Pile Height
The length of the pile above the foundation. At Tilwen: Flat (no pile), Low (under 8mm), Medium (8–15mm), High (over 15mm).
Pile height directly affects how a rug feels underfoot, its acoustic properties, and how it reads visually at different distances.
FlatNo pile, a flatweave kilim. Reads as two-dimensional and graphic. Hard underfoot. Best for hard floors and high-traffic areas. Pattern reads equally at all distances.
Low (3–8mm)Lies closer to the warp, creating a firm surface. Pattern reads clearly. Good for dining rooms and spaces with furniture.
Medium (8–15mm)Warm underfoot without high-pile maintenance requirements. Pattern reads with some depth.
High (15mm+)Deep and soft underfoot, classic Beni Ourain register. Significant acoustic dampening. Should not be permanently compressed under heavy furniture. Pattern may read less sharply at distance.
