, and over time pull at the face — this rug only needs a flat suction head to stay clean without mechanical damage.
- Because the rug is flatwoven rather than piled, dirt and debris sit on the surface where a quick weekly shake or suction-only vacuum on both sides picks up almost everything — deep extraction is rarely needed for daily dust.
- A large handwoven cotton dhurrie — the Royal Black comes in sizes up to about 8×10 ft — should never be submerged or machine-washed; a professional rug cleaner with flatweave experience controls the moisture and drying to avoid shrinkage, dye bleed, and browning that home washing can trigger.
- Cotton’s absorbency wicks spills deep in seconds, and hot water will set protein-based stains and run dyes, so the only play is to blot immediately with cold water and a mild detergent — waiting even minutes can turn a spill into a permanent mark.
Why Egyptian cotton matters for a rug
- Long-staple Giza cotton varieties — the type Egypt is famous for — exhibit tensile strength at the top end of the typical 35–45 g/tex ELS range, meaning the yarn in this rug resists breakage and tearing far better than standard cotton, so daily foot traffic and the occasional wash won't thin or split the weave prematurely.
- Cotton’s hydrophilic nature ensures deep dye penetration — a property that gives the precise geometric triangle pattern in black, white, and beige its sharp contrast that won't wash out or fade unevenly, keeping the rug looking crisp even after repeated spot-cleaning or a professional wash.
- Egyptian cotton fibers used in this rug fall within the 34–40 mm extra-long staple range, which produces yarn with significantly fewer fiber ends protruding from its surface — this means the handwoven black-and-beige pattern will feel markedly smoother underfoot, resist pilling, and soften further with washing rather than fraying like shorter-staple cotton rugs.
- Because this rug is handwoven in Egypt — a country with regulated cotton production and Giza varieties like Giza 92 and Giza 45 — the likelihood of commoditized, blended Egyptian cotton is much lower than with unverified import labels, giving solid assurance that the 100% Egyptian cotton claim carries the real performance of extra-long staple fibers.
Styling a black geometric rug
- Styled in a real home, a black-and-cream geometric rug like the Royal Black underpinned a collection of midcentury wood furniture, demonstrating how the strong graphic pattern unites vintage pieces while adding a modern edge — this rug’s symmetrical arrow design creates a similar focal point that ties teak or walnut items together.
- Because it is a handwoven cotton flatweave, the Royal Black layers easily over a larger natural-fibre rug like jute or sisal, a trick that creates a breathable, collected bohemian look while the geometric pattern stays crisp and prominent.
- The cream in the pattern naturally reflects the warmth of oak, walnut, or rattan furniture, while brass or gold accents jump off the black background, making it straightforward to build a curated room around the rug’s built-in palette.
The value of a handwoven rug
- Unlike hand-tufted or machine-made rugs that become throwaway items once their backing fails, handwoven rugs can be repaired indefinitely by a skilled weaver — damaged sections can be re-woven into the original pattern, effectively giving the rug multiple lifetimes.
- Because each rug is woven by hand rather than programmed into a machine, no two are exactly identical; the slight variations in color, line weight, and pattern alignment are the visible signature of handcraft — a mark of authenticity that machine-made uniformity cannot replicate.
- A handwoven rug like this requires weeks to months of continuous manual weaving on a frame loom — a rate that directly explains its price premium over machine-made rugs, but which also ensures a density and structural integrity that power looms, operating at minutes-per-rug speeds, cannot match.
- The 100% Egyptian cotton surface begins with a firm, textured feel underfoot and becomes progressively softer with use — a living quality that stands in contrast to synthetic rugs which feel static and can degrade into a thin, plastic-like surface over time.
- Because the rug is made entirely of plant-based cotton, it does not release microplastic particles during vacuuming or use — a hidden benefit for indoor air quality and a meaningful difference from synthetic rugs that shed petrochemical fibers into the living space.
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Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular flat-woven rug shown on a floor with a large central geometric star motif in beige and white on a solid black field. Low-pile woven texture and visible straight hemmed edges on the near and far sides.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug with straight edges and a flat, low-pile woven surface lying flat on the floor.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (high) - Main field colorSolid dark black background covering the rug outside the central motif.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.90 · h 0.28 (high) - Central motif geometryLarge symmetrical angular star/diamond motif centered on the rug composed of layered zigzag points; inner beige shape with surrounding white zigzag points.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.50 · w 0.44 · h 0.35 (high) - Beige motif areaWarm beige triangular/diamond core forming the inner layer of the star motif.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - White motif areaOff-white layer forming sharp pointed extensions around the beige core, providing high contrast with the black field.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.50 · w 0.47 · h 0.33 (high) - TextureFlat woven texture with no visible high pile or shag; surface appears smooth with subtle weave lines.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.25 (medium) - Edge hemStraight finished edge visible along the near bottom edge of the rug where it meets the floor.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.82 · w 0.90 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the rug in a bright room with a sofa to the left, woven baskets on and near the rug, large arched window with curtains behind, exposed ceiling beams, and a pendant light overhead.
