Is this rug wool or polyester?

It is woven from polyester, despite the collection description referring to wool. Expect a synthetic flat weave rather than a hand-woven wool kilim.

Does it need a rug pad?

Yes. The flat weave is thin and can slide on hard floors, so a pad adds grip and a little cushioning.

Vacuum regularly and blot spills with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid machine washing a rug this size.

Will the creases from shipping flatten out?

Usually. Roll it face out or lay it flat with weights on the corners for a week or two.

Is 5' x 8' big enough for a living room?

It suits a small seating area or the foot of a queen bed. For a full sofa-and-chairs setup, a larger size fits better.

SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8'

Best price now

$133.28at WalmartChecked Nov 10

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Walmart

SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8'

Best price now

$133.28at WalmartChecked Nov 10

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Walmart

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

Price facts

Last seen at $133.28 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8'

The Safavieh Striped Kilim Clyde is a flat-weave area rug in grey and beige, sized 5' x 8'. It borrows the look of traditional Navajo and kilim textiles with warm, multi-colored stripes, but it is woven from polyester rather than the wool the collection's marketing describes. That makes it a practical, low-pile choice for high-traffic rooms where a plush rug would mat down or stain. Against wool kilims it is easier to clean and less expensive to own, though it lacks wool's warmth underfoot and long-term resilience.

Best forLiving rooms with a rustic or southwestern schemeHigh-traffic family roomsHouseholds with pets or kidsShoppers who want a flat-weave look without wool care

Pros

Flat-weave pile lies low and won't catch doors
Polyester resists stains and cleans up easily
Grey and beige stripes suit many color schemes
5' x 8' fits under a coffee table or at a bed's foot
Reversible-style flat construction wears evenly

Cons

Polyester feels less warm and soft than wool
Thin pile offers little cushioning on hard floors
A rug pad is needed to stop sliding
Stripe pattern can look busy in small rooms
Not the hand-woven wool the collection name suggests

SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8' prices at every store

WalmartNew
In stock
$133.28Checked Nov 10
Visit Walmart

What reviewers say

Owners of Safavieh's flat-weave kilim-style rugs generally like the look and the easy care, and many note the low pile works well in busy rooms. Common complaints are that the rug is thinner than expected and arrives with creases that take time to flatten.

What people mention

Pile thicknessCriticisedBuyers say the rug is thinner than they expected and offers little cushioning.
PatternPraisedOwners like the warm striped kilim look and say it matches the product images.
CreasesCriticisedSeveral note deep fold lines from shipping that take weeks to settle.
Easy carePraisedThe flat polyester weave vacuums and spot-cleans without fuss.
EdgesMixedSome report curling corners that need weights or a pad to lie flat.

About the SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8'

The Clyde is a striped area rug from the Safavieh Striped Kilim collection. It has a rustic-chic look with a southwestern feel.

Warm, multi-colored stripes run across a kilim flat weave that recalls traditional Navajo rugs. The color is grey and beige, and the rug measures 5' x 8'.

Brand: Safavieh
Collection: Striped Kilim
Style: Striped kilim, flat weave
Material: Polyester
Color: Grey/Beige
Size: 5' x 8'
Room: Living room

Specifications

bed_size: 5' x 8'Source
color: BeigeSource
size: 5' x 8'Source
actual_color: Grey/BeigeSource

Questions and answers

Is this rug wool or polyester?: It is woven from polyester, despite the collection description referring to wool. Expect a synthetic flat weave rather than a hand-woven wool kilim.
Does it need a rug pad?: Yes. The flat weave is thin and can slide on hard floors, so a pad adds grip and a little cushioning.
How do I clean it?: Vacuum regularly and blot spills with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid machine washing a rug this size.
Will the creases from shipping flatten out?: Usually. Roll it face out or lay it flat with weights on the corners for a week or two.
Is 5' x 8' big enough for a living room?: It suits a small seating area or the foot of a queen bed. For a full sofa-and-chairs setup, a larger size fits better.
Where is the SAFAVIEH Striped Kilim Clyde Striped Polyester Area Rug, Grey/Beige, 5' x 8' cheapest?: At Walmart, for $133.28, as of our latest check.