Shag Rugs

Pile height. Shag rugs have a much longer pile than standard rugs — typically over an inch — which gives them that soft, almost shaggy surface texture. Quince's shag rugs are wool, hand-tufted for density.

Use a vacuum without a beater bar or with the beater bar disengaged. Run the vacuum slowly so suction has time to lift dust from the deeper pile. Once a season, take the rug outside and shake it.

They work, but they show wear faster than low-pile rugs. Better suited to bedrooms, reading nooks, and lounge areas than entryways or kitchens. If you want a soft rug for a busy room, look at our Wool Rugs collection in tighter weaves.

Shag is a type of high-pile — but not all high-pile rugs are shag. Shag specifically refers to a longer, looser, often uneven pile that creates that soft tactile look. Plush and high-pile rugs can be more uniform.

Shake or beat outdoors regularly. Vacuum without a beater bar. Spot-clean spills with cold water and mild wool detergent — blot, never rub. For deep cleaning, send to a professional wool-rug cleaner every two to three years.

Yes — and that's part of the appeal. The high pile traps air, which makes the surface noticeably warmer underfoot than tile, hardwood, or low-pile rugs. Good for bedrooms and any room that sits over a cold floor in winter.

Use the shag rug as your anchor and build the room from there — whether you prefer minimal or layered, the rug gives you a soft, textural foundation to work with. Add Quince throws and pillows for extra comfort. Bring in furniture, curtains, and home decor that match your aesthetic, whether that's clean and simple or rich and collected.