Textured checkerboard artisanal rug See available sizes product image (primary)
Rectangular checkerboard rug composed of alternating textured square panels in light and dark natural tones; shown flat on a floor with an oval wooden coffee table and partial sofa overlapping the right edge.

Simons Maison

Textured Checkerboard Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes

CA$328.00CAD
In Stock

This checkerboard artisanal area rug is a handwoven, 100% wool floor covering made in India. It features alternating textured square panels in neutral cream, beige, and warm brown tones, with a low looped pile and finished selvage edges. Intended for indoor use, it suits living rooms, bedrooms, and similar spaces; because it is handmade from natural fibre, each piece varies slightly in colour and texture, and a rug pad is recommended for safety.

Color
Neutral
Material
100% wool
Style
modern, artisan
Category
Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Color

Assorted BrownIvory/Cream Beige

Size

240X300CM150X240CM270X360CM

Specifications

This artisanal rug features a checkered pattern in neutral tones, adding an elegant and contemporary touch to indoor decor with rich textures.

Multi-texture 100% wool construction, handmade in India. Rug pad recommended for safety.

Color
Neutral · brown
Material
100% wool
Style
modern, artisan
Gender
unisex
Condition
new
Category
Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs

Additional Attributes

  • 100% wool
  • handmade
  • natural fiber
  • artisanal
  • multi-texture
  • checkerboard pattern
  • neutral tones
  • elegant
  • contemporary

Product Insights

This hand-loomed 100% wool checkerboard rug promises 50–100 years of durability through wool's natural stretch, stain resistance, moisture buffering, and noise reduction, but requires owners to accept handmade variations in color and texture, manage normal shedding, use a suction-only vacuum, protect from moths, and invest in a felt-and-rubber pad (costing 5–10% of the rug price) to prevent matting and extend usable life by double or triple.

Verified claims

Durability
Wool fibers can stretch over 35% and still spring back, so the rug's varied pile heights won't flatten permanently; a high-quality wool rug typically serves 50–100 years.
Care
Shedding is normal; avoid beater bars; use a pad; protect from moths.
Performance
Wool's lanolin repels stains; its crimp insulates, buffers moisture, and reduces noise.
Pad selection
Felt-and-rubber pad, 1 inch smaller than rug, costs 5-10% of rug price.
Longevity
A rug pad prevents abrasive grit from dulling floors and protects the rug's foundation threads from wear.
Safety
A non-slip pad stops the gradual shifting, bunching, and corner curling that can make an unsecured rug a trip hazard.
Comfort
A 1/4-inch pad makes the rug feel plush and reduces noise.
Sizing
The 270x360 cm rug fits large living rooms; the 240x300 cm fits medium rooms; the 150x240 cm suits a coffee table or layering.
Wall clearance
Leave 40 cm of bare floor between the rug and the walls for a spacious appearance.
Layering
If the 150x240 cm rug feels too small, layer it over a larger natural-fiber rug.
Versatility
Neutral checkerboard rug can be styled in bedrooms, living rooms, bathrooms, and utility rooms.
Rug pad
A breathable felt-and-rubber pad reduces fiber matting by 30–50% and prevents moisture buildup under the rug.
Vacuuming
Use suction-only vacuuming to prevent beater-bar damage; initial shedding resolves with regular vacuuming.
Stain removal
Blot spills with cold water, avoid steam cleaning, and professional clean every 12-18 months to preserve wool.
Preventive maintenance
Rotate the rug every 6-12 months and vacuum both sides weekly in peak season to prevent moth damage.
Styling
Matches the 2025 soft-minimalist trend when paired with light wood and neutrals.
Material
100% wool offers natural stain resistance, 50–100 year lifespan, and noise reduction.
Uniqueness
Handmade wool rug with natural fiber variations; no two are identical.
Color variation
The Ivory/Cream Beige rug can vary from online photos because natural fibers and artisanal construction make each rug unique.
Texture variation
Pile heights vary between rugs because of handmade construction, and wool's resilience helps prevent permanent flattening.
Shedding
Shedding of loose fibers is normal and decreases after the first few weeks of regular vacuuming.
Wool type and pile height
The product information does not specify the wool type or pile height for this rug.
Underfoot feel
The multi-texture wool surface feels cool in summer and toasty underfoot in winter due to insulating air pockets in the wool crimp.

Product record

Title
Textured Checkerboard Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
Brand
Simons Maison
Price
328 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Textured checkerboard artisanal rug See available sizes product image (primary)
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Product

Rectangular checkerboard rug composed of alternating textured square panels in light and dark natural tones; shown flat on a floor with an oval wooden coffee table and partial sofa overlapping the right edge.

