Extremely hard wearing and fully washable our Alaska range can be ideal for both indoor and outdoor areas. Our Alaska range is made up of a 100% polypropylene material which can be easily cleaned, also with a rubber backing this rug will never slip on hard floors, ranging from small doormat sizes to your very big dining and lounge room size, Alaska could be just the rug you are looking for in an affordable price. FEATURES:
Pick Alaska Runner Grey Cream up at the showroom and the weight in your hand is the first signal of how it is constructed.
About the look
A grey-toned rug is the easiest way to anchor a room without committing to a strong palette. Look at the surface in different light through the day and the rug picks up subtle variations the photo doesn't quite catch. Layered over a hard floor, it gives a room the visual weight it usually needs at floor level.
Built and finished
At a glance: Produced for genuine everyday wear. What matters with this piece is the construction — it's made to take real family use without fuss. Polypropylene does not hold odour the way wool can, which matters in a home with pets or open-plan cooking. The pile is 8mm, which is what we'd call a true everyday pile — the kind of weight you want under a coffee table or a dining setting. Pile twist and density together are what give this piece the longevity that the warranty implies.
Practical notes
Day to day, the construction is UV-stable and the fibre does not absorb water — hose it down, let it dry in the sun, and it is back in service. If a spill dries before you get to it, dampen the area with cool water, work the cloth from the outside in, and the dried residue lifts back out. We sell more of this style to families with school-age children than to any other group, which says something about how it lives.
Which size?
For hallways and galley kitchens, the 80x300cm length we run here is the most commonly bought — our Rug Size Guide walks through how to pick the right length for your space.
If your brief is durable, quiet, and warmly familiar, this is the rug we'd put forward.
FAQs
Does the rug have a strong smell when it arrives?
There may be a faint factory or packaging smell on opening — it airs out within a day or two. Lay the rug out, open the windows, and it will settle quickly.
Does this rug ship rolled or folded?
Rolled. We ship every rug in our range rolled and wrapped — folding can leave a crease in the pile that takes a few weeks to settle out, so we avoid it.
Can I steam clean this rug?
Yes, but a hose is usually faster and just as effective.
Will the rug fade in direct sun?
The dye on this construction is specifically UV-stabilised for outdoor use — it holds up to direct Australian sun in a way that an indoor rug never could.
Can I return it if it isn't right?
Yes — we offer a clear returns window because we know a rug needs to be seen in the actual room. The details are on our returns page, and we'll talk you through it if anything is unclear.
