What Are Dhurrie Rugs?

Welcome to this post on what are dhurrie rugs where we shall talk about;

• • The feature of a dhurrie rug?
  • The pros of dhurrie rugs
  • Types of dhurries

A dhurrie rug is often confused with a Kilim rug, but the two are different.

Dhurrie rugs is a term given to identify all handmade flat-woven rugs made in India.

Kilim on the other hand is the name referring to handmade flat-woven rugs made in Persia and Turkey.

The similarity between the two is that they are produced using the same flatweave technique known as Soumak.

 

Best Three Dhurrie Rugs

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#1 Iron Gate Jute Dhurrie Rug

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• It is hand-woven
• Made from natural Jute and wool which is eco-friendly and non-toxic.
• It is reversible to lower the wear-it can be used from both sides.
• Has a neutral color tone.

 

#2 HEBE Cotton Dhurrie Rug

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• Has a unique geometric design to beautify your home
• Made from cotton which is eco-friendly
• Can be used in the kitchen, Livingroom, and entryways since its multi-functional.
• Can be rolled up to storage when you are not using it to protect it from damage by harsh weather like the rain.

 

 

#3 Secret Sea Dhurrie Rug

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• Made from cotton which is highly durable and eco-friendly
• Made in Turkey, a country which produces the best rugs
• Easy to care for through machine washing
• Made from flat-weave, low pile design
• It is very beautiful

 

 

Features Of Dhurrie Rugs?

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Country of Origin

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Dhurries are popularly associated with India.

They are also made in these four countries-Pakistan, Tibet, Afghanistan, and Myanmar.

 

The Weave

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Dhurries are flat-woven rugs.

A flatweave rug is usually made on a vertical or horizontal loom as opposed to being knotted like high pile rugs.

This makes flatweave rugs to be very slim and flat just like the name suggests.

Another unique feature of the dhurrie’s flatweave design is that it is made from a weft-faced loom, meaning that the knots are not seen.

This feature makes such rugs reversible-they can be used from both sides.

 

Material

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They are made from highly durable natural rug fibers such as cotton, jute wool, and silk. Each material can be used alone or mixed together.

Wool is the most popular material used in dhurries because India is the leading source of wool.

This material is resilient, durable, and resistant to stains which makes it the best choice for busy homes and high foot traffic areas.

Cotton is a material that is machine-washable, it can be used anytime in the year and it’s neither fully synthetic nor natural making it the best bet.

 

Design & Color

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Initially traditionally made dhurries featured the pastel geometric design with neutral colors.

Currently, dhurries come in many designs and colors in the modern world to meet the needs of all customer’s home décor tastes.

 

Manufacturing

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Dhurries are not machine-made. Instead, they are handmade which means they are manually created by skilled artisans.

Vertical or horizontal looms are used in the formation of dhurries. The method of manufacturing differed depending on the place where the rug was produced.

For example, artisans in Rajasthan used pit looms. The weaver would sit on a pit and then use their feet to weave together the rug.

The Sitapur dhurries (a type of dhurrie rugs made in Uttar Pradesh village) were made from horizontal flatweaves.

The weavers mostly used Chenille yarn which is a combination of cotton, wool, silk, and olefin.

 

Uses

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Dhurries can be used in a wide range of uses depending on the size, color, and design.

• Small dhurries can be used as covers for tv stands, flower vases, and other items to keep dust away.
• Large dhurries can be used for occasions such as weddings and political gatherings because they are easily portable and come in different colors to match any décor.
• Some people use dhurries as meditation mats or yoga rugs.
• The Rajasthan, Punjab, and Pradesh types of dhurrie rugs are often given as dowry in traditional marriages.
• Dhurries are also used for bedding as blankets.
• They can also be used as wall hangings.
• Dhurrie rugs are also used for floor covering

 

The Making Process

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In terms of the process of making them, dhurrie rugs are handmade and not machine-made or produced.

In terms of the material, dhurries are made from natural rug fibers such as wool, cotton, jute, sisal and silk among others.

In terms of the pile make, they have a flatweave design, which means they are not high pile rugs.

