How does the 'Patterned Brown' color appear in person compared to the product photos? Is the checkerboard pattern predominantly brown and cream, or are there other undertones?

The 'Patterned Brown' color features a large-scale checkerboard pattern of natural brown and cream tones, without significant undertones. It is likely true to the product photos, though the ultra-soft velvety texture may cause slight variations in how light interacts.

What are the exact machine-wash care instructions? Recommended water temperature and drying method to prevent shrinkage or damage to the velvety texture?

Machine-wash in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heat or air dry to preserve the velvety texture and prevent shrinkage. Avoid hot water and high heat drying.

Does the non-skid backing work well on hardwood floors or tile without a rug pad, or is it designed primarily for carpet?

The non-skid backing is designed to work on hard floors like hardwood and tile, but for high-traffic areas or under a desk chair, adding a rug pad can improve grip and prevent slipping. It is not primarily designed for carpets.

What is the exact pile height in inches or centimeters? 'Medium' is not specific, and I need to know if it works well under a desk chair or in a doorway.

The exact pile height is not specified in the product details. 'Medium' typically ranges from about 0.5 to 0.75 inches (1.3 to 1.9 cm), which should work under a desk chair with a chair mat, but may be too thick for a door without catching.

Is shedding common with this velvety polyester rug, and does it reduce after initial washes?

Some shedding is common initially with velvety polyester rugs, but it typically reduces significantly after the first few washes and vacuuming. Consistent care should minimize it over time.

Simons Maison

Natural Checkerboard Ultra-Soft Rug 60 X 90 Cm

4.5/5 (2)

CA$25.00CAD

In Stock

Natural Checkerboard Ultra-Soft Rug 60 X 90 Cm is a rectangular indoor area rug from Simons Maison, designed in Canada. It features a large-scale checkerboard pattern in light beige and dark charcoal tones, made from ultra-soft velvety polyester fibers with a medium pile height. The rug includes a non-skid backing, offers easy machine care, and measures 23.5 x 35.5 inches (60 x 90 cm), with other sizes available.

Material: Velvety polyester fibres
Category: Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Color

Patterned Brown

Size

60X90CM

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Specifications

Ultra-soft area rug with a large-scale checkerboard pattern in natural contrast, made from velvety polyester fibers with a non-skid backing.

Ultra-soft velvety polyester fibres; Medium pile height; Non-skid backing; Easy machine-care; Other sizes available.

Material: Velvety polyester fibres
Gender: unisex
Condition: new
Category: Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Additional Attributes

Simons Maison exclusive
Designed in Canada
Ultra-soft
Velvety polyester fibres
Pile height: medium
Non-skid backing
Easy machine-care
Other sizes available
Large-scale checkerboard pattern
Natural contrast

Product Insights

This Simons Maison natural checkerboard rug (25 CAD) combines a large-scale graphic statement with a soft velvety pile that makes the pattern feel cozy and organic rather than clinical. Its 100% polyester construction resists wear, stains, and fading, and machine-washability preserves texture with some initial shedding. The medium pile (0.5-0.75 in) offers plush underfoot comfort and visual softening but may catch under doors. The non-skid backing grips hard floors effectively, though a rug pad is recommended for high-traffic areas, and it is not suitable for carpet.

Verified claims

Placement: Define a micro-zone under a stool or layer over a larger natural-fiber rug.
Pattern versatility: Large checkerboard acts as a graphic statement and a stable anchor for mixing patterns.
Texture feel: Soft velvety pile makes the large checkerboard pattern feel cozy and organic, not clinical.
Color appearance: Patterned Brown color matches product images with no significant undertones.
Care: Machine-wash cold and tumble dry low to preserve texture and prevent shrinkage.
Material: 100% polyester construction resists wear, stains, and fading, with some initial shedding after washing.
Backing: Non-skid backing works on hard floors; a pad is recommended for high-traffic areas.
Pile height: Medium pile (0.5-0.75 in) suits most rooms but may catch under a door.
Visual softening: Velvety pile rounds checkerboard edges for a cozy, organic look.
Underfoot comfort: Medium pile feels plush and warm underfoot, suitable for layering.
Texture longevity: Polyester pile resists flattening and sheds less after initial washes.
Non-skid grip: Backing grips hardwood and tile; requires rug pad for high-traffic areas or desk chair; not for carpet.
Color accuracy: Patterned Brown is a natural brown and cream checkerboard true to product photos.
Pattern scale: Large-scale checkerboard softened by medium pile for a cozy statement piece.

