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"This rug is utterly divine. So soft underfoot and I love supporting the cause" — Emily, M. Brisbane
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Eltham – A rug that invites you to slow down.
Eltham is crafted for life's quieter moments—beautifully soft underfoot and full of tactile charm.
Handwoven from pure New Zealand wool, Eltham features a distinctive "popcorn" loop weave that creates a deeply cushioned, luxurious feel. In soft grey tones subtly flecked with natural variation, it brings a soothing, grounded presence to any room—neutral, versatile, and endlessly inviting.
Ethically handwoven in India under Care & Fair certification, Eltham is made with integrity, designed for homes where comfort and craftsmanship matter.
This rug is perfect if you:
✓ Love soft, sink-in textures that feel incredible underfoot ✓ Want a neutral, grounding foundation with subtle character ✓ Value sustainable materials and ethical production
Why You’ll Love It:
✓ Deeply cushioned "popcorn" loop weave for ultimate comfort ✓ Crafted from ultra-soft, breathable, undyed New Zealand wool ✓ Natural insulation properties — warm in winter, cool in summer ✓ Ethically handwoven under Care & Fair certification ✓ Approximate 20mm pile height for a plush, tactile feel
Choose a rug that feels like a soft exhale—crafted for slow living and lasting comfort.
Smaller areas
We recommend sizes from 160x230cm or 155x255cm. The preference is to be able to place your feet on the rug when you are seated to provide you with maximum comfort. The rug should provide a border around the main furniture piece in your room.
Medium Areas
We recommend sizes from 190x280cm, 200x290cm or 200x300cm. The rug should frame your space, so the preference is to have a rug large enough so that it extends beyond the length of your lounge by at least 10-20cm on each side. In a bedroom, it should extend at least 50cm out from the sides of the bed to provide a luxurious resting place for your feet when you get in and out of bed.
Larger Areas
We recommend sizes from 280x380cm or 300x400cm In a spacious room, aim to buy a large enough rug to fit all pieces of room furniture on it. You don't want the furniture to feel cramped, so make sure there is sufficient space between the furniture items..
A handcrafted rug is designed to last decades with the right care. Here’s everything you need to know to keep yours looking beautiful.
Why Wool Rugs Shed (and Why It’s a Good Sign)
Noticed fluff on the surface after un-rolling? Don’t worry. Shedding is normal in natural fibre rugs:
Loose fibres from weaving work their way out at first.
It’s proof of genuine, handwoven wool: not synthetic blends.
With gentle vacuuming, shedding significantly reduces within 6 months.
Think of it like breaking in leather boots: extra at first, then it softens, settles, and lasts a lifetime.
Everyday Rug Care
Vacuum regularly on low suction, no brush bars.
Blot spills immediately (never rub).
Avoid harsh cleaners, steam, or machine washing.
Rotate every 6–12 months for balanced fading and wear.
Care by Material
Wool → resilient, easy-care, soft underfoot.
Jute → shake or lightly vacuum; avoid water.
Tencel/Art Silk → very delicate, vacuum gently; avoid moisture; professional clean only.
Polypropylene/Polyester → durable, easy to deep clean, suits non-eco-friendly homes.
Common Questions
What are those little tufts sticking up?
These are “sprouts”—loose yarn ends that pop up. Simply trim with scissors or tuck back with a blunt tool. They’re part of the charm of handmade work.
Why doesn’t my rug lie flat?
New rugs can buckle or crease. To fix:
Reverse-roll it overnight.
Place in sunlight for a few hours to relax the fibres.
Repeat if needed. Your rug will naturally settle with time.
Will heavy furniture damage my rug?
Yes, sharp or heavy legs can leave permanent marks. Always use protectors and rotate your rug every 6–12 months to even out wear.
Why does my rug look a different colour in places?
Changes in light direction or weave can create natural shading. This isn’t a flaw, it’s part of what makes each rug unique.
Do Busy, High Traffic Homes need Extra Protection?
For homes with kids or pets, we strongly recommend adding peace of mind via MicroSeal® protection to guard against spills and extend the life of your rug.
How often do I need to get my rug professionally cleaned?
We advise scheduling a rug clean with professional cleaners experienced with natural fibres every 1-3 years. For stubborn stains or your annual refresh, here are a handful of trusted specialists in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Port Macquarie.
