Mark Krebs
Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
The Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug is a handmade rectangular area rug from Mark Krebs, a Canadian-owned brand sold at Simons Maison. It is crafted from a cotton and wool blend by artisans in Northern India, featuring a speckled sandy-beige texture with braided fringes and a low, looped pile. Suitable for indoor floor use in living rooms, bedrooms, or similar spaces, this rug may have slight variations due to its artisanal production; other sizes are available, and online-only orders ship directly from the supplier.
- Color
- Sandy Speckled
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Specifications
A handwoven artisanal rug made of cotton and wool blend with braided fringes, featuring sandy tones for a soothing home touch.
Braided fringes at ends, soft underfoot, handmade in India, available in other sizes, rug pad recommended for safety.
- Color
- Sandy Speckled · brown
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Secondary
- cotton
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- braided fringes
- silky wool
- handwoven
- handmade in India
- sandy tones
- cotton and wool blend
- rug pad recommended
- artisanal methods
- slight imperfections
- large rug
Product Insights
Handwoven in Uttar Pradesh by weaver-owners ensuring fair pay, this dhurrie rug is co-created with artisans, finished with natural soap and sun-dried to avoid offgassing, and features a structurally integral braided fringe. Sold directly online at $1,399 CAD for an 8x10, it bypasses retail markups. Trade-offs: low looped pile feels dense and nubby, not plush; requires professional dry cleaning; slight natural inconsistencies in weave and fringe are markers of handcraft.
Verified claims
- Provenance
- Handwoven in Uttar Pradesh, India, a region with centuries-old flatweave and dhurrie traditions; the rug has a dense, floor-hugging texture.
- Artisan production
- Designed with weavers who own their looms, ensuring fair pay.
- Fair pay
- Weaver-owned looms ensure competitive wages in Uttar Pradesh, a region with centuries-old weaving traditions.
- Co-creation
- Designs are co-created with weavers in Uttar Pradesh through a collaborative process.
- Finishing
- The natural soap wash and sun drying leave no chemical off-gassing smell when the rug is unboxed.
- Maintenance
- Professional dry cleaning is recommended for this wool and cotton rug; vacuum regularly without a beater bar and blot spills immediately rather than rubbing.
- Fringe
- Braided fringe is structurally integral, thicker, and more wear-resistant than traditional single-strand tassels.
- Weaving team
- This 8x10 rug requires teams of 3+ weavers whose loom ownership ensures competitive pay.
- Handwork process
- Co-designed with weavers, hand-washed with natural soaps, sun-dried, with structural braided fringe.
- Pricing
- At $1,399, this rug avoids retail markups by selling directly online while using quality materials.
- Design
- Rug design co-created with Uttar Pradesh weavers in a collaborative exchange.
- Artisan process
- Handwoven by weavers owning their looms, with natural soaps and braided fringe.
- Care
- Wool-cotton rug: professional dry cleaning; use felt rug pad with non-slip backing.
- Hand feel
- Low looped pile feels dense and nubby rather than plush; the natural-soap hand-washing used during production softens the wool-cotton hand.
- Craftsmanship
- Larger sizes require multiple weavers, leading to slight natural loop inconsistencies.
- Handcrafted details
- Slight irregularities in fringe, weave, and color are markers of handcrafted production by Uttar Pradesh artisans.
- Brand origin
- Canadian-owned brand, handwoven in Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Ethical production
- Weaver-owned looms ensure competitive wages; natural soap wash & sun dry.
Product record
- Title
- Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Mark Krebs
- Price
- 1399 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
Grounding a calm, natural-feeling corner of a room
This handwoven cotton and wool rug with sandy tones and braided fringe fringes is presented as a way to add a soothing touch to a living space, laid flat on a light wood floor like the relaxed window-side seating corner shown in its photos. Its silky wool design is described as feeling soft underfoot, and the merchant recommends using a rug pad underneath for greater safety.[1,2]
A soft, sandy-toned rug underfoot in your living space
This handwoven wool rug, crafted by artisans in Northern India and finished with braided fringes, is described by the merchant as feeling really soft underfoot. Its sandy tones and soothing look suit a space where you and your guests will be walking or standing on it barefoot.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a large, rectangular rug in warm sandy-beige with darker flecks, handwoven by artisans in Northern India from an 80% wool and 20% cotton blend. The Ivory/Cream Beige variant shown is 245 by 305 centimeters (other sizes are available), with braided fringes at the ends, a low looped pile, and a dense, slightly nubby texture the retailer says feels really soft underfoot. Note that slight imperfections are expected from the artisanal methods, and a rug pad is recommended for greater safety.[1,2,3,4] | Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a handmade ivory rug with a subtle speckled look, crafted from an 80% New Zealand wool and 20% linen blend with a low, nubby looped pile and thin knotted fringes at the ends. It suits shoppers drawn to artisanal character — since each rug is made by hand in India from natural fibres, two rugs of the same design read slightly differently in colour and pattern, and slight imperfections are considered normal. Note that the brand is not affiliated with any fair-trade certification body, though it discloses this openly on its website. It comes in 140 x 205 cm, 185 x 275 cm, and 245 x 305 cm sizes in Assorted White.[5,6,7,8] | Speckled Basket-Weave Handmade Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a soft, pure wool flatweave in a neutral tone—handwoven in a basket-weave by artisans in Northern India, with small multicolor flecks (ultramarine, cadmium red, chrome yellow) that add quiet detail and complement traditional or modern decor per the merchant. It comes in three rectangular sizes from 185x275 to 275x365 centimeters in Slate Grey or Taupe, with custom sizes available upon request, and its soft feel is described by the brand as ideal for lounging and laying. Note that because each rug is handmade, dimensions may run about 1 to 2 inches larger or smaller than listed and colors and textures may vary slightly from the photo; a rug pad is recommended for greater safety, and as an online-only item it ships separately from the supplier.[9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular low-pile rug with a textured, speckled sandy surface and short fringe on at least one visible edge, placed flat on a light wood floor.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug with straight edges and a short knotted fringe visible along the near left edge.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.36 · w 0.92 · h 0.45 (high) - Pile and textureLow to medium pile with a dense, slightly nubby texture giving a speckled appearance across the surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.70 · h 0.35 (high) - Color appearanceOverall warm sandy-beige tone with subtle darker flecks that create a speckled look.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.70 · h 0.35 (high) - PlacementRug lies flat on a light wood plank floor, oriented with longer sides roughly parallel to the window and foreground.