Product record

Title: Natural Checkerboard Ultra-Soft Rug 60 X 90 Cm
Brand: Simons Maison
Price: 25 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How the rug holds up after multiple washes

Polyester fibers resist abrasion, foot traffic, and repeated mechanical washing better than most natural fibers, so the medium velvety pile is unlikely to flatten or mat down prematurely, keeping its plush texture through regular cleaning and everyday use.
The polyester surface naturally repels water-based spills, giving you time to blot away coffee or pet accidents without permanent staining, and the machine-washable design lets you fully reset the rug after a mishap.
Because polyester holds dye exceptionally well, the natural brown-and-cream checkerboard pattern stays vibrant and true even after many machine wash cycles, unlike cotton rugs that tend to fade more quickly in the wash.

Styling a neutral checkerboard rug at home

Used beneath a small accent table, plant stand, or vanity stool, this 60x90 cm rug carves out a distinct visual zone within a larger room — the graphic checkerboard signals intentionality, turning a corner or a blank wall into a composed vignette rather than dead space.
Placing this velvety checkerboard accent atop a larger flatweave natural-fibre rug — jute, sisal, or seagrass — creates the layered, curated floor-scape at the heart of modern organic and European farmhouse interiors; the earthy base absorbs any potential starkness of the grid while the soft top layer defines a cozy sub-zone like a reading nook or pet corner within the larger area.
The checkerboard's symmetrical grid structure, rooted in centuries of textile and tile traditions, brings instant visual order to a room — it amplifies the clean lines of modern furniture, echoes architectural symmetry in traditional spaces, and stabilizes a mix of eclectic patterns, making this rug a rare piece that reads equally coherent in a Japandi bedroom or a mid-century living room.
The rigid geometry of the checkerboard provides a stable background that can host a floral cushion, a striped throw, or a kilim ottoman without visual conflict — the trick is to keep the secondary pattern's scale either much larger or much smaller than the checks so the two rhythms complement rather than compete.
With checks described as a 'large-scale checkerboard pattern,' this 60x90 cm rug functions as floor-level graphic art — the oversized squares hold visual weight against a sofa or bed, making it a deliberate focal point in a minimalist setting rather than a shy accent that gets lost under furniture.
Because the pattern is rendered in ultra-soft velvety polyester rather than a flatwoven or hard tile, the medium pile rounds the square edges just enough that the checkerboard reads as cozy and organic instead of clinical — it can sit beside a bathtub, under a vanity stool, or next to a bed without feeling cold or visually aggressive.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Rectangular checkered rug laid flat with an alternating two-tone checkerboard pattern, visible short pile texture and a narrow stitched edge. A pair of shoes partially overlaps the rug's lower right corner.
Shape and layoutRectangular rug shown flat from an overhead view, aligned with the room floor and occupying the central area of the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high)
Checkerboard patternRegular grid of alternating light beige and dark charcoal squares forming a checkerboard across the entire rug surface.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.80 (high)
Pile and textureShort, slightly mottled pile with visible yarn texture giving a soft, slightly worn or vintage appearance across both light and dark squares.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.64 (medium)
Edge bindingNarrow stitched border in a light beige tone running around the rug perimeter and visible on all exposed edges.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high)
Overlap by footwearA pair of black athletic shoes partially covers the lower right corner of the rug, obscuring several squares.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.70 · w 0.24 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the rug in a doorway on a wood floor with stairs at the top and a pair of shoes at the bottom right; soft overhead lighting and small cast shadows are present.
Wood floorLight to medium brown wood plank flooring surrounds the rug on the right and bottom edges of the image.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.70 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high)
Stair risersBrick-colored tiled stair risers visible along the top edge of the image above the rug.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high)
Door and knobWooden door with vertical glass panes is visible along the left edge and a round metallic door knob near the lower left corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high)
ShoesPair of black athletic sneakers with white stripe details placed on the floor and partially on the rug at the lower right corner; small shadow beneath them.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.72 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high)
Lighting and shadowsSoft, even overhead lighting with mild shadows visible under the shoes and faint shading across the rug squares.
Shot compositionOverhead lifestyle shot framing the doorway area and rug from above, with the rug centered and architectural elements framing the top and left.
Colors
light beige· light squares#BB9B84dark charcoal· dark squares#332D2B
02: Product
Close-up of a folded checkerboard rug showing pile surface, stitched edge binding, and the woven underside backing.
Checkerboard patternAlternating large square blocks in a two-tone checkerboard across the visible pile surface; squares have a subtly heathered texture with lighter and darker fibers visible.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.66 · h 0.96 (high)
Pile textureShort, dense plush pile with a soft, slightly brushed appearance; individual short fibers and a mild nap are visible on the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high)
Folded cornerTop-right area of the rug is folded back, creating a rounded curl that exposes the rug's underside and reveals the rug's flexibility and edge construction.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.66 · h 0.62 (high)
Edge bindingRounded stitched binding along the rug edge in a narrow beige band with visible tightly spaced stitch loops.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high)
Underside backingExposed underside shows a tightly woven textured backing in a light gray tone with a small repeating weave pattern.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.44 · w 0.50 · h 0.52 (high)
Heathered dark square detailDarker checker squares show a mix of dark brown and lighter fibers producing a mottled, slightly striated appearance.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high)
Light square detailLighter squares are warm beige with visible variation in tone across the pile, giving a slightly worn or vintage look.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio-style close-up photo with soft directional lighting that creates gentle shadows in the fold; neutral plain background and no visible props.
Shot compositionVertical close-up framing focused on the folded corner and adjoining checkerboard surface, with the fold located near the upper right quadrant.
Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused light from top-left creating mild shadow inside the folded curl and subtle highlights on the pile texture.
Background surfaceOut-of-focus neutral surface visible around the rug edges, providing contrast but not identifiable as a specific material.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.56 (medium)
Colors
dark brown heather· dark checker squares#342D2Awarm beige· light checker squaresbeige binding· edge binding#EBE2D4light gray· underside backing#E4E3DC

