Momeni
Bristol Blue Medallions Hallway Rug 70 X 245 Cm
The Bristol Blue Medallions Hallway Rug is a handwoven cotton and wool blend runner from Momeni's Bristol Collection, measuring 27 by 96 inches (70 by 245 cm) with a 0.25-inch pile height. It features a flat-woven blue medallion pattern with fringed ends, designed for use as a narrow hallway runner. Handmade in India, this low-pile wool rug may shed initially (a common characteristic of wool rugs), and a rug pad is recommended for safety.
- Color
- Bristol Blue
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Style
- contemporary, traditional
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Size
Specifications
Handwoven wool and cotton blend rug with classic medallion design in neutral contemporary tones, ideal for hallways.
Pile height: 0.25 inches (0.5 cm). Handmade in India from a cotton and wool blend. Rug pad recommended for safety.
- Color
- Bristol Blue · blue
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- contemporary, traditional
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 245x70x0.5 cm
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- handwoven
- durable
- cotton and wool blend
- handmade in India
- artisanal methods
- slight imperfections normal
- rug pad recommended
- medallion pattern
- neutral contemporary tones
Product Insights
The Momeni Bristol Blue Medallions Hallway Rug is a handwoven, 90% wool and 10% cotton low-pile runner that resists matting and stays flat under foot traffic, offering a distressed aesthetic with two identical medallion motifs on a dark blue border. Priced at $599 CAD—nearly half the cost of comparable hand-tufted options—it includes a warranty, though it is currently out of stock. The construction requires a thin felt-and-rubber pad and suction-only vacuuming to maintain durability; initial wool shedding is temporary and harmless. Reddit reviewers note a softer, higher-quality feel than synthetic alternatives, and the wool surface resists stains.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Handwoven construction is more durable than hand-tufted; initial shedding is temporary and harmless.
- Value
- $599 CAD is nearly half the price of comparable hand-tufted runners, and a warranty is included.
- Care
- A thin rug pad and suction-only vacuuming preserve the handwoven construction's durability.
- Durability
- Hand-woven 90% wool/10% cotton low-pile resists matting and stays flat under foot traffic.
- Maintenance
- New wool shedding is temporary and clears within months with suction-only vacuuming.
- Rug pad
- A thin felt-and-rubber pad (~1/8) is recommended to prevent shifting on hardwood or tile.
- Stability
- Cotton warp and wool crimp prevent runner from stretching or matting.
- Shedding
- Initial shedding is temporary and does not affect weave integrity.
- Pad pairing
- Low pile runner pairs well with thin felt-and-rubber rug pads.
- Pattern
- Two identical medallions repeat in the same orientation along the runner, with decorative motifs and a dark blue border.
- Vacuuming
- Use suction-only vacuuming to protect handwoven fibers and fringe.
- Feel
- Reddit reviewers describe a softer, higher-quality feel than synthetic options.
- Cleanability
- Wool surface resists stains and needs only suction-only vacuuming.
- Distressed aesthetic
- The 0.25-inch pile height and handwoven construction create a uniform, intentionally aged patina.
Product record
- Title
- Bristol Blue Medallions Hallway Rug 70 X 245 Cm
- Brand
- Momeni
- Price
- 599 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Narrow rectangular woven hallway runner with two central medallions, geometric border, tasseled fringes at both short ends, and a coarse flat-woven texture visible across the field.
- Overall shapeLong narrow rectangular runner with short fringed tassels along both short edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Pile and weaveFlat, low-pile woven surface with visible warp/weft texture and subtle irregularities from the weave.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.76 (high) - Medallion patternTwo repeated large central geometric medallions placed along the runner's length, each with a cross-like motif in the center.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.52 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high) - BorderNarrow rectilinear inner border and a thin outer border in a contrasting darker blue that frames the central field.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Small decorative motifsSmall diamond and floral-like motifs appear in the triangular sections near each short end and between medallions.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Fringe detailShort twisted fringe tassels in an off-white color at both the top and bottom short edges.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.04 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.96 · w 0.76 · h 0.04 (high) - Color accentsVisible small gold-toned accent spots distributed irregularly across the field and within motifs.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.58 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Top-down product shot of the runner centered on a plain white background, evenly lit with minimal shadowing and no props.
- Shot compositionRunner photographed flat and centered in frame with even white background filling the image margins.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with very slight shadowing along the rug edges; no directional glare.
- Image qualitySharp focus with visible woven texture; colors appear true to the photographed object without motion blur.
Colors
warm beige· field background#D4CBBBmuted slate blue· medallions and border#6C727Cmuted gold· small motif accents#9C927Coff-white· fringe- Overall shapeLong narrow rectangular runner with short fringed tassels along both short edges.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a woven hallway rug showing pile surface with medallion/linear motif, a folded corner revealing the woven backing, and a short knotted fringe on one narrow edge.
- Woven pile surfaceDense low-profile looped weave visible across the rug face with tightly packed horizontal rows of yarn creating a ribbed texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.75 · h 0.85 (high) - Patterned borderVertical decorative border with rectangular medallion motifs and narrow double-line separators in a dark contrasting color running near the right edge of the rug face.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.96 (high) - Folded corner showing backingLower-right corner folded back to expose the rug underside: a tightly woven backing fabric in a dark gray with small lighter flecks and a stitched border where pile meets backing.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.48 · w 0.47 · h 0.46 (high) - Knotted fringeShort off-white knotted fringe runs along the rug narrow edge visible at lower-left of image; individual fringe strands are straight and untwisted.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Color variation and subtle distressingPile shows irregular, slightly mottled color patches and faintly worn or vintage appearance where lighter and darker yarns mix across the surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.72 · h 0.80 (medium) - Stitching along folded edgeStitched seam where backing is turned and finished with a slightly visible machine stitch in a contrasting lighter thread along the folded corner.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.45 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with a white background, soft even lighting and minimal shadow; image is cropped to show rug detail and folded corner.
- Background and surfaceSmooth flat white background occupies the lower-right portion of the image and provides contrast to the rug; no props or packaging visible.
1 region
x 0.75 · y 0.42 · w 0.25 · h 0.58 (high) - Shot compositionClose-crop detail view focused on the rug corner with the fold positioned near the lower-right quadrant and the patterned border along the right side.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing along the folded edge and under the fringe indicating directional overhead light.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.50 · w 0.30 · h 0.25 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus on texture and weave; no visible text or labels in the image.
Colors
warm beige· pile base (beige/tan areas)#C4BCABmuted olive green· pile accent (muted olive areas)dark charcoal· pattern outlines and border motifs#35353Adark gray· backing (underside)#434245off-white· fringe- Woven pile surfaceDense low-profile looped weave visible across the rug face with tightly packed horizontal rows of yarn creating a ribbed texture.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/BuyItForLife, r/HomeDecoratingRedditors generally view Momeni as a decent mid-range rug brand with wool options that shed initially but hold up over time, though some caution against hand-tufted construction.
Positive comments about quality and value, but concerns about shedding and construction durability.
Themes
Use Cases
- Area rugs for living spaces
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Synthetic Wayfair rugs
Momeni wool rug is higher quality, softer, and cleans better
vs Hand-knotted rugs
Tufted Momeni rugs are lower quality and shed more
Source Threads
Positive experience with Momeni rugs despite initial shedding
I really like Momeni rugs—I’ve used them for years. They are not a Target specific brand. The brand is offered at many US retailers. The Momeni rugs I have do shed especially at first. The shedding does slow time with time.
u/SnooGoats3915r/BuyItForLifeView thread →