Do area rugs shed?
Yes. Both synthetic and wool hand-tufted rugs experience some shedding or pilling. This is also a characteristic of all fine wool rugs. Shedding or pilling is not considered a manufacturer’s defect. Factors that may affect shedding include the type of yarn and the manufacturing process. Machine-made rugs shed less than hand-made rugs. Synthetic yarns shed less than wool, which is a natural and more porous fiber. Shag rugs, because of their longer yarns, tend to shed more.
