The Rug Company

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The Rug Company
Founded1997
FounderChristopher and Suzanne Sharpe

The Rug Company is a British rug brand founded in 1997 by Christopher and Suzanne Sharp. [1] The company is known for producing handmade rugs, cushions and wallhangings. Its collections often feature collaborations with international designers and artists. [2]

History

The Rug Company was established in London in 1997 by husband-and-wife duo Christopher and Suzanne Sharp. Its rugs are primarily hand-knotted using traditional Tibetan knot techniques (Tibetan rug). In November 2015, private equity firm Palamon Capital Partners acquired a majority stake in The Rug Company. [3]

References

  1. Townsend, Abigail (30 November 2013). "Rug Company rolls out a model business". telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 26 September 2025.
  2. "How one man created a rug firm with a famous following". BBC News. 2014-08-12. Retrieved 2025-09-11.
  3. Armstrong, Ashley (2015-11-09). "The Rug Company rolls up a multi-million pound sale". The Telegraph. Retrieved 2025-09-11.