Belinera IV Navy 4' Square Rug

Wool is an excellent choice for pet owners because the fibers contain natural oils that make them inherently resistant to dirt and light staining. The medium pile of this rug provides a comfortable, soft surface for pets while remaining easy to maintain with regular vacuuming. To prevent damage, we recommend keeping pet claws trimmed to avoid snagging the hand-tufted loops, which helps preserve the rug's traditional floral pattern.

Shedding is a normal, natural characteristic of high-quality wool rugs and is not a defect. Because this rug is hand-tufted in India using natural wool, small loose fibers will surface during the first few months of use. To manage this, we recommend vacuuming your rug regularly using a suction-only setting. Avoid using a vacuum with a beater bar or rotating brush, as these can be too aggressive and pull at the delicate hand-tufted fibers.

A 4' square rug is an ideal design tool for defining smaller "zones" or accenting compact spaces. Its symmetrical proportions make it particularly effective for grounding a small reading nook, centering a foyer, or placing under a square café table. To maintain a balanced aesthetic, our experts suggest following the "18-inch rule," leaving about 18 inches of bare floor between the rug’s edges and the walls to ensure the space feels open and intentional.

While wool is a highly durable material, it is naturally breathable and absorbent. In high-humidity environments or coastal regions, wool fibers can trap moisture from the air, which may lead to a musty scent if the room is not well-ventilated. In these climates, we recommend using a high-quality rug pad to provide a protective barrier and ensuring the room has consistent airflow to keep the natural fibers dry and fresh.

Wool is a premium natural fiber valued for its exceptional durability and natural resilience. While synthetic rugs like polypropylene are often more affordable, this hand-tufted wool rug offers a more luxurious texture and superior longevity. Wool's natural elasticity allows the medium pile to "spring back" after being compressed by footsteps or furniture, making it a hallmark of quality that frequently outlasts man-made alternatives.

For this wool rug, our care instructions specify "spot clean only." If a spill occurs, it is crucial to act quickly by blotting the area with a clean, dry white cloth to absorb the liquid—never rub or scrub, as this can damage the wool fibers and set the stain. For persistent spots, use a small amount of mild detergent mixed with cool water, blotting gently and finishing with a clean, damp cloth to rinse.