 

Cleaning

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Below are some of the tips you should remember when cleaning a dhurrie rug;

• Vacuum frequently with care. The vacuum beater bar can easily get trapped in the horizontal looms causing destruction to the rug. Be careful to avoid that. If you cannot afford a vacuum, you can shake the dust off the rug outside since it does not have rug backing.
• Clean stains immediately: Use a paper towel or clean cloth to bloat out the stain. Do not rug to avoid enlarging or spreading the stain.
• Always use a soft brush, cold water, and a mild carpet cleaner when removing dried-up stains.
• Do not ever use water on silk dhurrie rugs since it will leave stains and spots.
• For deep cleaning of dhurrie rugs, it is recommended you take it to professional cleaners for dry cleaning and foam cleaning methods.
• The steam cleaning method is not recommended for use with dhurrie rugs because it can easily discolor them and cause their colors to run out.

 

Pros of Dhurrie Rugs

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Reversible

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Dhurrie rugs are weft-faced flatweave rugs, which means no knots show on the backside.

This makes it possible to use a dhurrie rug from both sides. When one side gets dirty, you just flip the rug over to the other side.

 

Durable

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Dhurrie rugs are handmade from natural fiber rug material that can withstand daily wear and tear.

This feature makes them ideal rugs for high-traffic areas because they are resistant to stains and dirt.

 

Economical

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You do not need to spend extra money buying rug pads with dhurrie rugs.

It is recommended to use a rug pad, especially in hardwood flooring, but it is not necessary.

They are not destroyed or infected by insects such as rug moths which means you will not incur extra costs of preventing that from happening.

 

Portable

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The flatweave design of dhurrie rugs makes them flat and slim which means they can easily be folded and moved from one place to the next.

For example, you can use a dhurrie rug outside in pool areas, or wood decks then return it back to indoor spaces.

 

Versatile

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Some materials used to make dhurrie rugs are ideal for use all year round. For example, wool is both useful in the summer and winter seasons.

Dhurrie rugs come in a wide range of colors and patterns to match any existing home décor elements and tastes.

Dhurrie rugs have a wide range of uses as explained in the section above in the 10 used of dhurrie rugs.

 

Types of Dhurrie Rugs

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Commercial Dhurries

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Rugs can be classified in many ways such as based on;

• The country of origin l,ike Dhurrie rugs from India, Persian rugs from Iran and Turkish rugs from Turkey.
• The place they are used like kitchen rugs, outdoor rugs and more.
• Their purpose like rugs for cats, dogs, babies, allergy suffers and more.
• The surface they are made for like rugs for hardwood floors, laminate flooring and carpeted floors and more.
• The pile height such as flat-weave rugs with low pile versus shag rugs with high pile.
• The type of fiber like synthetic vs natural material rugs. 

Dhurries can also be classified in other ways such as;

Based on the county, quality, and material they are made from like the examples below;

• Cotton Dhurrie rug
• Indian dhurrie rug
• Wool dhurrie rug
• Vintage dhurrie rug

Based on the brand or company which sells or produces them like;

• Kilim dhurrie rug
• West Elm dhurrie rug
• Safavieh dhurrie rug
• Pottery barn dhurrie rug

Based on the most popular sizes like;

• Dhurrie rug 8 X 10
• Dhurrie rug 9 X 12
• Dhurrie runner

 

Handloom Dhurrie

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Design: Unlike the panja dhurrie, the weave of the handloom dhurrie is thicker and broader because it is made from a large horizontal loom.

Method of manufacture: The threads of the weft are first coiled into a shuttle then they are slid into the warp.

Material: Mostly made from cotton or wool. Jute is also used.

 

Panja Dhurrie

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Origin: A type of dhurrie rug mostly made by women from Panipat village.

Use: Mostly used as dowry for daughters.

The name: This dhurrie rug is named after the tool used to make it, a panja, which is a heavy fork with metal prongs.

Material: panja dhurries are made from cotton, wool or a combination of the two materials.

Method of manufacture: Threads are tied on the warp then they are interlaced with color strands to form a weft.

 

Chindi Dhurrie

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This is the rag version of a dhurrie rug. It is made from recycled fabric such as old sheets and clothes.

Therefore, a chindi dhurrie is a rag dhurrie rug.

 

Designer dhurrie

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These are the type of dhurries made as floor coverings or accent rugs used for decorative purposes.

They are made from a wide range of materials, colors, and designs to suit the needs of a wide range of customers.

This property also makes such rugs have a wide range of uses.

Unlike other types of dhurries, they are very affordable, which means you can get them at affordable prices.

 

What Are Dhurrie Rugs?

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