Choosing Area Rugs: Integration of style and theme
Choosing Area Rugs: Integration of style and theme
Choosing new area rugs for your house will give you an opportunity to take a fresh look at your home. What's your desired style? Any thoughts on themes? When you walk into your home are you seeking peace and serenity, or a place where you want to be struck with the bold and jazzy?
Do you favor a modern, contemporary atmosphere with plenty of space and light? If so, you may want to focus more on texture when choosing your area rug. An interesting texture against a neutral background gives clean lines and precise shapes.
Do you live with the elegance of rich woods and sophisticated details that give your rooms an understated grandeur? Your area rugs should reflect this style with rich colors or intricate patterns.
Or have you chosen a relaxed rustic style that creates a cosy charm with a mixture of patterns and happy colors? Area rugs of paler colors, for example honey yellow, dusky pink, and soft greens and different fibres such as chenille will reflect a soft cosy atmosphere of country charm in your house.All these individuals styles can be reflected in the pattern, color and texture of the rug you choose.
Wool rugs can give you superior quality that feels exquisite underfoot.They have a dense pile and and are naturally hardwearing.Area rugs made from manmade fibres such as propylene are easy to care for and resistant to everyday stains. They look good and feel good under foot, and are less expensive to buy.
Some rugs come with a beautiful knotted fringe. Remember to purchase the correct combing tool at the same time you purchase your area rug to keep the fringe tangle-free and free from loose dirt and particles.You may want to choose an area rug without a fringe if you want a cleaner line for a modern finish.
Rugs are an important feature of any room. They can enhance your decoration, create warmth and give vitality to your home. Be sure all area rugs are safe to walk on by placing anti-slip mats underneath them, and then show them off, use them and enjoy them.