area rug
RUSH
Rush rugs, or rush squares which can be sewn together to make rugs of any size, are made from a tropical sea grass. Water being its natural habitat it is ideal for exposed porches or terraces. The best rush fiber comes from French Indo-China.
COCOA FIBER
The hairy fiber that covers the coconut shell is also used for summer rugs.
COW HAIR
Indian druggets are felted hair from various animals. Probably most of them are cattle or yak hair. The best quality is the lightest, evenest color. The dark rugs are less desirable and should be less expensive. The chief use of domestic cattle hair is for carpet linings.
