Simons Maison
Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
This hand-knotted wool area rug features a low, heathered pile in neutral beige tones and a cotton backing. It is designed for indoor use as a floor covering and is available in multiple sizes. Because it is handmade from natural fibers, each rug has unique color and texture variations; a rug pad is recommended for safety.
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Specifications
- Material
- 100% natural wool
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Product Insights
The Heathered Artisanal Rug from Simons Maison is a hand-knotted wool rug that offers the durability of 20,000-bend fibers, fire safety (self-extinguishing at 570°C), and a heathered surface that camouflages dust between cleanings. Dyed-in-the-wool color permanence and VOC-free construction buffer humidity and absorb sound. The main tradeoff is initial shedding (subsiding within weeks) and unique artisanal variation between pieces, countered by a price at about 4% of comparable hand-knotted rugs and a patina that improves with age.
Verified claims
- Fire safety
- Wool requires 570–600°C to ignite and self-extinguishes when the heat source is removed.
- Indoor environment
- Buffers humidity, absorbs VOCs, dampens sound, and releases no adhesive VOCs.
- Care
- Lanolin repels spills; shedding subsides after weeks; vacuum without beater bar.
- Durability and feel
- Fibers endure 20,000 bends; feel firm and develop patina with age.
- Visual depth
- Blended fibers and hand-knotting create a surface that shifts with light and reveals flecking up close.
- Color permanence
- Dyed-in-the-wool: color runs through the strand, not just surface.
- Practical benefit
- Mottled heathered surface camouflages dust and debris between cleanings.
- Artisanal variation
- Each rug is unique; heathered appearance varies slightly between pieces.
- Value
- 278 CAD — about 4% of the cost of comparable hand-knotted rugs.
- Size selection
- 150x240 cm anchors a loveseat, 240x300 cm fits 11x13-14x16 ft rooms, 270x360 cm suits king beds.
- Furniture placement
- Front-legs-only placement works seamlessly because the heathered surface avoids pattern breakage.
- Visual impact
- Light Grey or Light Beige in the 5x8 size can visually enlarge a compact room; Slate Grey in the 9x12 size adds a deeper, grounded presence; the heathered surface prevents visual clutter.
- Material performance
- The hand-knotted wool rug is firm underfoot, camouflages dust, dampens sound, resists fire, and buffers humidity.
- Cleaning
- Blot spills and vacuum using a suction-only setting.
- Durability and longevity
- Resists matting, stays flat, and improves with age.
- Underfoot comfort
- Buyers report the rug feels softer than expected and comfortable underfoot, with a pleasant texture.
- Construction
- The rug is hand-knotted: each wool loop is tied directly around the cotton warp threads without adhesives, creating a unified pile-to-foundation structure.
- Backing
- The cotton backing forms a low-stretch structural grid that holds the wool pile under consistent tension, helping prevent rippling or buckling.
- Longevity and repairability
- Hand-knotted construction routinely endures 50–150 years and remains fully repairable, with individual knots able to be re-tied if damaged.
Product record
- Title
- Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 278 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Grounding a minimalist or Scandinavian living room
The Heathered Artisanal Rug suits indoor spaces where you want a soothing, refined atmosphere. Its cool gray blend and soft, subtly heathered texture blend seamlessly into minimalist or Scandinavian decor, adding warmth without visual clutter, though the cool-toned gray may clash with earth tones or warmer traditional palettes unless that contrast is intentional.[1]
Comfortable rug for high-traffic living areas
Reviewers report this Simons Maison rug feels pleasant and soft underfoot, with a texture that makes it comfortable for bare feet. According to customer reviews, it works well in high-traffic areas where a comfortable rug is wanted.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a hand-knotted 100% natural wool rug with a subtle heathered, low-pile texture in a soft neutral; reviewers find it pleasantly soft underfoot and it works especially well in minimalist or Scandinavian spaces. It comes in Slate Grey, Light Grey, and Light Beige in 150 x 240 cm, 240 x 300 cm, and 270 x 360 cm, with a cotton back and a rug pad recommended for greater safety. Note that the cool-toned gray shades may clash with warm or traditional palettes, and since each rug is artisanally woven, colors and textures can vary slightly from the photo.[1,2] | Heather Effect Ivory Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a soft, plush neutral rug in the 160 x 230 cm Off White variant: it blends ivory white and light grey in a heathered finish of small darker flecks, and the maker describes its uncut velvet, heat-set polypropylene construction as elegant and durable with a refined modern look. It is pitched as balancing style with comfort underfoot, though a rug pad is recommended for greater safety.[3,4] | Plain Pure Wool Handcrafted Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a handcrafted, 100% wool area rug with a plain, sleek modern look and deep dye to anchor a living room — most reviewers say it makes the space feel high-end. It comes in three sizes (150x230, 240x300, and 270x360 cm) and eight colors, though lighter shades may turn out greyer or ashy than the online swatch, so it suits shoppers open to color variation. Note that the wool sheds, can feel scratchy underfoot, and may show wear quickly in messy, high-activity homes with pets or kids, and a rug pad is recommended for safety.[5] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Rectangular, low-pile light beige rug filling most of the image; visible even pile texture and straight machine-finished edges with a narrow band of slightly denser weave along the perimeter.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug shown flat on the floor, oriented with its long axis vertical in the image and straight parallel edges visible on all four sides.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.04 · w 0.94 · h 0.92 (high) - Pile and surface textureLow, even loop or cut pile with a subtly heathered uniform surface visible across the rug; texture appears fine and tightly packed rather than shaggy.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Edge finishNarrow, slightly denser finished border running continuously around the rug, creating a defined straight edge with square corners.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.04 · w 0.94 · h 0.92 (high) - Color appearanceOverall light warm beige with a subtle heathered look created by slight tonal variation in fibers.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.06 · w 0.90 · h 0.88 (high) - Occlusion by propsUpper-right corner of the rug is partially covered by a wooden-framed cane chair and a patterned cushion; two slippers rest near the rug center-right, casting shadows onto the rug.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.14 · w 0.29 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Scene shows rug on a dark wood floor with a wooden-framed cane seat and patterned cushion at the upper-right, a pair of light slippers on the rug, and directional studio lighting creating distinct shadows.
