Braided rugs have a long history dating back to the colonial era in America. Early settlers used braided rugs as a way to recycle old clothing and textiles, and the technique was passed down through generations. The process of braiding rugs is simple, but time-consuming, and involves braiding strips of fabric together to create a thick, durable rug.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, braided rugs were a popular way to add a decorative touch to homes, as well as providing warmth and comfort. The rugs were often made from scraps of fabric, such as wool, cotton, and linen, and were often colorful and vibrant.
In the 20th century, braided rugs fell out of popularity, but in the 1970s, there was a resurgence of interest in traditional crafts and techniques, and braided rugs once again became popular. Today, braided rugs are still made by hand, using a variety of materials, including wool, cotton, and synthetic fibers. They are often used as accent rugs, or for decorative purposes, in homes, offices and commercial spaces.
Braided rugs are also an important part of the tradition of different cultures, and are still made by artisans in countries like Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.
Braided rugs have been warming hearths and homes of Americans for over 200 years. With a little American ingenuity, the Colonists began sewing rags and scraps of wool into long strips. These strips were then hand braided and sewn into durable rugs for their simple homes. These colorful rugs have stood the test of time and are still an important design element today.
The Fox Decor offers several types of braided rugs, each with their own benefits:
WOOL CLOTH BRAIDED RUGS
The wool cloth braided rug is the most authentic looking style of braided rug. Made of strips of flat wool cloth, wool cloth braided rugs have the more traditional look of a bye gone era. These are also the most durable braided rug for your heaviest traffic areas. No braided rug could stand up to your busy life better than one braided from durable wool cloth.
YARN BRAIDED RUGS
Offered in the widest range of colors and materials, our flat braided yarn rugs can fit into your busy life in a variety of ways. Choose the material that's right for you. Water and stain resistant polypropelene braided rugs make a practical choice for under the breakfast table or on the porch. Soft cotton chenille is the coziest choice for a bedroom or nursery. Practical wool blends work well all over the house in the living room, family room or den.
TAPE BRAIDED or WOVEN CLOTH RUGS
Tape braided rugs are constructed by first weaving yarn into a flat woven cloth. This woven cloth is then folded and braided into durable wide braided styles. This adds strength to the yarn, making the rug stronger and more durable than a yarn braided rug.