The Athena 18599 Grey/Blue Rug combines timeless Moroccan-inspired elegance with modern practicality, making it a standout choice for those seeking both style and durability. Crafted in Turkey from 100% high-quality polypropylene, this rug delivers exceptional resilience, soft-touch comfort, and long-lasting quality, ideal for everyday living. Its durable, low-profile 0.6 cm short pile offers a smooth underfoot feel, while the cut pile construction naturally reflects light, appearing lighter or darker from different angles — a hallmark of its refined craftsmanship. The high-density, heat-set yarns ensure a luxurious texture, minimal shedding, and easy maintenance, making it suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, and dining spaces alike. The subtle self-fringe detail and vintage distressed finish add an authentic touch of character, perfectly balancing tradition with contemporary appeal.

The colours and shades present in this rug include:

• Light Grey – Dominating the background, providing a calm and neutral foundation that enhances the intricate Moroccan pattern.

• Blue – Softly incorporated into the medallion and motifs, introducing a muted steel-blue tint that enriches the overall design.

• Charcoal Grey – Used in the medallion and border detailing to create depth, structure, and contrast.

• Ivory – Lightly interwoven throughout the pattern to soften the darker tones and maintain balance.

• Taupe – Found in distressed sections, contributing warmth and a gently aged, vintage appearance.

The Athena 18599 Traditional Moroccan Distressed Rug beautifully blends Light Grey, Blue, Charcoal Grey, Ivory, and Taupe tones to create a sophisticated, time-worn aesthetic. Its vintage patterning and faded medallion design bring a sense of history and charm, while the neutral grey base ensures versatility in both modern and classical interiors. With its durable polypropylene construction, high-density weave, and subtle sheen, this rug offers the perfect mix of comfort, practicality, and timeless design — ideal for high-traffic areas and everyday family living.

Important Information – Athena Rug

The Athena rug is made using a cut pile construction, which naturally reflects light differently depending on the viewing angle. This means the rug may appear lighter or darker from opposite sides — a normal and expected characteristic of cut pile rugs. When brushed in one direction, it can appear lighter or more muted; brushed the other way, deeper tones and details become more visible. Gently brushing the surface after unrolling will help the pile settle evenly.

The Athena 18599 Grey/Blue Rug is machine-woven with precision to provide a luxurious finish and long-lasting quality. Its neutral colour palette, featuring grey with a slight steel-blue undertone, makes it versatile and easy to pair with a wide range of décor schemes. Perfect for high-traffic areas, this rug combines practicality with elegance, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere wherever it is placed. Athena is one of our most popular traditional rug ranges, offering excellent quality at a fantastic price point for those seeking a durable and stylish floor covering.

🧵 Cut Pile Rug Characteristics
Every rug has a pile direction — the direction in which the fibres run. With a cut pile rug with a shimmer, light reflects off the fibres differently, which can make the rug appear lighter or darker depending on where you are standing. You can see this by looking at the rug from one end of the room, then walking to the other end and looking back — it may appear darker in one direction and lighter in the other. This is not a manufacturing fault but a natural characteristic of cut pile rugs. It’s worth keeping in mind when deciding where to place the rug, especially if the appearance of it being lighter or darker from one side might matter in your space. This effect is in ranges such as Aurora, Craft, and Apollo.