Sloala - Vintage Distressed Rug - 6'11 X 10'1

This hand-woven, one-of-a-kind piece embodies Anatolian heritage through a flatwoven construction, showcasing a faded patina and abrash detail. Featuring an overdyed finish, this low-pile, no-shed, high-traffic durable, layering-friendly, underfloor-heating safe, reversible weave, soft-touch, distressed character, ghost-pattern, 70s craftsmanship, cotton-polyester blend, single-piece artisanal rug displays distinct sun-bleached tones.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are defined by their aged aesthetic, often featuring faded tones and abrash-like colour variations that reflect mid-20th-century Anatolian hand-weaving traditions. Distressed rugs utilise surface treatments to mimic decades of wear, creating erased pile areas that reveal the base structure. This process frequently involves overdyeing, where original rugs are submerged in a saturated colour bath, resulting in ghost traces of the original pattern beneath a contemporary wash.

Where It Works

The flatwoven construction allows this rug to lie completely level, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as hallways, living rooms, and kitchens. Its thin profile is compatible with underfloor heating systems and is highly effective for layering over larger carpets.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a turquoise overdyed finish that emphasises the underlying ghost-pattern and distressed character.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend; cotton provides breathability while polyester adds durability and moisture resistance for everyday use.
• — The flatwoven, no-pile construction ensures a low-profile finish that is easy to maintain and resistant to shedding.
• — These rugs reference the Anatolian hand-weaving tradition; each piece is one-of-a-kind, with minor variations in colour and pattern that are characteristic of vintage-style production.
• — Highly versatile for high-traffic zones and compatible with underfloor-heating, offering a reversible weave for balanced wear.