Why Moroccan rugs Are The Ideal Way To Spruce Up Your Dorm Room

College is a blur of classes, new friends and late-night study sessions not to mention unlimited coffee. And on top of all that, your dorm room isn’t just a place to sleep  it’s your safe zone, your sanctuary and your slice of comfort. The challenge? The fact is, most dorm rooms are cold, sterile and impersonal.

Moroccan rugs to the rescue. Handwoven in town squares across Maine, these treasures of color and texture offer the option of transforming a dull dorm room into a sophisticated sanctuary that feels like home. Whether you’re a boho, minimalistic, or modern type, a Moroccan rug brings warmth, texture and soul to even the tiniest of spaces.  

Lightweight Elegance with a Story to Tell

Moroccan rugs are not just fashionable  they’re practical and have soul.Ideal for trending drimpy dorms, a flat-woven Kilim rug is easily tossable and injects personality while also being a thing. Each piece is handwoven by Moroccan artisans who keep centuries-old traditions and weaving techniques alive  the perfect marriage of sustainability, craft and enduring design.

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Moroccan rugs Easy to Style with Any Décor

Moroccan rug look good pretty much with any aesthetic you wanna go for minimal, boho, vintage or eclectic. Throw a cream-hued Beni Ourain into the mix with some neutral bedding and wooden touches for a modern, almost-Scandinavian look, or choose an eye-popping Boujad to liven up some white or off-white bedding in your dorm.

Even if your dorm furniture doesn’t match, or is cheap and basic, a Moroccan rug will unify the space and make it feel purposeful.

Purchase the rug in the photo here.

Low Maintenance for Busy Students

Dorm life doesn’t exactly leave time for intricate cleaning regimens. The good news is Moroccan wool is naturally impervious to stains and strong enough to withstand these influences. Rug will be fresh as new with a simple shake or light vacuum, Spot clean spills using mild soap and cold water.

This equals more time for studying (or relaxing) and less dreading maintenance.

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Style Inspiration 

Looking for inspiration on how to style your rug in a small space? Check out these dorm décor ideas from Architectural Digest you’ll find creative ways to mix patterns, layer textures, and make even the tiniest dorm feel like a designer retreat. Combine those tips with a Moroccan rug from Surcoma, and you’ll have a space that’s not only beautiful but full of soul.