Wool Rugs in New Zealand

Wool is renewable and biodegradable and thus wool rugs in New Zealand are an eco-friendly décor choice. New Zealand wool is famous to be the purest and whitest wool in the world.

Sheep from which New Zealand wool is sourced are raised on land unsuitable for food-crop farming or other agricultural purposes. No banned pesticides are used on New Zealand sheep-farms thus making this industry one of the world's most eco-friendly animal production industries. Wool rugs in New Zealand are produced in an eco-friendly manner so that the delicate and vital balance in nature is not upset.

Wool rugs in New Zealand come in varying sizes and many patterns. They are plush, soft and comfortable As New Zealand wool lends itself well to dyeing; Wool rugs in New Zealand have extensive lasting colors. They are available in both traditional and modern designs. A bright white base which plays up all colors is used to create all types of vibrant and stylish wool rugs in New Zealand. Good quality rugs use color fast and stain challenging yarns.

Wool rugs in New Zealand can be either hand-tufted or machine woven. Their quality, thickness and density also differ due to this factor. Normally handmade rugs are thicker and denser than machine woven ones. If correctly maintained, wool rugs can last for 6 to 10 years depending upon the quality of the rugs.

Sheepskin rugs are a byproduct of the wool rug in New Zealand industry and are among the most popular rugs. They are lavish and grand and compliment house furnishings. The length of the rugs can vary from 75cm to around 250cm and the minimum width necessary ranges from 50cm onwards.

Wool rugs in New Zealand can also be custom made. Many companies allow you to choose from different center designs, border designs, shape options, patterns, pile and colors. Some companies also let you create your own design to match the décor and think of your home.