I also considered these - from the Crucial trading Company range. The carpet salesman advised me that these carpets are generally something of beauty rather than high performance. he suggested they work best as rugs that are a feature in a room. The crucial trading company offer a stain protection covering. I think they will clean Ok as they are natural fibres, but some of the more delicate fibres may not take much wear. (I didn't choose them eventually as I wanted 'longer life' floor coverings)