The Many Uses of Area Rugs
Area rugs can play an interesting role in changing an entire room. The important thing is to think outside of the box! Not only are there so many sizes and shapes offered now days, but you see amazing new looks by layering your rugs in different areas of the house. An area rug placed on a diagonal in a room can give the illusion of spaciousness. Even if you have wall-to-wall carpeting, adding another rug on top of it at certain angles will not only give you the illusion of a larger room, but it also saves on the daily wear and tear of your existing carpet. In a large room grouping furniture around an area rug helps "ground" your furniture, and define a specific space. Place an area rug under your dining room table to add warmth to your space, but be sure to place a large enough rug so your chairs slide in and out on the rug without going off. About two additional feet on all sides should be sufficient. Another interesting idea is using a smaller area rug in your bathroom instead of bath mats. This can add continuity and interest to a large or small space. These days area rugs come in all shapes, sizes, patterns, and materials. All weather rugs can be brought inside for homes that have multiple children and or animals. Simply take them outside and hose off to clean, allow to dry, and return inside. For a more durable rug choose a hand-tufted wool rug. These rugs hold up to high traffic well and you can spot clean with your favorite rug cleaner when necessary and have it professionally cleaned once or twice a year. Whether you want a dramatic change to your space, or a subtle added warmth, and area rug can help get you started in the right direction.
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Rebecca Mischen enjoys writing about the unique products for sale on her web site at http://www.bedbathandhomedecor.com . She feels that the more information she can share with her customers about a product, the more knowledge they have to make a selection that is best for their home.
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