Top 10 Reasons to be Wild About Wool Rugs

It's almost an understatement to say the history of wool rugs goes way back. Experts tell us that the first wool rug can be traced all the way back to 500-300BC. 

So what's so wonderful about wool rugs that people are still opting for them to decorate and warm their homes today? Here, in no particular order, are the top 10 reasons to be wild about wool rugs. 

1. Wool is a natural, renewable fiber that is both sustainable and biodegradable, making wool rugs an incredibly eco-friendly choice. 
2. Wool rugs are extraordinarily durable, and with the proper care, maintain their beauty and function for generations. 
3. Wool rugs are resilient enough to hold up in the high traffic areas of your home. 
4. The resiliency of wool fibers also allows wool rugs to bounce back quickly from indentations left by footsteps or furniture.
5. Because wool fibers naturally trap dust, fungal spores and pollen, wool rugs are hypoallergenic, making them a healthy choice. 
6. Because wool fibers are coated in lanolin-rich, waxy scales, wool rugs are both water repellent and stain resistant. 
7. Wool fibers are also rich in oils and moisture, making wool rugs naturally flame-resistant. 
8. Wool fibers naturally absorb sound, allowing wool rugs to improve the acoustics of a space.
9. Wool rugs serve as efficient insulators, providing warmth in cold environments and cooling effects in warmer environments.
10. Wool rugs come in a myriad of sizes, shapes and patterns, making them a perfect style option for nearly any space in your home. 

At Natural Rug Co., we are proud to offer a curated assortment of high-quality, skillfully crafted wool area rugs. We invite you to explore.