Area rugs & rolled carpet 3PL & fulfillment services
Reliable third party logistics provider for area rugs & rolled carpet
Our logistics experts excel at handling the heavy lifting required for area rug and rolled carpet fulfillment.
We specialize in managing these oversized, bulky items with precision, easing your fulfillment burden while providing substantial savings through our deep shipping discounts with national carriers.
Simplify your rug & carpet fulfillment with the industry leaders in big, heavy, & bulky fulfillment
Red Stag specializes in the unique logistics challenges of large area rugs and rolled carpet products. We can efficiently fulfill many rug and carpet products, including:
Oriental area rugs
Berber carpeting
Shag area rugs
Persian wool rugs
Carpet remnants
Indoor/outdoor rugs
Natural fiber rugs
Wall-to-wall carpeting
Carpet padding & underlayment
Commercial carpet tiles
One of the reasons we moved to Red Stag is because they had secured big discounts with their carriers. If you’re a brand with large products, high surcharges for big and heavy items can really kill you.
Red Stag went really aggressive on cutting down those costs with the carriers, and they could pass the savings on to us.
Jon Blair
Former CFO/COO at Guardian Bikes | Founder at FreeToGrowCFO.com
Why partnering with a 3PL built for large items like area rugs and rolled carpet benefits your brand:
Expert handling solutions
Managing oversized rugs and rolled carpet requires specialized knowledge and equipment. Our team excels at handling these challenging products with care, preventing damage during storage and ensuring proper packaging techniques that preserve the quality of your premium floor coverings.
Purpose-built facilities
Our warehouses feature high ceilings, extra-wide aisles, and specialized storage racks designed specifically for long rolls of carpet and large area rugs. We’ve engineered our entire facility to accommodate these bulky items, ensuring efficient storage and preventing creasing or compression damage.
Protection guarantees
Your expensive rugs represent significant inventory value that you can’t afford to lose. That’s why we offer zero-damage and zero-loss guarantees. If your products are damaged or lost under our care, we’ll reimburse you for the full retail value plus pay compensation for the inconvenience.
Human expertise, not just automation
While many fulfillment centers rely on rigid automation systems designed for small parcels, we employ a hybrid approach. Our specially trained team members understand the unique requirements of textile floor coverings, supported by customized automation designed specifically for oversized soft goods.
Common challenges of large area rugs & rolled carpet fulfillment & shipping to customers
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Large area rugs are bulky, heavy, and awkwardly shaped, requiring specialized handling equipment and sufficient storage space to prevent creasing or damage.
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Rolled carpet requires careful packaging to prevent unrolling during transit and protection from moisture that can cause mildew or permanent damage.
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Area rugs with specialty materials or handmade construction need special documentation and handling protocols to maintain their value and condition.
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Precise shipping helps to avoid costly returns from customers with damage through the shipping process, especially with high-value or irreplaceable rug designs.
The Red Stag Story
Focusing on big, heavy and bulky fulfillment since 2012
In 2011, our co-founders were on their third 3PL and at their wit’s end.
Their sporting goods e-commerce company was growing rapidly. But fulfillment was a major problem— late deliveries to customers, lost inventory, and package mixups were costing them dearly—in both money and customer loyalty.
One of the problems? Their inventory was heavy and bulky. And the 3PLs were struggling with the (literal) heavy lifting.
This was the moment Red Stag was born.
And since our very first client was our owners’ sporting goods company, we purpose-built our operations to handle big, heavy, and bulky fulfillment from day 1.
Specialty large area rugs & rolled carpet fulfillment isn’t the only thing we have going for us…
US support team with dedicated account managers
You never get lost in the shuffle at Red Stag Fulfillment. Need to pick up the phone and talk to someone today? You got it. We aren’t going to send you down a support ticket rabbit hole with an outsourced rep.
Clean and organized warehouses
This should be a given for any 3PL, right? Sadly, it’s not. Cleanliness and organization are two of the best leading indicators of a successful operation. We’re proud of our warehouses and welcome you to come see for yourself, anytime.
Privately owned
12 years later, our co-founders still own 100% of Red Stag. They’re in it for the long haul. No venture capital pushing for growth at all costs. No 4PL shenanigans. We value a reliable and consistent fulfillment experience that brings peace of mind to operators.
Not convinced?
We get it, this is a difficult decision.
Your products are the life of your brand, and having them at the mercy of an outsourced partner requires a lot of trust. That’s why we have one of the most in-depth consultative sales processes in the industry to make sure you find the very best fit—even if it’s not us (we turn away over 95% of companies, helping them find better fits instead!). Send us some info and we will help point you in the right direction.
Red Stag Area Rugs & Rolled Carpet Fulfillment FAQs
What are Red Stag Fulfillment’s guarantees?
We have 4 guarantees: 1) All inventory is received and ready to ship within 2 business days, 2) ZERO inventory shrinkage, 3) 100% on-time shipping, and 4) 100% order accuracy.
If we ship your large area rugs or rolled carpet late, we’ll pay you $50 directly. If we miss our receiving guarantee, we’ll pay you $50 per late delivery. If an order is inaccurate, we’ll pay you $50 and cover the shipping costs to fix the mistake. And if we ever lose one of your valuable rugs or carpet rolls, we’ll reimburse you for your cost.
These guarantees aren’t marketing gimmicks—they align our incentives with yours and ensure we feel the pain when we don’t deliver on our promises.
Where are Red Stag Fulfillment’s warehouses?
Red Stag Fulfillment strategically operates two warehouse hubs, one in Sweetwater, Tennessee (Knoxville) and one in Salt Lake City, Utah. We’ve determined that two warehouses—each strategically positioned central to either coast—provides optimal shipping times for heavy items like area rugs and rolled carpet while minimizing costly inventory balancing between facilities.
This setup allows us to reach 96% of U.S. addresses within 2 days, ensuring your bulky floor coverings arrive quickly to customers across the country. While warehouse placement is complex, our clients consistently appreciate this two-location approach once they experience the benefits.
What is Red Stag Fulfillment’s pricing?
Pricing is custom to each client, as no two area rug or carpet businesses have identical shipping needs. We strive to secure the best rates possible and have negotiated industry-leading shipping discounts specifically for oversized, heavy items like large area rugs and rolled carpet. Our focus is on optimizing your total fulfillment costs, not just individual line items.
Will Red Stag Fulfillment integrate with my store?
Yes, your store will integrate with Red Stag. No matter which online retail platform you use to sell your area rugs and carpet products, we’ll sync it with our system. We have APIs for all major ecommerce platforms and can provide custom integrations for unique circumstances that may arise with your flooring business.
