Hand-tufted rugs

Hand-tufted rugs  are made using a semi-manual process, a faster and more affordable alternative to traditional rug knotting.

First, a sturdy backing fabric, usually made of cotton or linen, is stretched onto a frame. The desired pattern is drawn onto this fabric to serve as a guide for the work that follows.

Next comes a special tufting gun . It shoots loops of yarn through the backing fabric. Depending on the technique, the loops either stay closed (“loop pile”) or are cut open (“cut pile”), which creates a velvety surface. This method allows for great creative variety and makes it possible to combine different colours and types of yarn.

Once the pattern has been fully worked in, the back of the rug is finished with a latex coating . This fixing keeps the fibres exactly where they belong and gives the rug a stable structure. After drying, an extra textile or felt layer is often added to improve comfort and durability.

The last step is the finishing of the rug. Here the surface is brought into shape by shearing and smoothing to ensure an even look. Depending on the design, different pile heights can create additional patterns or textures. Finally, the edges are carefully hemmed or finished with a braid.