From Film Sets to Styled Homes: Hiring a Handwoven Rug from The Nomads Tent

A beautiful rug has a habit of changing a room instantly. It adds warmth, colour and texture, but it also tells a story. Sometimes you only need that transformation for a short while. That is exactly where rug hire comes in.

At The Nomads Tent in Edinburgh, our handwoven rugs are available not only to buy but also to hire. Over the years they have appeared in film productions, gallery spaces, styled interiors and events across Scotland. Whether you need a single statement piece or several rugs to shape a space, hiring can be a practical and surprisingly creative solution.

Rugs That Have Had Their Moment on Screen

Our rugs are no strangers to the spotlight. In fact, several have quietly built a film and television career of their own.

The Nomads Tent rugs have appeared in productions filmed in Scotland, including the films The Princess Switch, Falling for Figaro, and A Castle for Christmas. These richly woven pieces help bring period interiors and cinematic sets to life.

In our entirely biased opinion, the rugs have also helped make movie stars like Joanna Lumley and Brooke Shields look even more glamorous.

Various film agencies keep The Nomads Tent on their books when they need the right carpet for a set. A well-chosen rug can anchor a scene, soften a room or instantly suggest a particular era or location. Production designers know that authentic handwoven rugs bring depth and character that modern reproductions simply cannot match.

Why Hire a Rug?

Buying a rug is a long-term investment, but there are many situations where hiring makes far more sense.

If you are staging a house for sale, a carefully chosen rug can define a space and make an empty room feel warm and lived in. Estate agents and interior stylists often use rugs to add character and help buyers imagine themselves living there.

For gallery openings and exhibitions, rugs can create atmosphere underfoot while complementing artwork or installations. They soften large spaces and add a tactile element that visitors notice immediately.

Film and television productions often require authentic textiles to complete a set. Our rugs have the patina, craftsmanship and individuality that directors and set designers look for.

They are also popular for photography shoots, where colour, texture and pattern can dramatically enhance a composition. A handwoven rug can turn a simple backdrop into something visually rich and memorable.

And of course, rugs work beautifully for private and corporate events. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, they can help define seating areas, add warmth to venue floors or simply introduce colour and personality to a room.

A Trusted Source for Film, Events and Creative Projects

Because our collection is made up of genuine handwoven pieces, each rug has its own character. Some are bold and vibrant, others softly faded with age. This variety makes it easier to find exactly the right piece for a particular setting.

Film agencies regularly come to us when they need rugs or carpets for sets, and we are just as happy helping stylists, photographers, event organisers or homeowners who want to borrow a rug for a short time.

Whether it is a single statement rug or several pieces for a larger project, antique and vintage rugs, or something more contemporary, we can help you choose rugs that suit the mood and scale of your space.

Thinking of Hiring a Rug?

If you are planning an event, styling a property, working on a film production or organising a photoshoot, rug hire might be exactly what you need. It gives you access to beautiful, authentic textiles without the commitment of buying.

And who knows, the rug you choose might already have had a quiet career on screen.