  • Shape and layoutRectangular rug with straight edges and a visible continuous border; layout divided into an even grid of square panels arranged in a checkerboard pattern covering the entire rug surface.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.86 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Panel textureEach square panel shows a coarse, looped or low-pile textured weave with visible horizontal striations in the yarn; texture intensity varies between panels with some panels appearing denser.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Checkerboard colorationAlternating tonal squares range from very light cream to medium beige to darker warm brown, forming the checkerboard contrast.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Surface overlap and occlusionRight edge of the rug is partially obscured by the arm and seat of a light-colored sofa; an oval wooden coffee table is centered on the rug and covers central panels.
    2 regionsx 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.16 · w 0.34 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Edge finishingRug edges show a simple finished selvage with the pile ending cleanly and no visible fringe.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.86 · h 0.96 (medium)

Other

Lifestyle scene shot from above showing a wooden floor, oval coffee table with magazine and glasses, partial light fabric sofa on the right, and a soft shadow cast by the table. Even, warm studio lighting with minimal glare.

  • Coffee tableElongated oval wooden coffee table with a warm medium-brown wood grain finish placed centrally on the rug; a folded open magazine and a pair of reading glasses sit on the table surface.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.74 (high)
  • Magazine text blockDense printed photo pages visible in the open magazine but text is too small to read at this resolution.Partial
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (medium)
  • Sofa partial viewLight-colored upholstered sofa arm and seat visible along the right edge, overlapping the rug; fabric appears textured and cream-toned.
    1 regionx 0.82 · y 0.14 · w 0.17 · h 0.73 (high)
  • FlooringLight natural wood plank flooring surrounds the rug on the left and top edges; planks run vertically in the image framing the rug.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 1.00 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowWarm, diffused overhead lighting with a clear soft shadow of the coffee table cast toward the bottom center of the image.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (medium)

Colors

light cream· light cream squaresmedium beige· medium beige squares#CDB39Awarm brown· dark warm brown squares#934B2C
Textured checkerboard artisanal rug See available sizes product image 2
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Product

Close-up of a folded beige textured rug showing looped and ribbed pile, serged edge and the woven fabric backing visible inside the fold.

  • Pile textureEvenly spaced alternating ribbed and looped pile forming a subtle checkerboard-like texture across the surface; ribs run roughly parallel to the fold.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.60 · h 0.75 (high)
  • Folded cornerOne corner of the rug is folded back into a tubular roll, exposing the underside and showing the pile compressing along the fold.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.43 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Serged edgeNarrow serged binding along the rug edge visible where the fold turns, finished in the same beige tone as the pile.
    1 regionx 0.50 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Woven backingFlat woven backing visible inside the fold with fine horizontal weave lines in a contrasting light gray-tan color.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Pile fiber appearanceShort, densely packed fibers with a matte finish; individual looped tufts create a slightly nubby surface.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)

Other

Studio-style close-up image with even lighting, slight shadowing from the fold, and a small visible area of a light wood floor at the lower left corner.

  • Shot compositionClose-up, detail crop filling the frame with the rug; the folded area is positioned toward the right-center creating diagonal lines.
  • Supporting surfaceA narrow strip of light-colored hardwood floor is visible at the bottom-left corner beneath the rug.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.86 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting with mild directional shadow where the rug folds, producing subtle highlights on the pile tops.

Colors

warm beige· pile#DCBB94light gray-tan· woven backing
Textured checkerboard artisanal rug See available sizes product image 3
03

Product

A floor rug with an alternating checkerboard of textured square panels in muted beige and brown tones; the rug covers the visible floor area in front of the bed and is partially occluded by a wooden bench.

  • Checkerboard textureAlternating square panels forming a checkerboard across the visible rug surface; each square shows a distinct pile/loop texture producing a subtle tonal grid.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.68 · w 0.92 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Color variationSquares alternate between a lighter beige-taupe and a darker warm grey-brown, creating a subdued two-tone checkerboard effect.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.68 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.68 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Occlusion by benchFront edge of the rug is partially covered by a narrow wooden bench placed across the bed foot, obscuring the rug immediately beneath the bench legs.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.84 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Lifestyle bedroom scene with a bed, wooden bench, wall art and twin wall sconces; warm directional lighting creates soft shadows and highlights.

  • Bed and beddingA bed occupies the center of the image with a white textured coverlet and an olive-green long lumbar pillow plus matching side pillows partially visible behind it.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.34 · w 0.80 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Wooden benchA simple rustic wooden bench with a dark, worn finish sits at the foot of the bed and spans nearly the full image width; a closed book rests on its right side.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Framed wall artA square framed abstract painting with a wide light mat and a dark central irregular square is centered above the bed against a pale wall.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Wall sconcesTwo brass wall sconces with conical white shades flank the framed art symmetrically and cast warm light downward.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.79 · y 0.20 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Nightstand plantA small light-colored vase with white tulip-like flowers sits on the left nightstand, visible at the left edge of the bed.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsWarm, even artificial lighting from the wall sconces produces soft downward illumination and subtle shadows under the bench and along the rug texture.
  • Book title (on bench)ARRANGING THINGS
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Shot compositionCentered composition with the bed and framed art aligned on the vertical center; image crops from the top of the wall to the floor, showing full width of the bed and rug area.

Colors

light beige-taupe· lighter checker squareswarm grey-brown· darker checker squares#BC9B74

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/rugs/area-rugs/up-to-9-x-12/textured-checkerboard-artisanal-rug-see-available-sizes--15674-24301381?colourId=0
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