How To Choose The Perfect Area Rug For Your Home

Shopping for the right area rugs suitable for your home can be a walk in the park if you already know what to buy

. It can get overwhelming and later on confusing to look at so many choices. Arming yourself with essential information and a firm decision will make your shopping trip stress-free.

First of all, take your time. Your area rug will last for years with proper care and normal use, so keep this in mind when you make your choice. Use your imagination and try to visualize how your room will look. Having a good idea in your mind's eye will help once you are facing a sea of beautiful rugs.

Price is not something to worry about. The range of prices is wide from super cheap to exorbitant. Paying a high price for an area rug is not bad at all. It is an investment and the quality guarantees longevity. On the other hand, if you prefer to spend reasonably, you are sure to find one that meets a specific budget you have.

Decide on the size that best suits your room. Will you be using more than one area rug in a large room or is your room small and cozy. If you are decorating a bedroom it is better to use a couple smaller area rugs than one huge one that will have a huge area hidden under the bed. The area under the bed is always dark and could in time attract moths.

If you are placing your rug to anchor furniture groupings, the furniture should be set on the rug or its border. If the room is big enough, leave at least a foot of space all around the perimeter. Do not put just one piece of furniture on the rug or it will look like an afterthought rather than the glue that unites your arrangements.

Flooring - an area rug as floor covering can serve a dual purpose. First, as an accessory for beauty and second, as a floor protection. Choosing an area rug should not only complement the other furnishings but the floor as well. It is stuck to the floor, after all, so they must jive well. If you wish to make it as a floor partner, choose a rug that can blend well with your flooring. For instance, hardwood floor is better highlighted with dark colors or use a similar tone with the floor to have a balanced look. Tile floor can be accented with a neutral or earth-toned area rug.

If your purpose is to highlight the floor or conversely to draw attention away from the floor; this needs to be considered in your choice. To highlight the floor you need to choose an area rug that is perhaps a solid color and must be tone on tone so it blends with the floor. This will bring out the character of the flooring.

When your objective is to draw attention away from the floor, choose an area rug that has vibrant color and pronounced design that is overall. Using this kind of color and pattern will make this the focal point of the room drawing the viewer's attention directly to it. If the furniture surrounding the rug has a muted pattern or a plain neutral color this will be even a stronger focal point.

Look at your home with sharp eyes and a keen interest for improvement before buying your area rugs. In doing so, you will have a clear mind as to what suits your home the best.

by: Abbie Osborne-Wilson.

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