So you ve bought all your furniture for your home. You ve hung your curtains, plugged in the new lamps and even set out a fresh vase of flowers. You look around and your space is still missing something. Rugs are often the last thing you add to a new space, but they can be very transformative to any room in your home. You can even change the look of an existing space with a new rug! Here are our best tips for choosing and placing rugs in your home:
Measure and Choose the Appropriate Size
Choosing the correct rug size is one of the most important steps in the purchasing process. While a smaller rug may be a cheaper option, a larger rug may be more suitable for your particular room. For instance, bedrooms are great spaces for wall-to-wall rugs. A larger rug in a bedroom will make your room a retreat and more conducive to sleep. Can t find a big enough rug? Choose two and place them symmetrically in your space!
Consider Your Rug s Material
Where are you choosing to place this rug? If you re considering a rug for an entryway or bathroom, you ll want to choose a more durable and washable fabric. For dining areas or formal living spaces, choose a more luxury fabric than you would in high traffic spots.
Solids Vs. Patterns
There are many elements to consider when choosing whether your space needs a solid or patterned rug. If you have patterned upholstered furniture or a busy design on your window treatments, opt for a fun pattern for your floor! Be sure to consider the pattern and the arrangement of your furniture. If the rug has a large pattern on it, make sure there aren t crucial designs that are covered with furniture. Solid colored rugs work best to make a room more comfortable from the designs that already exist. Make your bedroom cozier by adding a large, solid colored area rug.
Explore Rugs in All Spaces of Your Home
Don t limit rugs to living areas and bedrooms. Think about how rugs can bring together different spaces. Establish your home s personality with a fun exciting entryway rug. Run a long hallway with a runner rug. Create a cozy corner of your patio with an area rug. The options are endless!
Ask our designers in store how to choose the perfect rug for your home.