Olga Gray Area Rug

Lily Wright | Apr 18, 2020

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An Olga Gray area rug is an understated, modestly priced rug that can be used almost anywhere. This isn't a rug that will shout at you "Hey! I'm a seriously collectible rug!" the moment you walk into a room. In fact, if your grandmother had a rug that was worn to a soft, delicate gray with threads of color that is a very good description of an Olga Gray rug. It has a low pile, but one that is soft rather than harsh. Its design is soft pastels on an off-white background.

It exudes good taste but doesn't bludgeon you over the head with it. The rug is named after a British spy who successfully became secretary to Harry Pollitt, the Secretary General of the Communist Party of Great Britain, as directed by MI5, the British espionage unit. The key to her success was to be efficient, quiet and essentially unnoticeable. She should not be confused with the silent film actress, Olga Grey. Olga Gray, sometimes referred to as "Miss X" was instrumental is apprehending several Soviet undercover agents who were operating in Britain.

Following their trial, "Miss X" was given severance pay of 500 pounds. She then relocated to Canada. Your rug isn't likely to be locating spy rings, but it has that same understated, functional yet beautiful attribute that is exhibited by any well-trained, discreet secretary.

The Olga Gray area rug is lovely without drawing attention to itself. It gives comfort and elegance without ostentation or any flamboyance.

This distressed area rug is perfect for warming up your living room during the cold winter months. It’s constructed from durable polypropylene with a pile height of 0.37 inches. The geometric patterns have a nice distressed look for a modern feel.

Clair Power Loom Polypropylene Indoor Area Rug

This breezy area rug is made from highly resistant polypropylene using an effective power loom technique. It has a 0.25'' pile height which means it’s easy to clean and maintain, while the smooth texture makes it soft underfoot and it can handle a lot of foot traffic.

This stylish area rug is designed to accentuate your floors like never before. It is made from polypropylene and even though it’s not hand-woven, it showcases a touch of artistry and masterful craft. You can add it to your living room, study room, or bedroom.

nuLOOM OZAS04A Renata Moroccan Shag Rug, 5' 3" x 7' 6", Grey

Originally from Turkey, this machine woven rug is designed to bring class and elegance to your home. It is made using 100% polyester. Its geometric shag style is also a stand out feature. The rug works very well with hardwood floors but it can be used on any flooring.

Give your hallways and living room some interesting character with this area rug. The piece is constructed using a mix of cotton, polyester, and polypropylene. Its unique transitional style will bring out the best from your décor.

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Unique gray accent rug measuring 10 feet in width and up to 14 feet in length. The rug is extremely stylish and comes with beautiful Moroccan trellis patterns that will give your floors a massive update. The rug is made from easy to clean and highly durable polypropylene for long-lasting service.

Beautiful rounded area rug with a neutral light gray palette and incredible patterns. The piece is also made from high-quality premium fabrics that are easy to clean. It is a classy piece that adds unique stylish appeal to your floors.