Tamara Fifield 5.10x9 Gray Whitewashed Hand-Knotted Afghani Oushak Rug | Wool

Tamara Fifield 5.10x9 Gray Whitewashed Hand-Knotted Afghani Oushak Rug

The Tamara Fifield occupies that ideal middle ground — large enough to anchor a seating area or define a hallway, refined enough to work as an accent in a larger room. Hand-knotted in Afghanistan using 100% wool and natural vegetable dyes, it carries the full Oushak heritage in a gray whitewashed palette that is quietly sophisticated and endlessly versatile.

The whitewashing process softens the surface color into a chalky, muted gray that reads as cool and airy in bright spaces, and warmly layered in richer interiors. At ~$33 per square foot for a hand-knotted Afghani piece, the Tamara Fifield offers exceptional value in the artisan rug category.

✦ Why We Chose This

Gray whitewashed Oushaks are one of the most consistently requested colorways we see from interior designers — they have the neutral versatility of a classic gray rug with the added depth and texture that only a hand-knotted wool pile can provide. The whitewash finish on the Tamara Fifield is particularly well-executed: the pile retains its softness and structure while the color achieves that coveted faded-antique quality. At 5.10x9, it's a practical size for rooms that don’t need a full 8x10 — hallways, dining rooms, home offices, or as a layering piece over a larger flat-weave. A genuinely useful, genuinely beautiful rug.

Overview

• Style: White-Washed Oushak
• Origin: Afghanistan
• Construction: Hand-Knotted
• Content: 100% Wool Fiber
• Dye: Natural Vegetable Dyes
• Finish: Whitewashed
• Color: Gray
• Size: 5.10 x 9 ft (45.9 sq ft)

Rug Care

• Shedding is normal and will diminish with regular vacuuming
• Clip loose fibers with scissors — do not pull
• Creases from shipping typically disappear within a few days of laying flat
• Blot spills immediately with a clean sponge or cloth; do not rub
• Keep away from excessive moisture
• Professional cleaning recommended as needed
• Rotate periodically to prevent uneven fading in direct sunlight
• For indoor use only
• A quality rug pad is strongly recommended on all surfaces to prevent slipping and extend the life of the rug