- Edge detailNear left edge shows a short hand-knotted fringe; other edges are finished with a slightly rounded corner and no visible binding.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle setting showing a corner of a room with a large window, low lounge chair, small wooden tables, a bench, light wood floor, and floor-to-ceiling curtains; soft natural lighting from the window creates mild shadows.
- Window and viewLarge floor-to-ceiling window with a light wood frame occupies the left wall, showing outdoor greenery and casting daylight into the room.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.03 · w 0.43 · h 0.44 (high) - Seated furnitureLow, padded lounge chair in a dark charcoal fabric positioned on the right side of the rug.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.33 · w 0.25 · h 0.35 (high) - Low tables and planterTwo small round wooden low tables and a low wooden tray with a planter are arranged near the window at the rug edge.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - CurtainsFloor-length pleated curtains in a light neutral fabric hang on the right wall behind the chair.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.62 (high) - Floor materialLight-toned wide plank wood flooring with visible grain fills the room beneath and around the rug.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural daylight from the window creates gentle diffuse lighting and soft shadows under furniture.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter overhead perspective showing the rug centered in the foreground with surrounding furniture and window framing, image is crisp with shallow perspective distortion.
Colors
sandy beige· rug field#D2CCCD- Overall shapeRectangular rug with straight edges and a short knotted fringe visible along the near left edge.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a sandy-beige woven rug with a low, looped pile and small darker speckled fibers; a short fringe is visible along the rug's top-right edge.
- Pile textureLow, tightly looped pile with an even, slightly nubby surface visible across the rug field.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high) - Color variationOverall sandy-beige background interspersed with small, irregular darker brown and tan flecks creating a speckled appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.74 (high) - Fringe detailShort, light-colored fringe visible along the rug's top-right edge where the rug meets the floor.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.04 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (medium) - Visible rug edgeStraight rug edge runs near the top-right quadrant separating rug from the wooden floor.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Part of a bench, a dark upholstered sofa cushion, a small round table, and a wood plank floor are visible around the rug; soft natural lighting with mild shadowing.
- Wooden bench leg and frameLight wood bench leg and a narrow horizontal wooden frame visible along the top-left edge of the image, sitting on the wood plank floor.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.52 · h 0.20 (high) - Upholstered cushionDark (nearly black) upholstered cushion or sofa corner intrudes into the bottom-right corner of the frame.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Round table edgeSmall round table surface visible as a pale semicircle at the bottom-left corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - FlooringLight wood plank floor visible along the top portion of the image between the rug and the bench.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural lighting from above-left producing mild, diffuse shadows near furniture elements and slight specular highlights on the wood floor.
Colors
sandy beige· rug field#EAE5DBlight brown speckle· speckled fibers- Pile textureLow, tightly looped pile with an even, slightly nubby surface visible across the rug field.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a looped, chunky-pile rug with a coarse, speckled texture in light neutral tones; surface shows irregular small loops and visible darker flecks throughout.
- Pile textureChunky looped pile made of many small, rounded yarn loops creating a pebbled, uneven surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.84 (high) - Color patternSpeckled, multi-tonal neutral field with a mix of off-white, light beige and tan yarns and scattered darker brown flecks.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.84 (high) - Surface irregularityYarn loops vary slightly in height and density producing a subtly uneven plane with visible small gaps between loops.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Partial round wooden stool is visible at the right edge; neutral background and soft, diffuse lighting with a slight shadow beneath the stool leg; image is a close-up crop with the product filling most of the frame.
- Prop - stool topPartial round wooden stool top with a laminated or smooth sanded finish visible at the upper right, cropped by the image edge.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.00 · w 0.34 · h 0.36 (high) - Prop - stool legCylindrical wooden stool leg with a smooth, light wood grain and matte finish casting a soft shadow onto the rug.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.46 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting from above or left producing gentle shadows under the stool leg and subtle highlights on the rug loops.
- Shot compositionTight detail close-up crop focusing on rug surface with the stool placed near the right edge for scale and texture context.
Colors
cream· base yarnlight beige· speckled yarn#B4A493dark brown fleck· dark flecks#9C836Clight wood· wooden prop#BC9B7C- Pile textureChunky looped pile made of many small, rounded yarn loops creating a pebbled, uneven surface.
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Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/BuyCanadianReddit discussion briefly notes that Mark Krebs is a Canadian-owned rug brand that manufactures in India, with no further details on the specific Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug.
The mention is purely factual with no positive or negative sentiment.
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Source Threads
Mark Krebs brand origin mention
[Mark Krebs](https://www.markkrebs.ca/pages/about-mk) is Canadian owned and made in India
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