painted floor cloths

Used as the primary floor covering in America from the mid 1700's to the late 1800's, the oil painted canvas rugs were prized for their beauty, durability and easy care. Floor cloths were listed in the household goods inventory  of Presidents Washington, Adams and Jefferson.  Early designs were taken from wall paper patterns, tapestries or woven oriental rug motifs of the old world.

My floor cloth designs are inspired by the natural environment and contemporary and ethnic textile design and  color combinations. They are painted with acrylic paint and varnish making them incredibly functional and long lasting. High use areas are good places for a floor cloth such as: in front of your sink, down the hallway, entryway, mud room, powder room,  bedroom, under children's play and eating area,  or under the coffee, kitchen or dining room table. They are great for hypo-allergenic environments. | care and feeding of your floor cloth |