The “Soft Sensory” Movement
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Long have plush rugs and carpets satiated our aesthetic desire for elegance and luxury but there is new focus on its sensory benefits.
Bringing a gentle calm to the home, the soft sensory movement highlights the benefits of certain tactile sensations in your interiors as a tool of well being.
Soft carpet underfoot triggers positive feelings and associations, helping to create a soothing and pleasant environment. This is why soft fabrics and materials are integral to the design of living and bedrooms - where rest and healing take place.
The spectrum of “soft” carpet includes so many fibres it can be overwhelming. But not all soft fibres are created equally. So we have broken down a summary of your options when it comes to tactile softness in rugs and carpets.
TENCEL
The renowned branded fibre is derived from sustainably sourced wood pulp. Known for its softness, breathability, and eco-friendliness, Tencel offers a shiny lustre with medium wearability excellent for a sustainable bedroom carpet or rug. Our go to brands for Tencel are Ligne Pure and Jacaranda.
LUMI SILK
A lustrous hand crafted fibre from Wautier research and development, with all the properties of tencel, including its signature sheen yet much more durable then tencel with easier cleaning management due to its premium nylon base. Available bespoke in any colour via Wautier. Perfect for lounge rooms, bedrooms and hallways.
CANNES
Another quality soft nylon product on offer from Netherlands company ITC Natural Luxury Flooring, this product comes stock ready in a beautiful palette of gentle neutrals. Viewable here.
VAN BESOUW 2605
Another beautiful answer to hard wearing ultra soft nylons, 2605 by world renowned European brand Van Besouw, in a palette which showcases this fibres excellent ability to retain colour vibrance. This product offers a little more lustred sheen than Cannes. View the palette here.
MONSILK™
A revolutionary product crafted exclusively from 100% recycled polyester sourced from discarded plastic bottles. Masterpieces are woven with yarn that not only rescues our seas but also offers unique properties such as water repellency and stain resistance. The resulting aesthetic of this product, while still soft underfoot, is a more subdued matte result. View its capabilities here.
FINE WOOLS + SILK
The earthly delights from good fine merino and Mongolian Cashmere, to pure silk rugs have been used for centuries and if you can afford the price tag, these options are beautiful traditional fibres. If you’re looking for a more immediate stock option, Kashmir the latest offering from Jacaranda is a stunning 25mm pile height wool and cashmere blend in a select palette of earth tones. Alternatively, for bespoke rugs and carpets, we at Wautier craft the highest quality of these fibres and our in-house studio designs with you.
Finding the answer for your personal soft underfoot experience is as unique as you are. With different needs catered to with each offering, the personal favourite of Wautier is without a doubt ultra soft shiny nylon - with its combination of strength, longevity, and aesthetic appeal it is the darling fibre for high-end carpet results.
Enquire at Wautier today to start your journey to a truly tranquil home.
Van Besouw 2065 Project by @tiina__suhonen Photography by @petterssonphoto
