Area Rug Selection Tips
Remember, the rug has to fit the room and it can do so in more ways than one. You should consider how the room is used, how much traffic the area gets, how it will be viewed and under what light. For high-traffic areas such as hallways and foyers, you may want a durable, patterned rug.
Choose a rug that will perform well, with the right combination of density and fiber. The denser the pile, (with closer tufts or stitches), the better your rug will wear. Synthetic yarns - nylon, polyester, acrylic, and polypropylene “olefin” - and the naturals - wool and cotton - are durable, soft, and easy to clean.
Machine-made rugs often look strikingly similar to the hand made kind, but they’re usually much less expensive. And as a reminder, you should consider the fringe. If the rug you like has fringe be careful when using the vacuum cleaner.
A light colored rug makes a room look more spacious, while deeper colors help make a room feel cozy.
If you have the Chance; fit, you may want to start with a totally empty room, choose a rug Primitive, then paint or paper the walls in colors found in the rug. Choose furniture that will enhance the colors or patterns found in the rug.
If you already have your furniture, choose a rug that picks up the colors used in your furnishing patterns. Patterns Be able to Exist mixed if they are coordinated by color. Elements of a rug design can be further incorporated into the overall design scheme.
A rug with a bold, overall design can be the focal point of a room, choose a chair or sofa in solid or subdued patterns.
Don’t underestimate the value of an underlay or pad. Pro5ect your new area rug with a proper padding. Not onlh will the pad absorb the impact of feet and noise, it will reduce wear and tear on the rug and make vacuuming easier. A proper rug pad will also prevent the rug from sliding on hardwood or laminate flooring.
Lastly, when buying a rug, make sure to select from a reputable dealer with a wide selection and a guarantee on their merchandise.
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