AREA RUGS

The Complete Guide to Area Rugs: Style, Comfort, and Function in Your Home.

Area rugs are a trend that homeowners and interior designers use to improve the look and feel of a room. For living rooms, bedrooms, or hallways you may use an area rug which is a great solution for style, comfort and practicality. What we love about area rugs is that they are an easy way to transform your space without going in for large scale renovation. In this guide we will be covering it all related to area rugs, from their benefits, types, materials to how to choose the right one for your home.

Why Choose an Area Rug?

Area rugs are a hit in all home sizes for many reasons. For one they help to define a space in an open floor plan. Also a properly placed rug can make a big room into a cozier setting or help separate out different areas like dining from living.

Area rugs bring a touch of warmth and softness to your feet in any room which in turn makes them more inviting. In cool months they insulate the floor and in warm months lightweight rugs bring in a fresh airy feel.

In terms of design, area rugs are an element which brings in color and texture to your space. Into any home that is modern, traditional, rustic, or eclectic there is a rug which will suit your taste.

Types of Area Rugs

There is a large variety of area rugs, we see in that which to include:.

• Modern Rugs: These feature abstract designs, bold colors, or geometric patterns. They work in modern homes.
• Flatweave Rugs: These easy to wash and go rugs are great for high traffic areas like kitchens and hallways.
• Jute Rugs: These natural fiber rugs present a natural look but may feel too rough for formal spaces instead they work well in high traffic areas and outdoors.

Choosing the Right Material

Rug material is what determines its feel, durability, and maintenance needs. As for what we have some common materials are:.

• Wool: Wool rugs which are durable and naturally repel stains also have a soft feel and very long wear.
• Cotton: Cotton area rugs which also tend to be very light and easy to wash do great in casual settings.
• Jute: These natural fiber rugs are wear resistant and bring in a rustic and earthy element to your space.

How do you choose the right rug size?

Right sized rugs will depend on your room and how you plan to place your furniture. I also have some general tips:.

• Living Room: In every room put in large area rugs which cover at least the primary pieces of furniture at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs.
• Dining Room: The rug must extend beyond the tables and chairs which include the pushed out chairs.
• Bedroom: A huge rug that goes beyond the bed on both sides which creates a very cozy feel upon getting out of bed.

Caring for Your Area Rug

To keep your rug in great condition, do regular cleaning. Vacuum at least once a week and also rotate your rug every few months which in turn will even out wear. As soon as a spill happens, clean it right away, and we also recommend professional cleaning once a year which is also especially true for wool and high end rugs.

Final Thoughts

Area rugs go beyond the decorative — they add comfort, protect floors and in to which they bring in a theme to your home. For a splash of color, to define a space or to create a soft play area for the kids, area rugs are a easy and cheap fix. Pick out a rug that fits your lifestyle, goes with what you have decorated and brings in that element of warmth and personality to the space.