The Rug Company

There are many ways to make a rug by hand and many materials to choose from. Different yarns display different properties of strength, softness and lustre. Some are smooth and cool to the touch while others are sumptuously soft and warm. Beyond the more obvious charms of wool, silk and cotton we have explored the merits of such diverse fibres as bamboo, banana leaf, mohair, merino and alpaca.

We have remained faithful to the natural materials, carefully preserving their inherent properties. Once a yarn is chosen there are myriad ways in which it can be knotted and woven, twisted and looped to produce a handmade rug.

These differing techniques produce a range of textural surfaces, from fine and flat to chunky and shaggy. Whilst the precise detail of weaving techniques is the stuff of academia, here follows a brief introduction to the basics.

TRC Lab is the Contract division of The Rug Company, driven by specialists to provide expertise across a range of sectors including luxury retail, hospitality, corporate and institutional projects.

From initial inception to final installation, TRC Lab offers a seamless and unique design service, working alongside clients to deliver exceptional flooring solutions to align with timings and budgets. TRC Lab is renowned by trade professionals for its ability to exceed client expectations, marrying technical refinement with absolute design integrity. Its unique offering includes a diverse range of high-quality carpeting qualities ranging from handtufted, axminster to handknotted.