Moroccan carpet - what kind of interior is a carpet with a Moroccan pattern suitable for?

Are you wondering how to bring an oriental feel to your room or living room with a Moroccan rug? Here are our tips!

Morocco has many world famous exports. - from black soap through argan oil to ghassoul clay, especially valued in the cosmetics industry. Moroccan motifs also triumph in the design. The one-of-a-kind intricate patterns look beautiful in a variety of interiors, bringing a mysterious, oriental vibe. You can place them on fixed items such as wall or floor tiles, as well as on furniture and accessories.

A great way to hide such motifs inside is to choose Moroccan carpet. If you are looking for inspiration, in our article you will find suggestions for specific models, as well as ideas in which arrangement they would best combine.

Carpet with Moroccan patterns - in what interiors will it work?

Contrary to appearances - In many. They don't have to be arrangements that are directly related to a tradition straight out of Morocco. An oriental carpet is suitable for modern interiors with a predominance of white. It will perfectly harmonize with natural materials such as rattan, bamboo or water hyacinth. Boho/ethno compositions will certainly benefit from the introduction of the Moroccan carpet into the interior. It can also be used as a colorful counterpoint in minimalist arrangements.

However, some Moroccan patterns are very decorative, therefore, avoiding unwanted excesses that can destroy the harmony of the entire composition, it is best to make them the only patterned motif in the entire room. If you choose simple geometric patterns, which are also included in our list below, you can easily bring a warm oriental atmosphere to the room, devoid of unnecessary pomp.

Moroccan carpet - which to choose?

Moroccan carpets do not have any one specific color scheme, although in general it can be said that cold shades predominate in them. However, you can also find models in warm or neutral colors. - beige, gray or black. In our list, we present the most interesting proposals that will look beautiful in modern interiors, as well as in eclectic, combining different styles.

Moroccan clover carpet

One of the most popular Moroccan patterns. This geometric pattern, using a motif of four leaves intertwined with a square, has been breaking records of popularity for many seasons: it is found on wallpaper, curtains, pillows and ... carpets. Everything indicates that this trend will continue for a long time. The Moroccan Clover carpet below uses the latest generation of synthetic yarns, making it soft and fluffy. The fibers of the Heat set Frize yarn are anti-static, and the polypropylene material used is easy to keep clean and resistant to fungus and bacteria.

• Argent Carpet, W4030 Moroccan Clover Tapestry, beige, 240 × 330 cm;
• SISAL FLOORLUX 20608 CARPET, Moroccan clover, silver/black trellis, 160 × 230 cm;
• SISAL FLOORLUX 20607 CARPET STRANDS, Moroccan clover, black/silver tapestry, 200 × 290 cm;
• Exclusive carpet for living room acrylic CLOVER MOROCCO beige CLARRIS Rectangle 80 × 300 cm;
• Sketch CARPET CARPET F730 Moroccan clover, gray and white, 80 × 150 cm.

The last proposal features longer pile and texture, which gives the pattern extra depth.

Moroccan carpet with geometric patterns

Simplicity in the Moroccan version. In the case of such models, every imperfection is visible, so it is worth looking for options from quality materials, for example, Berber carpets, with geometric patterns and braided fringe at the ends, which refers to the boho style. For their manufacture, polypropylene fiber was used - it makes the pile of the carpet thick and elastic, extremely pleasant to the touch. 

• Berber Troik rug, Moroccan Berber Shaggy, cream, 80 × 150 cm;
• Berber Cross Rug, Moroccan Berber Shaggy, white, 120 x 170 cm;
• Carpet BERBER TETUAN B751 zigzag cream Fringe Berber Moroccan pile, 240 × 330 cm.

Carpet with intricate patterns

Among the models of Moroccan carpets on the market, you will find not only models with geometric patterns, but also more decorative, with more complex, intricate patterns, such as the Maroc carpets. Perhaps one of the following examples will inspire you?

• Carpet MAROC P657 Rhombuses Zigzag, ethnic black/grey Fringe Berber Moroccan shaggy, 160 × 220 cm;
• Carpet MAROC P642 Diamonds Zigzag grey/white Fringe Berber Moroccan shaggy, 160 × 220 cm;
• Rectangular Delhi carpet with fringe 170×120.

With these original carpets, you will bring an oriental atmosphere and a palette of sensual, warm colors to your home, which are associated with hot desert sand, coffee and fragrant spices!

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