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Vertical view of ANDINA’s handwoven Checkered Rug in moss and sand wool squares.
Full view of ANDINA’s Moss & Sand Checkered Rug handwoven from wool in a bright interior space.
Handwoven Checkered Rug by ANDINA in moss green and sand tones on wooden floor.
ANDINA’s Checkered Rug in moss and sand tones beneath brown leather chairs and marble table.

Checkered Rug – Moss & Sand

Price range: US$750 through US$5,400

A checkered pattern in hand-dyed moss and hand-dyed sand — woven in baeton technique that gives each square a subtle raised relief.

COLOR: MOSS & SAND
MATERIAL: 100% PURE SHEEP WOOL
WEAVE: BAETON WEAVE

Color can look different on a screen than it does in your home. We offer a Yarn Sample Card with four of our hand-dyed and natural wool colors, sent directly to you — so you can see the exact tone in person before committing to a rug.

The cost of your samples is fully credited toward your rug purchase.

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Every ANDINA piece can be made to your own size, shape — including round — and color palette. Any design from our collection can be adapted to custom dimensions. For bespoke inquiries or trade pricing, write to us at info@andinadecor.com or explore our Trade Program.

Each piece is handwoven to order. Production time ranges from 8 to 10 weeks, depending on size and complexity. For urgent requests, please contact us directly to discuss availability.

Full payment is due at checkout for most orders. We accept wire transfer or major credit cards. For larger pieces, a 50% deposit with the balance due before dispatch can be arranged — write to us at trade@andinadecor.com to coordinate payment terms.

We ship worldwide via FedEx international priority air freight, with door-to-door delivery in approximately 4–6 business days depending on destination. Shipping and import duties are always included — no additional costs on delivery. Tracking information is provided once your order is dispatched from Argentina.

Each ANDINA piece is handwoven from natural fibers. Subtle variations in tone, texture, and final measurements are inherent to the handmade process and reflect the authenticity of its origin.

Each ANDINA piece is designed to last. For care guidelines, please visit our Care & Maintenance page.

Moss and sand. A green and a neutral that don’t compete — they balance. The moss brings a quiet color presence; the sand grounds it. Together they form a checkered wool area rug that reads as considered without being decorative.

The pattern is structural. The squares emerge from the baeton weave itself — each one formed by alternating the two tones in sequence, row by row, until the geometry appears on the surface. The baeton technique gives each square a slight raised quality, a shadow that shifts as light changes across the day.

Both tones are achieved with natural dyes only. The moss from plants native to northern Argentina. The sand from minerals and bark from the same region. Both applied to hand-spun sheep wool before weaving begins. No synthetic pigments at any stage.

This checkered wool area rug works in living rooms and dining spaces where a room needs pattern without a strong graphic weight — the two tones are close enough in value that the check reads softly rather than boldly.

For custom proportions or colorways visit our Bespoke Rugs page. Trade enquiries via our Trade Program.

Material:

100% Pure Sheep Wool
Construction:

Handwoven
Weave:

Baeton Weave
Color:

Moss, Sand
Origen:

Argentina
Made By:

Northern Argentina Artisans

Behind every ANDINA piece lies the work of artisan weavers living in remote regions of northern Argentina.

Their craft, passed down through generations, is a quiet dialogue between tradition, nature, and time. Using pure, natural fibers and ancestral techniques, they create textiles that embody both cultural heritage and contemporary simplicity.

Each rug, cushion, and throw is the result of patience, skill, and respect—for the land, for the materials, and for the people who keep these traditions alive.

handwoven on a loom

Handmade with tree trunks from the area.

PURE SHEEP WOOL

100% natural, obtained from animals from surrounding farms.

hand spun

With a spindle.

NATURAL DYES

Derived from flowers, tree bark, and plants native to the area.

FAIR TRADE

Our model advances social, economic, and environmental sustainability impact through equitable trade and fair labor practices.

WOMEN Empowerment

Thanks to their hard work, our artisans have increased independence and opportunities, giving them more control over their own lives.

ancient techniques

Rich cultural traditions, skills, and processes passed down from multiple generations.

Environmentally Responsible

From obtaining the wool to the making of each piece, our entire process is focused on doing what is best for the planet.

At ANDINA, we are committed to responsible craftsmanship and environmental stewardship. Through our partnership with a local NGO, a tree is planted in northern Argentina for every order placed—contributing to reforestation and the preservation of native ecosystems.

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