Rugs are no longer just soft underfoot—they’re becoming a statement of texture, depth, and artistry. As interior design trends shift toward tactile and sensory-rich spaces, super textured rugs are redefining how we style our homes. From sculpted high-low patterns to handwoven natural fiber blends, textured rugs add warmth and a layer of dimension to rooms.
Ready to explore the world of super textures? Here’s everything you need to know about textured rugs and how to style them in to your space.
What Are Super Texture Rugs?
Super Texture rugs create maximum visual depth using a mix of pile heights, materials, and construction techniques to achieve a dimensional effect. These rugs often blend high and low piles, woven patterns, and mixed fibers to craft an artful surface you love to look at as much as step on.
Why Texture Matters in Interior Design
Creates Visual Interest: Adds movement and dimension to flat or minimalist spaces
Enhances Comfort: Provides a plush, inviting feel underfoot
Defines Spaces: Helps break up open-concept layouts by adding depth
Balances Simplicity: Complements neutral or monochrome palettes
The Key Elements of Textured Rugs
Pile height, materials, and how the rug is woven all affect the textured feel underfoot. Here’s a look at the key elements of textured and Super Texture rugs.
High-Low Pile
Pile height—the length of a rug’s fibers—plays a major role in texture. Textured rugs strategically mix high and low pile areas to create sculpted patterns and organic designs.
Low Pile (1/8" – 1/4"): Sleek and durable, these rugs are perfect for high-traffic areas and often include jute and sisal rugs and flat woven designs.
High Pile (Over 1/4"): Soft and plush, these rugs fall into the Super Textures genre. They add depth and warmth, and often include plush rugs, Moroccan rugs, and handcrafted rugs.
Cut and Loop Pile: Loop pile refers to threads that are looped back into the backing of the rug, while cut pile is a style achieved by cutting the fibers to the same length. A blend of both high and low pile, cut and loop rugs form unique patterns and raised textures that are more resilient and can withstand high-traffic.
If you want a rug that’s both durable and soft, look for high-low pile textures—they offer dimension without compromising functionality.
Mixed Materials
Textured rugs use a combination of fibers to enhance durability, softness, and sheen. Take a peek inside our world of materials.
Wool: Naturally plush, breathable, and durable—our wool is handpicked and from the highest quality sources. Many of our Super Texture rugs feature New Zealand wool to offer a luxuriously soft experience.
Jute & Sisal: These woven fibers add an earthy, organic feel with a firmer texture. They are perfect for layering into neutral spaces.
Viscose & Silk: Delivering a subtle sheen and smooth contrast, silk and viscose are extremely soft materials.
Chenille & Cotton: Soft, flexible, and great for layering—this material is perfect for medium-traffic areas.
Thanks to their high-low pile variation and mixed fibers, textured rugs are designed to hide wear and traffic patterns better than flat rugs. They’re a great option for living rooms, entryways, and dining areas.
Handcrafted Techniques
Textured rugs are brought to life through a variety of expert weaving and construction techniques.
Hand Knotted: Individual knots are hand-tied on a vertical loom by specially-trained artisans.This style of intricate craftsmanship is incredibly durable.
Hand-Tufted: Yarn is hand-punched through a pre-woven fabric with a specialized tufting gun. Each rug constructed by this weaving technique features precise designs and typically plush piles.
Handwoven: Handwoven or hand loomed rugs are made on hand-operated looms where weavers use a rod to shoot the fibers vertically across the length of the rug. The fibers within this construction may be felted or twisted wool yarns, soft and fine viscose, synthetic yarns, or natural fibers.
Flatwoven: Threads are woven in a technique similar to weaving baskets, creating identical patterns on the front and back of the rug. They feature tactile weaves and natural fiber blends for a casual, organic look.
What’s the difference between a plush rug and a textured rug?
Plush rugs (like shag rugs) have a consistent, long pile height, offering soft comfort but requiring more upkeep. Textured rugs combine different pile heights and materials to create dimension and durability while still feeling soft underfoot.
How to Style Textured Rugs
Contemporary Minimalism: If you love a clean, modern aesthetic, a neutral, highly textured rug can add warmth without overwhelming the space. Think wool and viscose blends in soft taupes, grays, or off-whites with high-low geometric patterns.
Earthy & Organic Vibes: Want to enhance a biophilic or nature-inspired interior? Opt for rugs made from jute, wool, and cotton in rich earth tones—warm browns, sandy beiges, and deep forest greens.
Moody Statement: For those drawn to the allure of shadowy sophistication, embrace textured rugs in deep, dramatic shades like charcoal, midnight navy, or smoky black. These pieces anchor a room with depth and mystery.
Bring Super Textures into Your Home with Jaipur Living
Whether you’re looking for hand-knotted artistry, sculpted dimension, or extreme high-low pile shag, Jaipur Living offers a curated selection of super textured rugs that elevate your space.
Explore our collection of textured rugs and discover how depth, texture, and dimension can transform a home.
