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Vintage Rugs
Our vintage rugs give you the faded, well-loved look of a rug that has spent decades in a family home, but they arrive new, from £29. Choose from 77 designs: washed Persian-style medallions, soft vintage florals, tribal patterns, overdyed oriental-style blooms and quiet distressed neutrals, in cream, beige, grey, navy, blue and rich multicolour. Sizes run from 66 x 100 cm to 200 x 300 cm, with hallway runners up to 80 x 300 cm. Delivery is free across the UK, with free 14-day returns.
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Vintage rugs or vintage-style rugs?
A genuine vintage rug is a pre-owned piece, usually woven in the mid 20th century, and every one is a one-off in whatever size and condition it has survived in. Our vintage rugs are vintage-style: new, machine-made rugs designed with washed colour, softened pattern and a gently worn surface, so they look aged from the day they arrive. The Persian and oriental designs are Persian-style reproductions of traditional patterns, not antiques.
That means you can choose the exact size and colour you need, order a matching runner for the hall, and avoid the wear, repairs and price of an old rug, while still getting the relaxed, lived-in character people love about vintage looking rugs.
Five vintage looks in our collection
| Range | The look | Example designs | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folklore | Heavily washed Persian-style and Heriz-style medallions, Oushak-style florals, Kazak-style tribal grids and kilim bands, with a gentle high-low texture | Alder, Bramble, Clover, Elder, Hawthorn | £29 |
| Hush and Patina | Quiet, heavily distressed neutrals in cream, oatmeal and soft grey; Patina adds worn-in medallions with textural depth | Chalk and Heather (Hush), Tetbury (Patina) | £63 |
| Lustre | High-low pile with a subtle sheen: washed Heriz-style medallions, a brushed plaster abstract, an irregular check and sage green traditional designs | Amber, Jade, Opal | £70 |
| Samarkand | Overdyed oriental-style florals in magenta, emerald, cobalt and saffron on smoky slate grey, with streaky abrash colour | Clove, Juniper, Sumac | £84 |
| Heirloom | Sun-faded Persian-style vines and medallions, vintage florals and painterly distressed abstracts with a soft sheen | Beatrice, Clementine, Edith | £91 |
How to choose a vintage rug for each room
For a living room, a large vintage rug in 160 x 230 or 200 x 290 cm anchors the seating area: aim for the front legs of the sofa and chairs to sit on the rug. In a bedroom, a 120 x 170 or 150 x 200 cm rug across the lower half of the bed gives a soft landing on both sides. Kitchens and hallways suit runners, where a busy faded pattern hides crumbs and footprints well.
| Size | Where it works |
|---|---|
| 66 x 100 cm | Front door, bathroom doorway, beside the bed |
| 60 x 230, 66 x 200, 66 x 230 cm | Hallways, landings, galley kitchens |
| 60 x 240, 80 x 300 cm | Long halls and open-plan kitchen runs |
| 80 x 150 cm | Bedsides, reading corners, small studies |
| 120 x 170, 150 x 200 cm | Bedrooms, small living rooms, under a coffee table |
| 160 x 230 cm | Most living rooms and dining tables for four |
| 200 x 290, 200 x 300 cm | Large living rooms, corner sofas, open-plan spaces |
Vintage colours and what to pair them with
| Vintage colourway | Pairs well with |
|---|---|
| Cream, beige and oatmeal | Limewashed walls, linen, oak, rattan |
| Grey and slate | White or grey walls, black metal, velvet in jewel colours |
| Navy and faded blue | Warm white, brass, dark wood floors |
| Rust, red and terracotta | Leather, ochre, olive and deep green walls |
| Green and sage | Natural wood, plants, stoneware, cream upholstery |
| Multicolour and overdyed | Plain sofas and walls, so the rug can lead the room |
Faded rugs are forgiving with mixed furniture. A washed vintage red rug warms a grey sofa, and a beige vintage rug calms a busy, colourful room.
Looking after a vintage-style rug
Vacuum regularly on a low setting without a beater bar, working with the pile. Blot spills at once with a clean white cloth and spot clean with cold water and a little mild detergent. Avoid soaking or scrubbing, which can roughen the surface, and use a professional rug cleaner for a deeper clean. A rug underlay helps keep it in place on boards and tiles.
Related collections
If you love the worn-in look, explore Folklore washed vintage rugs, the faded designs in Heirloom distressed rugs or the jewel colours of Samarkand overdyed rugs. For crisper classic patterns, browse our traditional rugs and Persian-style rugs.
Vintage Rugs rugs: your questions answered
Are your vintage rugs genuine antiques?
No. They are new vintage-style rugs, designed with washed colour and a softly worn surface so they look aged from day one. The Persian and oriental designs are machine-made reproductions of traditional patterns, which keeps prices from £29 and lets you choose your size.
What size vintage rug do I need?
For most living rooms, 160 x 230 cm lets the front legs of the sofa sit on the rug, and 200 x 290 or 200 x 300 cm suits larger rooms. Bedrooms usually suit 120 x 170 or 150 x 200 cm, and hallways a 66 x 230 or 80 x 300 cm runner.
Do you sell large vintage rugs?
Yes. Many designs come in 200 x 290 or 200 x 300 cm, large enough for an open-plan living area or a corner sofa. Check each product page for the sizes available in that design.
Is the faded, worn look a fault?
No. The washed colours, softened pattern and distressed finish are part of the design, so every rug arrives looking gently aged. Small variations in tone are intentional.
How do I clean a vintage-style rug?
Vacuum regularly on a low setting without a beater bar. Blot spills straight away, then spot clean with cold water and a little mild detergent. For a deeper clean, use a professional rug cleaner rather than soaking the rug at home.
Can I use a vintage rug with underfloor heating?
Usually, yes. Use an underlay made for underfloor heating and check your heating manufacturer's guidance first. On hard floors, an underlay also helps stop the rug moving.
How much is delivery, and can I return my rug?
Delivery is free to UK addresses. If the rug is not right for your room, you have free 14-day returns, so you can see the faded colours in your own light first.
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