- Sofa placementLight beige upholstered sofa positioned along the left side of the rug with throw pillows and a draped knit throw overlapping the rug corner.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.48 · w 0.46 · h 0.26 (high) - Woven basketsTwo woven seagrass-style baskets with loop handles placed on and beside the rug; one basket sits near the rug center-right and another near the far right corner.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.76 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Window and curtainsLarge arched multi-pane window behind the rug with sheer light-colored curtains drawn to each side letting natural light into the room.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.05 · w 0.49 · h 0.42 (high) - Ceiling beams and pendantExposed light wood ceiling beams running across the ceiling and a woven dome pendant lamp hanging above the rug area.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - FlooringLight wood plank flooring visible surrounding the rug.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.78 · w 0.90 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural daylight from the window creates diffused lighting and gentle shadows around the sofa and baskets; overall image has warm neutral tones.
Colors
deep black· rug field#141413warm beige· central core#B3A494off-white· motif outer layer- Overall shapeRectangular rug with straight edges and a flat, low-pile woven surface lying flat on the floor.
- 02
Product
Rectangular woven flat rug shown face-up with a central geometric motif of stacked large triangles and star shapes in white and tan on a solid black field; visible flat weave texture with subtle sheen on tan areas.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug shown in portrait orientation with the longer axis vertical and even black field framing a central motif.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.94 · h 0.94 (high) - Central geometric motifSeries of stacked, symmetrical large isosceles triangles and angular chevrons forming a vertical medallion; motif layers alternate between white and tan/gold and are centered horizontally.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.88 (high) - Motif detailsA small six-pointed star-like shape sits near the vertical center with larger triangles above and below creating a stepped, mirrored composition.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.42 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Surface textureFlat woven texture visible across motif and field with horizontal irregularities in the weave; tan areas show a slightly more pronounced sheen or luster than white areas.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.80 (high) - Field colorSolid deep black background framing the central motif.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.94 · h 0.94 (high) - Edge croppingRug edges are close to the image borders, with small margins of black background visible around the motif; outermost rug border is visible on all four sides.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.01 · w 0.98 · h 0.98 (high)
Other
Studio product shot, centered top-down view on a light outer page margin; even diffuse lighting with minimal shadow and clean white border surrounding the image area.
- Viewing angleCamera oriented perpendicular to rug surface showing a top-down, flat view.
- Background and framingThin white margin outside the black rug area frames the image on all sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - LightingEven, diffuse lighting across the rug with no strong directional shadows; tan areas show slight highlights indicating subtle sheen.
- Image qualitySharp enough to resolve weave texture and crisp motif edges; no legible printed text present on the rug or background.
Colors
deep black· background fieldbright white· motif white areas#D5D5D3warm tan gold· motif tan/gold areas#DCC49B- Overall shapeRectangular rug shown in portrait orientation with the longer axis vertical and even black field framing a central motif.
- 03
Product
Tight closeup of a woven flat rug showing three adjacent color fields with visible warp and weft, serrated color boundaries, and low pile fuzz.
- Weave structureFlat, tightly woven plain weave with visible horizontal weft rows and subtle vertical warp lines; individual yarn strands are visible.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.84 · h 0.84 (high) - Color block geometryDistinct triangular color blocks meet at serrated, sawtooth-like boundaries where the weave changes color.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.96 · h 0.76 (high) - Beige triangle surfaceMatte beige triangular area with tightly packed horizontal yarns and a subtle sheen on individual strands.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.35 · w 0.60 · h 0.55 (high) - White triangle surfaceOff-white triangular area showing the same flat weave and occasional short fiber bits on the surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.45 (high) - Black area surfaceDeep black woven field adjacent to the colored triangles with visible yarn texture and small lint fibers.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.58 (high) - Serrated seam detailColor transitions form a repeating stepped or serrated seam where rows of yarn change color at the triangle edges.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - Surface fibersSmall loose fibers and lint are visible on all color fields, more noticeable on the black area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Close-cropped detail shot filling the frame; even diffuse lighting with minimal shadows; image is portrait-oriented and focused on texture.
- Shot compositionTight macro crop showing only rug surface; no edges, backing, or surrounding floor visible.
- LightingEven, soft lighting with slight directional highlight on yarn strands producing a faint sheen.
- Image qualitySharp focus on weave texture across most of the frame; no motion blur or significant noise.
Colors
beige· beige triangle#D3BB94off-white· off-white triangle#EDF1ECblack· black field and triangle- Weave structureFlat, tightly woven plain weave with visible horizontal weft rows and subtle vertical warp lines; individual yarn strands are visible.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- What is the pile height of this rug?
- The pile height is not specified in the product details. Handwoven Egyptian cotton rugs like this typically have a low, flat pile for a refined look.
- Does this rug shed, especially during initial use?
- There is no information on shedding in the product data. Cotton rugs generally shed less than wool, but some initial loose fibers may appear with new rugs.
- What type of backing does this rug have? Does it require a rug pad?
- The product information does not specify a backing type. Handwoven rugs often have minimal or no separate backing. Using a rug pad is recommended to prevent slipping and extend the rug's life.