Designed with today’s busy households in mind, the Covington Collection showcases versatile floor fashions with impressive performance features that add to their everyday appeal. Because they are made of the finest 100% fiber-enhanced Courtron™ polypropylene, Covington area rugs are water resistant and can be used in a multitude of spaces, including covered outdoor patios, porches, mudrooms, kitchens, entryways and much, much more. Treated to prevent the growth of mold and mildew, these multi-purpose area rugs are exceptionally easy to clean and are even considered pet-friendly. An ideal decorating choice for families with young children, or those who frequently entertain, they will retain their rich splendor and stand the test of time despite the wear and tear of heavy foot traffic, humidity conditions and various other elements. Featuring a unique hand-hooked construction, these beautifully detailed area rugs also have the distinctive aesthetic of an artisan-crafted product. A broad range of motifs, from nature-inspired florals to contemporary geometric shapes, provide the ultimate decorating flexibility.

FEATURES

• • 100% Fiber-Enhanced Courtron Polypropylene
  • Exquisite Hand-Hooked Construction
  • Water Resistant, Mold/Mildew Resistant
  • Provides Durable Performance in Frequently Used Spaces Inside and Outside the Home
  • Approximate Pile Height: .25″
  • Hand-Hooked in China
  • Easy-care maintenance.
  • Imported from India.

FLATWEAVE
Weaving in which no knots are used. The weft strands are simply passed through the warp strands. Dhurries are flatwoven area rugs that are usually made of cotton or wool. Kilims are generally finer, tapestry-like flatweaves.

HAND-HOOKED
In creating a hooked area rug, a canvas cloth is first attached to a frame. Using a hooking instrument or device and following the pattern, the weaver punches the yarn up through the canvas, creating a looped pile. Next the area rug is taken off the frame and a layer of latex glue is spread over the back of the area rug. This is necessary to hold the yarns in place, as they have not been knotted or tied into the foundation of the area rug. It is important to note that the long ends of wool that often appear on the surface of the hooked area rug (called sprouts) must not be pulled for this very reason. If they are pulled, versus cutting them even with the pile, it will result in a section of missing wool and will damage the area rug.

After applying the glue, a cloth is attached to further protect the back of the area rug. Lastly, the edges of the canvas are turned under and stitched. The quality and durability of hooked area rugs vary, but it is mostly based on the point size; the smaller the loop the better. Gross point is the largest loop size and is used for a more detailed design.