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Woven Bliss – Why Your Room Feels “Off”: 5 Common Rug Mistakes Devaluing South African Interiors

Why Your Room Feels “Off”: 5 Common Rug Mistakes Devaluing South African Interiors

Why Your Room Feels “Off”: 5 Common Rug Mistakes Devaluing South African Interiors Introduction: The “Uncanny Valley” of Interiors Have you ever walked into a room that should feel expensive—beautiful furniture, great natural light, a clean palette—yet something feels cold, cluttered, or unfinished? That “uncanny valley” sensation is more common than most homeowners realise. And […]

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The Modern Safari: How to Style Natural Textures in a South African Home

The Modern Safari: How to Style Natural Textures in a South African Home South African interiors are entering a new era. The visual language of safari design has shifted away from overt themes and decorative motifs, moving instead toward a more refined, design-led aesthetic known as Modern Safari. Rooted in texture, material honesty, and calm

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The “Landing Pad” Effect: Why Your Master Suite Needs an Oversized Luxury Rug

The “Landing Pad” Effect: Why Your Master Suite Needs an Oversized Luxury Rug In high-end South African interior design, a rug is no longer a decorative afterthought. It’s the architectural foundation of the room — the element that makes everything else look intentional, cohesive, and genuinely “master suite”. If you’ve ever walked into a beautiful

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Woven Bliss – Hand-Knotted vs Hand-Tufted vs Handwoven: Rug Types Explained | Woven Bliss SA

Dreaming in Cloud Dancer: The 2026 Bedroom Rug Edition

Dreaming in Cloud Dancer: The 2026 Bedroom Rug Edition Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026 is Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201)—an airy, balanced off-white that’s designed to feel calm, spacious, and quietly uplifting. If you’re searching the Cloud Dancer bedroom rug trend 2026, you’re right on time: this look is moving fast through bedrooms because it

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2026 Rug Trends in South Africa: Texture-First, Earth Tones, and Statement Floors

2026 Rug Trends in South Africa: Texture-First, Earth Tones, and Statement Floors If you want your home to feel more refined—fast—start at floor level. In 2026, South African interiors are shifting away from “matchy-matchy” décor and loud, busy designs. The new direction is clear: texture-first rugs, warm earth tones, and statement floors that anchor a

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Hand-Knotted vs Hand-Tufted vs Handwoven: Rug Types Explained | Woven Bliss SA

Rug terminology can feel unnecessarily confusing. One retailer says “handmade”, another says “handloomed”, and a third uses “hand-finished” as if it means the same thing. Yet the construction method — how the rug is actually built — directly affects how it performs in your home: how it feels underfoot, how it wears in busy areas,

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Woven Bliss – 2025 Silk Rug Care Guide: Delicate Luxury Maintenance | Woven Bliss SA

The Carbon Footprint of Synthetic vs Natural Rugs

The Carbon Footprint of Synthetic vs Natural Rugs Summary There’s no one-size-fits-all winner. Polypropylene (PP) and recycled PET/nylon rugs often have a lower cradle-to-gate (A1–A3) carbon footprint per m² than wool, but use-phase care, longevity, and end-of-life can flip the picture. Wool brings biodegradability and durability but carries enteric methane impacts at the farm stage;

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A Professional Guide to Installing Stair Runners & Decorative Stair Rods

A Professional Guide to Installing Stair Runners & Decorative Stair Rods Introduction A beautifully fitted stair runner transforms a staircase — adding warmth, texture, and a touch of luxury.This guide provides a professional, step-by-step process for fitting stair runners, along with handmade decorative stair rods and brackets. All Woven Bliss rods and brackets are custom-made

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2025 Silk Rug Care Guide: Delicate Luxury Maintenance | Woven Bliss SA

Silk Rug Care Guide 2025 Introduction Silk rugs are the epitome of luxury: finely detailed, luminous, and exquisitely soft. Whether pure silk or a silk blend, these rugs are often hand-knotted masterpieces that deserve careful, considered care. Silk fibres are strong yet delicate in the wrong conditions — they are sensitive to moisture, harsh chemicals,

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