The tradition of handmade sheep's-wool rugs dates back 1000s of years. Prized by rug artisans for their durability, luxurious feel, cozy warmth and ability to take on dyes, hand-hooked and hand-tufted wool rugs are just as popular in our contemporary era as they were in ancient times. World Market works carefully with rug artisans from around the globe to bring you a dynamic array of the best wool area rugs in a wide selection of styles, designs, shapes and colors. Explore our selection to find the perfect pick for your living room, bedroom, kitchen or entryway. Featuring everything from abstract modern floor runners to extra-large vintage-inspired area rugs with traditional Persian patterns, our handwoven wool rugs are the easy way to transform your home into a stylish space. Wool is a versatile material that can be handcrafted with a low or high pile. Select a shaggy Moroccan-style wool rug for the bedroom, a flatweave wool kilim for spaces that experience a lot of foot traffic and a tufted-wool rug with raised stripes to add texture to the living room. We also mix cotton and other fabrics with wool to create unique accents that are available for just the right price.

An eye-catching woolen rug adds a soft feel to any space but remains naturally resilient for lasting use in high-traffic areas. The durable softness of wool makes a large handwoven wool rug perfect for any room, whether it's a room with wall-to-wall carpeting or hardwood flooring. Once you've found your wool rug, be sure to place our quality rug pad underneath it to help reduce shedding and slippage. When you first add your new wool rug to a room it may smell slightly, but this new-rug smell will fade in a day or two with proper circulation. Wool is more stain-resistant than other rug materials, but if you spill wine on your area rug try to blot it out immediately. Avoid using bleach to remove any remaining stain, instead use baking soda and vinegar along with a soft sponge or cloth. If your wool rug is wet, hang it to dry outside - this is also an excellent way to air out accumulated smells. We recommend professionally cleaning your wool area rugs regularly to keep them in top shape. With the proper care and our nonslip rug pad, your new investment will be a foundation in your home for years to come.