Five rug-making techniques, centuries of craft – Angan Living

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Five Techniques
Centuries of Craft

Five Techniques
Centuries of Craft

Every rug we make is built entirely by hand, using one of five time-honoured techniques and a considered range of natural fibres. Here is how each is made, and the spaces it was made for.

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Hand Knotted

Hand Knotted

Each knot is tied by hand for exceptional detail, density and timeless durability.

Each knot is tied by hand for exceptional detail, density and timeless durability.

Hand Tufted technique icon – Angan Living
Hand Tufted technique icon – Angan Living

Hand Tufted

Hand Tufted

Tufted by hand to create sculpted textures, depth and artistic expression.

Tufted by hand to create sculpted textures, depth and artistic expression.

Hand Loomed technique icon – Angan Living
Hand Loomed technique icon – Angan Living

Hand Loomed

Hand Loomed

Woven on a handloom for a structured, even texture with a clean, tailored finish.

Woven on a handloom for a structured, even texture with a clean, tailored finish.

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Flatweave

Flatweave

Woven without pile for a lightweight, reversible rug with crisp lines and enduring simplicity.

Woven without pile for a lightweight, reversible rug with crisp lines and enduring simplicity.

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Braided

Braided

Braided and coiled by hand for a tactile, durable rug with relaxed texture and natural charm.

Braided and coiled by hand for a tactile, durable rug with relaxed texture and natural charm.

Hand Knotted

Hand Knotted

The most exacting of all weaving arts. Each knot tied by hand, up to 100,000 per square metre. Dense, enduring, and capable of near-photographic detail. Deepens in lustre with age.

The most exacting of all weaving arts. Each knot tied by hand, up to 100,000 per square metre. Dense, enduring, and capable of near-photographic detail. Deepens in lustre with age.

Best for

Best for

Statement rugs · Formal interiors · Heirloom pieces

Statement rugs · Formal interiors · Heirloom pieces

Hand-knotted rug technique – tight, dense knots tied by hand – Angan Living
Hand-tufted rug technique – sculpted texture and bold design – Angan Living

Hand Tufted

Hand Tufted

Yarn punched by hand through a backing canvas, allowing sculpted reliefs, high-low texture, and bold artistic expression knotting cannot achieve.

Yarn punched by hand through a backing canvas, allowing sculpted reliefs, high-low texture, and bold artistic expression knotting cannot achieve.

Best for

Best for

Contemporary interiors · Accent rugs · Graphic designs

Contemporary interiors · Accent rugs · Graphic designs

Hand Loomed

Hand Loomed

Woven on a handloom in a continuous process. A structured, even surface with a clean, tailored finish, flatter than knotted or tufted work.

Woven on a handloom in a continuous process. A structured, even surface with a clean, tailored finish, flatter than knotted or tufted work.

Best for

Best for

Minimalist spaces · Gometric designs · Larger projects

Minimalist spaces · Gometric designs · Larger projects

Hand-loomed rug technique – structured, tailored finish – Angan Living
Flatweave rug technique – reversible dhurrie-style weave – Angan Living

Flatweave

Flatweave

Woven without pile into a thin, tapestry-like surface. Rooted in dhurrie tradition, reversible and easy to move, with crisp lines and bold geometry.

Woven without pile into a thin, tapestry-like surface. Rooted in dhurrie tradition, reversible and easy to move, with crisp lines and bold geometry.

Best for

Best for

Casual spaces · Layered looks · Architectural simplicity

Casual spaces · Layered looks · Architectural simplicity

Braided

Braided

Strands braided into ropes, then coiled and stitched into shape. A ridged, tactile surface, grounded yet refined in premium fibres. Durable and reversible.

Strands braided into ropes, then coiled and stitched into shape. A ridged, tactile surface, grounded yet refined in premium fibres. Durable and reversible.

Best for

Best for

Casual living · Transitional areas · Organic interiors

Casual living · Transitional areas · Organic interiors

Braided rug technique – coiled, tactile texture – Angan Living

Every piece is created using one of these five time honoured techniques, chosen to suit the design, durability, and character each space calls for.

Every piece is created using one of these five time honoured techniques, chosen to suit the design, durability, and character each space calls for.

The fibre is where
every design begins

The fibre is where
every design begins

The fibre is where every design begins

We work only with natural, considered materials, each chosen for the way it holds colour, light, and wear over time.

We work only with natural, considered materials, each chosen for the way it holds colour, light, and wear over time.

Wool

Resilient and rich underfoot. The backbone of most heirloom pieces.

Silk

Luminous and fine, catching light from every angle. For detail and sheen.

Bamboo Silk

The lustre of silk with a softer drape and a sustainable origin.

Cotton

Soft and breathable. Often forming flatweaves and foundations.

Jute

Earthy and robust, bringing an organic, grounded character.

Considered Blends

Wool-silk and others, balanced to let each fibre lead the design.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

⁠Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we offer worldwide shipping with secure packaging. Delivery timelines and logistics are shared transparently based on your location.

⁠Do you offer design consultation?

We offer personalized consultations to guide you on size, placement, textures, and color palettes, ensuring the rug complements your space beautifully.

⁠Will I be able to see a sample before production?

Yes. We provide sampling or strike-offs to help you visualize colors, textures, and techniques before final production begins.

⁠How long does it take to create a bespoke rug?

Typically, production takes 6–12 weeks depending on the size, complexity, and technique. We share clear timelines and keep you updated throughout the process

How does the customization process work?

Our process is collaborative and detail-driven. We begin with understanding your vision, followed by design concepts, material selection, and sampling. Once approved, your rug is handcrafted by skilled artisans and delivered with care.

Do you customise single rugs as well?

Absolutely — every commission, whether it's a single rug for one space or a large-volume order, receives the same level of personal attention. From design and size to material and colour palette, each piece is created around your specific vision, regardless of quantity.

Your room is waiting for
The Right Rug

Your room is waiting for The Right Rug

Available across every technique, colour, size, and finish. Tell us what you need - we'll tell you which fibre gets you there

A room styled with a custom Angan Living rug – build your own
A room styled with a custom Angan Living rug – build your own