Sheepskin Border Rugs | Genuine NZ Sheepskin

Sheepskin Border Rugs | Genuine NZ Sheepskin

Make a statement with our Sheepskin Border Rugs, individually crafted in New Zealand from carefully selected premium New Zealand sheepskins. These impressive multi-pelt rugs combine a luxurious Ivory White centre with a contrasting sheepskin border, creating an elegant framed design that showcases the natural beauty of genuine sheepskin.

Available in a range of sizes from 4-pelt through to extra-wide 16-pelt designs, our border rugs are particularly suited to larger living rooms, bedrooms and open spaces where you want a substantial natural rug to become a feature of the room.

Made from premium New Zealand-grown sheepskins, each individual pelt is carefully selected for its wool density, softness, length and overall appearance. Considerable skill goes into matching and positioning the individual pelts to create the rectangular centre and surrounding border before they are expertly joined together.

The sheepskins are tanned and the finished rugs are crafted in New Zealand using a gentle tanning process without harsh chemicals, helping preserve the natural softness, lustre and character of the wool.

Choose Your Border Colour

Each rug features an Ivory White sheepskin centre, which can be paired with your choice of five border colours:

Ivory White – Creates a beautifully understated, single-colour rug while retaining the distinctive border construction.

Honey – A warm golden border that creates a softer contrast with the Ivory White centre. Honey pairs beautifully with timber, leather and more traditional interiors.

Grey – A versatile medium grey that frames the Ivory White centre with a contemporary contrast, particularly suited to modern and neutral interiors.

Chocolate – A rich, deep brown that creates a strong yet warm contrast with the Ivory White centre and complements timber and earthy interior tones.

Black – Our boldest border option. The contrast between Black and Ivory White creates a striking framed appearance, particularly effective in contemporary interiors.

Our Ivory White retains the natural creamy-white colouring of genuine sheepskin rather than being a bright artificial white, so subtle cream and ivory undertones are part of its authentic character.

As genuine sheepskin is a natural product, no two border rugs are exactly alike. Small variations in wool length, texture and colour are part of what makes every finished rug unique.

Sheepskin Border Rug Sizes

Our rectangular border rugs are available in a range of generous sizes:

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  4-Pelt Border: approx. 186 × 130 cm (73 × 51 in.)
  


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  6-Pelt Border: approx. 186 × 176 cm (73 × 69 in.)
  


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  8-Pelt Border: approx. 186 × 222 cm (73 × 87 in.)
  


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  10-Pelt Border: approx. 186 × 270 cm (73 × 106 in.)
  


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  12-Pelt Border: approx. 186 × 315 cm (73 × 124 in.)
  


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  Wide 12-Pelt Border: approx. 258 × 220 cm (101 × 87 in.)
  


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  X-Wide 16-Pelt Border: approx. 332 × 220 cm (131 × 87 in.)
  

Because every sheepskin is naturally shaped and each rug is individually crafted, finished measurements are approximate and may vary slightly.

Made to Order in New Zealand

Every Sheepskin Border Rug is made to order in New Zealand. Our tannery carefully selects and matches the individual sheepskins specifically for your rug, taking into consideration wool colour, length, density and overall appearance before expertly joining them together.

Please allow approximately 3–5 weeks for your border rug to be made before it is ready to ship. Larger rugs can require additional time because of the number of closely matched sheepskins required to create a consistent finished appearance.

Because these rugs are individually made specifically for each customer, orders cannot be cancelled once production has commenced. We recommend carefully checking your required dimensions and colour combination before placing your order.

Custom & Extra-Large Sheepskin Border Rugs

Looking for something even larger or a particular dimension?

We can create custom-made sheepskin border rugs to suit your room, including sizes considerably larger than our standard range.

Creating a large custom rug requires sourcing and carefully matching many individual New Zealand sheepskins to achieve a beautifully balanced finished appearance.

Simply contact us with your required dimensions and preferred border colour, and we'll be happy to provide a personalised quote.

Caring for Your Sheepskin Border Rug

Regular Care: Regular brushing with a sheepskin care brush helps lift and separate the wool fibres, maintain their softness and reduce matting. When practical, gently shaking your rug or carefully vacuuming it using a low-suction setting can also help remove loose dust and debris.

Spot Cleaning: Attend to spills promptly using cold or lukewarm water and a suitable wool or sheepskin detergent. Blot and clean gently rather than rubbing vigorously, and avoid unnecessarily soaking the leather beneath the wool.

Professional Cleaning: Although genuine sheepskin can be washed, we do not recommend washing our large multi-pelt border rugs at home. Rugs of this size become extremely heavy when wet and can be difficult to handle and dry evenly without affecting their shape or softness.

For a thorough clean, we recommend using a professional cleaner experienced with genuine sheepskin or leather-backed wool rugs.

What to Avoid: Do not use hot water, bleach, fabric softeners or conventional detergents containing enzymes. Avoid tumble drying and keep a wet or damp rug away from radiators, heaters and other sources of direct heat.

With regular brushing, prompt attention to spills and professional cleaning when required, your New Zealand sheepskin border rug can retain its beautiful softness, natural character and luxurious wool finish for many years.

Shipping Your Sheepskin Border Rug

We ship our New Zealand sheepskin rugs to customers throughout New Zealand, the United States and worldwide.

Due to their size, our border rugs are carefully packed and compressed for international shipping to keep the parcel as compact and well protected as possible during transit. When your rug first arrives, the wool may therefore appear slightly flattened or compressed. This is completely normal.

Once unpacked, lay the rug flat and give it a gentle shake followed by a thorough brushing with a sheepskin care brush. This will help lift and separate the wool fibres and restore the rug's natural loft and luxurious appearance. The wool will continue to relax naturally after unpacking.

Please remember to allow the 3–5 week made-to-order timeframe before shipping. Once your rug has been completed and dispatched, we'll email you the tracking details so you can follow its journey.

A Statement Piece Crafted in New Zealand

A Sheepskin Border Rug combines the extraordinary softness of genuine sheepskin with a distinctive framed design that can transform the look and feel of a room.

Whether you choose the subtle elegance of an Ivory White border, the natural warmth of Honey or Chocolate, the contemporary feel of Grey, or the dramatic contrast of Black, each rug is individually crafted to create a unique centrepiece for your home.

With its luxurious long wool, carefully matched pelts and expert New Zealand craftsmanship, a Kiwi Sheepskins Border Rug is designed to be enjoyed for many years to come.