House And Garden Talk

Developing A New Style At Home With Area Rugs

August 4th, 2009 | by Hilarry Benson |

Area rugs are a great way to change the look of your home, especially since there are styles that can be mixed and matched for a unique look that will make any room into a cozy place for relaxing, entertaining or just enjoying family. The styles that you choose will have a big impact on the rooms that they are installed in, but these tips can help you make the perfect choice no matter what kind of decor is already in your home.

Modern Styles

Contemporary area rugs are available in different colors. Abstract may be associated with paintings, but surprise! Abstract colors are also available in contemporary area rugs. The shapes also steer away from the traditional rectangular form. Contemporary rugs have gained a following with their sought after oval and square shapes. Geometric patterns are also a trademark of contemporary area rugs, great for drawing attention and providing a focal piece in a room.

Classic

The traditional style is a flexible type suitable to almost any room. Floral pattern is a popular traditional style, ideal for a country theme. Light colored rugs in plain design is another look of a traditional area rug, as well as richly-colored rugs that can enhance a dark or light flooring.

Traditional rugs usually have fringes at the perimeters. They may often be neglected when washing the rugs but it doesn’t really take much effort in doing so. Just wash the rug in warm water and detergent and spruce the fringes with a soft brush or sponge.

Rug Pads

Rug pads are often used for bathroom rugs, as this prevents slipping accidents caused by wet and slippery floors. However, rug pads have gone beyond the bathroom territory. Hardwood, marble and ceramic floorings also make use of rug pads to avoid any accidents and to secure the rugs firmly on the floor.

Hand-woven rugs

Handmade rugs are highly regarded in the rug world for their embellishments, the materials used and most especially, how they are skillfully made. Many rug manufacturers offer customized handmade rugs to fit a home theme. Hand-hooked and woven rugs are just some types of handmade rugs offered by companies and online stores.