Wool rugs such as Gabbehs can be used comfortably even in the summer. Wool has the ability to regulate humidity, so even in sweaty seasons the surface does not feel sticky and remains smooth to the touch. In addition, it has excellent breathability, so it does not trap heat and can be used comfortably all year round.

Wool is a natural material that has high moisture absorption and release properties (so-called moisture control). By absorbing and releasing moisture, it maintains a dry feel even in humid seasons. It feels better on the skin than synthetic fiber rugs, and is comfortable to walk on barefoot. High-quality wool rugs are less itchy and feel smooth even when touched barefoot.

We are sometimes asked, "Won't it be hot if I lay a wool gabbeh in the summer?", but you can use it comfortably in the summer without any problems. Wool's moisture-regulating properties absorb moisture in the summer and make it feel smooth against the skin, and in the winter it retains heat and feels warm, making gabbehs suitable for use all year round.

In fact, wool rugs are also effective in preventing you from getting too cold due to air conditioning.

In fact, when a Gabbeh carpet was laid in a humid hallway, one user commented that "it wasn't hot, but rather felt cool." Another user said that "the carpet felt smooth and comfortable to the touch," and "the flooring felt sticky and uncomfortable when barefoot."

Rugs made from other natural materials such as cotton and linen are also breathable and moisture-wicking, making them ideal for summer. However, if you plan to use them year-round, wool rugs are by far the best choice. Wool absorbs water vapor twice as much as cotton and 30 times as much as polyester. Even if you sweat, the fibers will absorb the moisture, keeping the surface dry and comfortable.