We purchased the Charters Towers Abstract Handmade Tufted Wool Area Rug two years ago. If it did not have a chemical-based musty odor nearly the entire first year, I would give this rug five stars. But the unusual long-lasting odor made me suspect that the rug had been warehoused in a damp location for too long. We have purchased more than a dozen large wool area rugs in the past two decades and are accustom to the initial scent that typically disappears after the first month. That was not the case with this one. Six months after purchase I was manually designing a crazy quilt on the rug: laying the fabric pieces on top and rearranging for several days. While sewing the quilt, I could smell the rug scent on the fabric. Thankfully it disappeared after laundering. On the plus side: I have two cats who each uniquely challenge the rug. Our younger cat regularly stretches out on it, sinking his nails into it and pulling. Occasionally I will find a pulled loop which can be snipped without being overly apparent to a viewer. Our older cat has digestive issues. There is no evidence of the half-dozen times she has gotten sick on the rug, thanks to the natural wool fibers and the cleaning power of Resolve carpet cleaner. I am rather particular but would still purchase the rug again. However, it would be during the warmer months when windows could be opened to reduce the impact of the odor.

This rug is so pretty and excellent quality. It’s exactly what I wanted. Recommend!

Love this high quality carpet for our AirBnB!

Great rug, the quality and colors are perfect. One star off due to excessive shedding even 3 months after purchase.

So happy with this purchase! The rug arrived in perfect condition and the colors are spot on. It’s a great medium weight not too thin, not too shaggy. It feels high-quality for such a reasonable price. Perfect addition to our space!