The use of area rugs add
flair to today’s living rooms. Compared
to the traditional wall-to-wall carpet, area rugs are less expensive and more
chic.
Things you need to know when buying area rugs:
Get the measurement of your living room to know the size of the rug that
you need. An open space measuring 4 x 8
inches around the rug must be left open.
Rugs are available in various dimensions – 9 x 12, 8 x 10, 6 x 9, which
you can buy from online furniture stores and local shops.
There is also the option of having them custom built. The good thing about this is you get the
exact color and size that you want, although they may be a little expensive.
Choose the pattern and color that is suitable for your area and one that
will complement the rest of your living room furniture. Geometrical patterns and colors will bring
more life in your room aside from concealing blemishes.
Go for neutral colors such as beige or brown if you want a plain rug to
mollify the diversified appeal of your living room.
To have a bit of fun and pep, choose area rugs with a dash of colors making
sure you blend it with the current colors of the room.
Always feel the rug before finally buying it. It may look nice but may be rough on the
skin.
A bit of knowledge on
the materials will help you decide in your purchase. Those made of wool are smooth and warm while
those made of natural materials are coarse and uneven. Jute and sisal are the natural materials used
for area rugs. Silk rugs are soft to
touch, classy and stunning. The problem
is they are expensive and difficult to maintain.
Have a bit of variety
by using not just one rug but more. This
means that you have to choose the moderately sized one. Combine two area rugs by putting them on top
of each one. You can have the medium-sized
rugs to give focus to a particular area.
For example, you want to assign an area for reading then use a different
color.
So, augment and put a
difference in your living room by having area rugs.
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