Sydney
Devine Rug Care +61 2 9982 1000 devine@rugclean.com.au 17 Mitchell Road Brookvale NSW 2100 rugclean.com.au
Rug & Fabric Care Company 1300 685 203 info@rugandfabriccare.com.au 92 Woonona Avenue Wahroonga NSW 2076 rugandfabriccare.com.au
Able Carpet Care +61 3 9562 7565 5/6 Coora Rd Oakleigh VIC 3166 ablecarpetcare.com.au
Perth
Perth Rug Wash +61 8 9244 8851 343 Railway Parade Shenton Park WA 6008 www.perthrugwash.com.au
Adelaide
Goldline Karpet Kare +61 418 846 619 16 Chapman Street Rostrevor SA 5073
Port Macquarie
Port Crystal Cleaners +61 2 6581 4524 32 Munster Street Port Macquarie NSW 2444 rugcleaningport.com
A Final Thought
Every Rugs for Good piece is handwoven, unique, and built to last. With a little care, your rug will grow softer, richer, and more beautiful with age, becoming the backdrop to years of memories.
If you want to keep your natural fibre rug beautiful for decades, think of it like an heirloom and a symbol of craftsmanship. With your help it will grow softer and more meaningful with every year.
Natural Fibre Rugs will Shed for the First 6 Months All natural fibre wool rugs will shed and produce fluff for the first 6 months. Inferior quality wool rugs tend to shed for much longer, and far worse than premium New Zealand Wool (as the climate of New Zealand naturally produces wool with high lanolin, which makes it resistant to snapping and breaking). Shedding is a result of the making process and is not a fault, it's a standard characteristic of wool rugs. This will reduce month on month with regular vacuuming (on the lowest setting (without bristles or combs) — usually settling completely within a year. Initial shedding is a result of loose fibres that remain in the rug from the making process. If this natural process is something you can't tolerate, a polypropylene/polyester rug may be more suitable for you, despite the impact on the planet.
Handmade Natural Fibre Rugs will Sprout Tufts/sprouts are perfectly normal, especially where the end of the yarn pops up from being tucked under the weave. Simply push these tufts back in using a blunt instrument. Handmade natural fibre rugs — whether woven or braided — will naturally have imperfections and inconsistencies. These unique variations are one element of the beauty handweaved into each rug.
How to Deal with Pilling Pilling can occur due to moving furniture, traffic, vacuuming on high settings, or other mechanical agitation. Simply carefully trim with scissors.
Vacuum Regularly To remove dust and dirt, regular light vacuuming is recommended with your vacuum on the lowest setting (without bristles or combs). We suggest avoiding powerful vacuum settings or power heads — as stiff bristles and strong suction can damage the pile. For everyday cleaning of jute runners and doormats, a simple shake outside will remove excess dust, dirt and fluff.
How to Fix Rug Not Lying Flat Buckling/creasing/not lying flat is common when you first unroll your rug. The best way to speed up the rug relaxing flat is to reverse-roll / back-roll the rug and apply pressure at the same time on the area where the rug is creased / folded. Leave it back-rolled for a few hours or overnight to give the rug some time for its tension to relax. Then, lay it out again and see how well it worked. If needed, redo your reverse roll and repeat. If the above does not work, try lying the rug out in the sun for a couple of hours to warm up and loosen the fibres to help it flatten.
Rotate your Rug Try to rotate your rug every 6-12 months to ensure even wear.
Clean Spills via Blotting & Spot Clean Immediately The prompt removal of stains/soil marks is necessary to maintain your rug's appearance. If stains are not dealt with immediately they may become permanent and even a professional cleaner may be unable to help. Spills should be cleaned immediately. Never rub a spill, instead blot any liquids with a dry absorbent white cloth or white paper towel. Some stains may be cleaned with a mild detergent and lukewarm water. If the stain cannot be removed, like a paint, nail polish, shoe polish, seek specialist advice. Do not machine wash rugs. For further protection of your new rug we recommend purchasing MicroSeal Protection. You can learn more about MircoSeal and purchase it here: https://rugsforgood.com.au/products/microseal-rug-protection
Sunlight & Fading: Placing rugs in direct and continuous sunlight will cause them to fade. It is best to avoid placing a rug in direct sunlight if possible, and to regularly rotate your rug if sunlight is falling on one area of the rug. Fading will happen slowly over time, and this bleaching effect will permanently damage your rug. It occurs more obviously with darker coloured rugs.
Furniture Markings Be aware that some heavy furniture can mark and flatten the pile in rugs, causing irreversible damage. Some heavy or sharp edged furniture pieces, or constant moving of furniture, can pull the rug out of shape so it appears less square.
Get Your Rug Cleaned Professionally Every Year Try to have your rugs professionally cleaned at least once every 12 months via a professional carpet/rug cleaner. Professional cleaning should be carried out only by a reputable company, and they should avoid using any shampoos or cleaners with a spirit base.