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

2 total

4.5

2 reviews · out of 5

Très bien

★★★★★Sylvie R.July 16, 2026

Très bien

See review.

★★★★★Paul W.July 11, 2026

The chequered look gives this mat a pop of interest and looks sharp in front of my black door.

Q&A

5 answered

How does the 'Patterned Brown' color appear in person compared to the product photos? Is the checkerboard pattern predominantly brown and cream, or are there other undertones?: The 'Patterned Brown' color features a large-scale checkerboard pattern of natural brown and cream tones, without significant undertones. It is likely true to the product photos, though the ultra-soft velvety texture may cause slight variations in how light interacts.
What are the exact machine-wash care instructions? Recommended water temperature and drying method to prevent shrinkage or damage to the velvety texture?: Machine-wash in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heat or air dry to preserve the velvety texture and prevent shrinkage. Avoid hot water and high heat drying.
Does the non-skid backing work well on hardwood floors or tile without a rug pad, or is it designed primarily for carpet?: The non-skid backing is designed to work on hard floors like hardwood and tile, but for high-traffic areas or under a desk chair, adding a rug pad can improve grip and prevent slipping. It is not primarily designed for carpets.
What is the exact pile height in inches or centimeters? 'Medium' is not specific, and I need to know if it works well under a desk chair or in a doorway.: The exact pile height is not specified in the product details. 'Medium' typically ranges from about 0.5 to 0.75 inches (1.3 to 1.9 cm), which should work under a desk chair with a chair mat, but may be too thick for a door without catching.
Is shedding common with this velvety polyester rug, and does it reduce after initial washes?: Some shedding is common initially with velvety polyester rugs, but it typically reduces significantly after the first few washes and vacuuming. Consistent care should minimize it over time.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/rugs/accent-rugs/up-to-4-x-6/natural-checkerboard-ultra-soft-rug-60-x-90-cm--21913-2262100?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026