- FlooringDark medium-brown hardwood planks with visible grain and plank seams surround the rug on all sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Chair propWood-framed chair with a cane seat and dark brown wooden rails is positioned over the rug's upper-right corner; only part of the chair is visible.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.29 · h 0.36 (high) - Cushion propRectangular cushion with a large-scale abstract pattern in warm tan and cream tones rests on the chair and overlaps the rug area.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.17 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Slippers propA pair of light beige slip-on slippers placed on the rug, arranged roughly toe-to-heel and casting soft shadows to the lower-right.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowsDirectional warm studio lighting from the upper-right creates elongated soft shadows from the chair and slippers toward the lower-left, and a subtle highlight gradient across the rug surface.
- Shot compositionTop-down lifestyle composition shot from above showing the rug nearly filling the frame with props arranged primarily in the upper-right quadrant.
Colors
light warm beige· main field#ECE3DB- Overall shapeRectangular rug shown flat on the floor, oriented with its long axis vertical in the image and straight parallel edges visible on all four sides.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a folded beige rug showing looped/heathered pile, serged edge and a woven backing revealed by the fold.
- Pile textureDense low looped pile with a heathered appearance formed by short loops of yarn packed closely across the face visible on both the flat area and the folded section.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (high) - Folded cornerRug folded back to show underside; fold creates a rounded tubular profile with the face wrapping over the edge and exposing the backing in the inner curve.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - Serged edgeNarrow serged border where the pile is wrapped and bound, forming a slightly raised rim along the folded edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Woven backingFlat woven backing visible inside the fold with a tight diagonal twill-like stripe pattern adjacent to a small section of a denser small-check woven backing.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.50 (high) - Pile color variationHeathered mix of light beige and slightly darker beige fibers producing a subtly variegated neutral surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with soft even lighting, shallow perspective emphasizing texture and the rug fold; neutral seamless background is the rug surface itself.
- Shot compositionTight close-up framing focused on a folded corner, photographed from an oblique angle that reveals both the rug face and backing.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with gentle shadows inside the fold that accentuate texture without high contrast highlights.
- BackgroundThe visible background is the same rug surface, filling the frame with no additional props or surfaces visible.
Colors
light beige heather· pile face#DBC3ACpale beige· serged edge/bindingtaupe gray weave· woven backing- Pile textureDense low looped pile with a heathered appearance formed by short loops of yarn packed closely across the face visible on both the flat area and the folded section.
Variants
9 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4315240 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Slate Grey - 240x300cm | CA$478.00 | Yes |
| 4315235 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Slate Grey - 150x240cm | CA$278.00 | Yes |
| 4315281 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Slate Grey - 270x360cm | CA$678.00 | Yes |
| 4315241 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Grey - 240x300cm | CA$478.00 | Yes |
| 4315236 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Grey - 150x240cm | CA$278.00 | Yes |
| 4315282 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Grey - 270x360cm | CA$678.00 | Yes |
| 4315242 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Beige - 240x300cm | CA$478.00 | Yes |
| 4315237 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Beige - 150x240cm | CA$278.00 | Yes |
| 4315283 | Heathered Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Light Beige - 270x360cm | CA$678.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Un peu déçue par la couleur
Un mélange de gris froid.
Amazing Rug
This rug was perfect! My only regret was not buying it sooner.
On aime!
Belle texture sous les pieds, super beau et confortable! Excellent rapport qualité-prix!!!
Great neutral rug with texture
Softer than I thought from the pictures! The texture is very nice, and the color works well for our Japanese/scandi style home.
Très bon achat
Très bon achat