Azilal Moroccan Runner Rug – Handwoven Colourful Wool, 230×74 cm

Azilal Runner Rug – 230 × 74 cm, Hand-Knotted Wool

This azilal runner rug is hand-knotted in Morocco from wool. Down its cream pile runs a column of large diamonds in orange, red, green and black, framed by zigzag borders of smaller diamonds. A long, narrow, one-of-a-kind piece made to bring colour to a hallway.

What is an Azilal Moroccan rug?

Azilal rugs come from the Azilal province, in the High Atlas mountains of Morocco. They are known for their soft cream wool background and their bold, colourful motifs, drawn freely by the weaver.

Unlike more regular designs, each Azilal rug follows the imagination of the woman who knots it: diamonds, crosses, zigzags and symbols placed by hand, sometimes slightly asymmetric. This spontaneity is what makes every Azilal rug a small work of art. Learn more in our guide to the types of Moroccan rugs.

Material, texture and design

The wool pile is thick and soft underfoot. Five large diamonds, filled with a checkered mix of orange, red, bright green, dark green and black, follow one another along the centre, surrounded by smaller motifs and zigzag borders. Both ends finish with short fringes.

Why choose this azilal runner rug?

A azilal runner rug is more than a floor covering: it is a piece of Moroccan craft made to last for years. Hand-knotted wool is naturally hard-wearing, it keeps a room warmer and quieter, and it feels soft under bare feet. Because no two rugs are the same, you get a piece that nobody else has — chosen for its pattern, its colours and its character rather than picked from a catalogue.

Size and details

• Size: 230 × 74 cm (7.5 × 2.4 ft)
• Material: wool
• Pile: medium-high pile
• Technique: hand-knotted
• Colour: cream with orange, red, green and black motifs
• Origin: Morocco

Where to use it

The long, narrow shape of this Azilal runner rug is made for a hallway or an entrance. It also works along a kitchen, beside a bed or in front of a bookcase.

How to style an Azilal runner rug

In a hallway, a colourful Azilal runner rug instantly gives character to a space that is often forgotten. Let it be the star against neutral walls and wood floors.

• Keep walls and furniture neutral so the colours stand out.
• Pick one of its colours — orange or green — for a small accessory nearby.
• Use a thin non-slip underlay in busy passageways.

Not sure about the size? Read our rug size guide, or browse all our handmade Moroccan rugs.

Care instructions

• Vacuum regularly without the beater bar.
• Turn the rug every few months so it wears evenly.
• Blot spills immediately with a clean, dry cloth — do not rub.
• For a deep clean, use a professional rug cleaner.
• A little shedding during the first weeks is normal for a hand-knotted wool rug.

Every piece is unique

Because it is made entirely by hand, your rug may show small irregularities in shape, colour and pattern. They are the signature of the artisan and part of its charm.

Frequently asked questions

Is this azilal runner rug one of a kind?

Yes — this exact rug is the only one.

Does a wool rug shed?

A hand-knotted wool rug sheds a little during the first weeks. Regular vacuuming without the beater bar solves this quickly.

Is 230 × 74 cm the right size for my room?

At 230 × 74 cm, this Azilal runner rug suits most hallways and entrances. As a rule, leave about 10–15 cm of floor visible on each side in a corridor, and keep the ends clear of doors so they open freely.

How is the rug shipped?

Your rug is rolled, wrapped and shipped for free with tracking. See our Shipping Info / Returns page for delivery times.