Manufacturing Variations / Characteristics of Handmade Wool Rugs Our rugs are individually hand woven and as such are subject to the following manufacturing variations, which are not considered faults or defects:
Size Being a handmade article, the size can vary by approximately 3% from the exact size ordered.
Colour Our products are made from natural and hand dyed fibres. Every effort is made to ensure there is minimal colour variation however some variation can be expected between dye lots.
Design & Construction Minor variations may be evident in the design and construction, including line or weave thickness, which is due to the fact that the product is a handmade item.
Shading Shading may occur due to changes in pile and weave direction. Areas of the rug may appear to have changed colour where the pile is facing a different direction. This is a natural effect in the rug and cannot be prevented.
Fading Placing rugs in direct and continuous sunlight will cause them to fade. Dark coloured products will fade more obviously in natural light or sunlight. Some colour may transfer on light coloured surfaces. Rotate your rug to minimize damage caused by natural light.
Shedding Natural fibre rugs will shed and produce fluff for the first 6 months. Inferior quality wool rugs tend to shed for much longer, and far worse than premium New Zealand Wool (as the climate of New Zealand naturally produces wool with high lanolin, which makes it resistant to snapping and breaking). Shedding is a result of the making process and is not a fault, it's a standard characteristic of wool rugs. This will reduce month on month with regular vacuuming (on the lowest setting (without bristles or combs) — usually settling completely within a year.
We provide free shipping across Australia* (excluding very rural and remote areas and some postcodes in WA)
*If you are in a rural and/or remote area, a small extra charge for shipping your rug may apply and you will be contacted prior to dispatch if this applies to your postcode. You may choose to accept the small fee or opt for a full refund. Please feel free to contact us via the Chat box or email hello@rugsforgood.com.au if you are concerned this may apply to your address.
Delivery times vary depending on your location, however the below timings are a rough guide:
Rugs (excluding Runners and Doormats)
Rugs are shipped via courier (Hunter Express)
We cannot ship rugs to P.O. Boxes or via Parcel Collect
Please allow roughly 1-3 weeks for your rug to arrive
Rugs are dispatched within 3-5 business days from your purchase date (except for pre-orders)
If there is no one home to sign for your delivery, a card will be left for you to arrange re-delivery (no costs apply for re-delivery)
If you have requested an 'Authority to Leave' (ATL), the rug/s will be left at your home or business in a safe place if you are not home to sign for the delivery.
We recommend against requesting ATL, as Rugs For Good will not be liable for any lost or stolen goods with an ATL
Runner Rugs and Doormats:
Doormats and Runner Rugs are shipped via Australia Post
Please allow roughly 5-7 business days for your items to arrive
Doormats and Runners are dispatched within 1-2 business days from your purchase date (except for pre-orders)
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Size Guide
Smaller areas
We recommend sizes from 160x230cm or 155x255cm. The preference is to be able to place your feet on the rug when you are seated to provide you with maximum comfort. The rug should provide a border around the main furniture piece in your room.
Medium Areas
We recommend sizes from 190x280cm, 200x290cm or 200x300cm. The rug should frame your space, so the preference is to have a rug large enough so that it extends beyond the length of your lounge by at least 10-20cm on each side. In a bedroom, it should extend at least 50cm out from the sides of the bed to provide a luxurious resting place for your feet when you get in and out of bed.
Larger Areas
We recommend sizes from 280x380cm or 300x400cm In a spacious room, aim to buy a large enough rug to fit all pieces of room furniture on it. You don't want the furniture to feel cramped, so make sure there is sufficient space between the furniture items..
An estimated 160 million children engage in child labour worldwide and the rug industry is full of exploitation. We're here to lift the standards and unveil the dirty secret behind cheap rugs.
Built with integrity
Because you need a rug that's not just beautiful, durable and easy to live with. You also need a rug made with integrity. Natural fibre rugs are an investment built to last instead of destined for landfill like synthetic/washable rugs.
Rugs made better
Our beautiful natural fibre rugs are slowly handcrafted without resorting to harmful synthetic fibres, toxic dyes or unethical work conditions. We pay our weavers 3x industry standard — a fair liveable wage.
Ethically made
Our ethical production is guaranteed, certified by Goodweave International and Care&Fair. Plus a portion of every sale helps break the cycle of poverty through education.
We've helped donate over $150,000 to the Shanti Bhavan Children's Project since 2019.
Looks & feels good
A rug is the foundation of your space and can instantly freshen up your space. Choose one that is timeless, soft underfoot and helps weave a better world with every thread.
