Natural Nettle Rug by Nanimarquina Beige

Nanimarquina Rug Beige Cane & fibres. Dimensions: 170 × 240 cm. The intrinsic beauty of the natural fibres connects us with the natural world. These fibres, of organic origins such as nettle and jute, or of animal origin such as silk and wool, have been specially selected to create this collection of carpets and to reflect the plurality that nature has to offer. These fibres are twisted together to become a continuous thread, a highly laborious manual process that enriches the fabric, providing a soft and unique texture to each carpet. Each thread, each knot, transports us to the universe of the rug's beginnings. To go a step further into the fight against environmental degradation, nanimarquina has introduced Eco-wash in the cleansing of our collections: the natural washing product Ecosheen is a biodegradable and free of chemicals multienzyme washing product, while powers the bright colors, shine and softness of each fabric. Although it is considered a ‘weed' botanically, nettle has several medicinal properties and it is also used as a textile fibre. Grown mainly in Himalaya, China, India and Burma, nettle's fibre is greatly appreciated for its softness, resistance and its similarity to vegetable silk. The transformation process of the herb into thread requires a complex firing, mixing the fibre with ashes and spring water