Brown Cactus Silk Rug – Hand-Woven Sabra, 137×93 cm

Brown Cactus Silk Rug – 137 × 93 cm, Hand-Woven Cactus Silk

This brown cactus silk rug is hand-woven in Morocco from sabra — the shiny yarn sold as “cactus silk”. A warm, natural brown with a soft sheen.

What is a sabra rug?

Sabra is the Moroccan name for a silky yarn often called “cactus silk” or “vegan silk”. It is not silk from silkworms: the word describes its sheen and its smooth, fluid feel. Traditionally, sabra is associated with the fibres of the agave, a succulent that grows widely across Morocco; today much sabra yarn is a plant-based viscose with the same look. Sabra textiles are woven by hand, mainly around Fez and Marrakech.

What makes a sabra rug special is the way it plays with light: the yarn shines, so the colour seems to shift as you walk around the rug. Read more in our guide to sabra rugs and poufs and in our guide to the types of Moroccan rugs.

Sabra brings colour in a way wool cannot: the dyed yarn takes on a deep, saturated tone, and its sheen makes even a small rug look precious. A sabra rug can also be used as a wall hanging or as a runner at the foot of a bed.

Material, colour and design

The sabra yarn gives this brown rug a silky surface that reflects the light, so the colour looks deeper in the shade and warmer in the sun. Smooth and cool underfoot, it is lighter and finer than a wool pile rug.

Why choose this brown cactus silk rug?

A brown cactus silk rug is an easy way to bring light and colour into a room. Its silky surface catches the sun, it feels smooth and cool underfoot, and because no two pieces are the same, you get a rug that nobody else has.

Size and details

• Size: 137 × 93 cm (4.5 × 3.1 ft)
• Material: Sabra (“cactus silk”)
• Technique: Hand-woven
• Colour: Brown
• Origin: Morocco

Where to use it

This brown cactus silk rug is lovely beside a bed, in front of an armchair, in a home office or in a reading corner.

How to style a sabra rug

A brown cactus silk rug pairs naturally with earthy palettes: cream, sand, rust and olive, with wood and rattan furniture.

• Pair it with natural textures: linen, rattan, light wood and plants.
• Keep the furniture around it simple so the sheen stands out.
• Add a matching pouf from our Moroccan poufs collection.

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

Care instructions

• Vacuum gently without the beater bar, or shake it outside.
• Avoid soaking: blot spills straight away with a dry cloth, then spot clean with a slightly damp cloth.
• Keep it out of strong direct sunlight to protect the colour.
• Turn it every few months and use a non-slip underlay.
• For a deep clean, use a professional rug cleaner.

Every piece is unique

Because it is made 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 brown cactus silk rug one of a kind?

Yes — this exact piece is the only one.

Is this brown cactus silk rug real silk?

No — “silk” describes the sheen and feel of the yarn. Sabra is a plant-based fibre, not a silkworm fibre.

Can a sabra rug get wet?

Avoid soaking it or washing it in a machine. Blot spills quickly and spot clean with a damp cloth.

Is 137 × 93 cm the right size for my room?

At 137 × 93 cm, this brown cactus silk rug is a small rug: ideal beside a bed, in an entrance or in front of an armchair.

How is it shipped?

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