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Do's and don’ts related to a rug

Furniture has a significant place in the looks of interiors. The place where you will put your furniture has the ability to set the tone for your home.

Although there are umpteen rug shops, brick and mortar as well as online claiming big things about the quality of their rugs. But figuring out the best one for your needs can make you feel a bit sceptical. Here are some pros and cons that are linked with the right area rug which can make your way of choosing the perfect rug a bit smooth.

We’ll start with the rug size. Sometimes people are not able to judge the exact measurement of the rug size that they require. Buying a rug too small is a waste of money as it will not be able to make an impact in the room so double-check the size of the rug which you wish to place in the room or outdoors. By measuring the room or key pieces of furniture you can judge the exact size of the rug and order the closet to that measurement. In a few cases you may like to place all your furniture over the rug then a large area rug will be the best in that case. Again we want to remind you that a smaller or a bit bigger rug may make the room look awkward.

Make sure you have centred the rug if you have bought a larger one and have decided to place all your furniture over it. Leave about 18 inches of space around the edge as well as the rug. In case it is a smaller one then you can leave a space of 8 inches. However, the golden rule says to place your area rug in the centre.

In your bedroom, if you have a single bed then at least 12 inches of the rug must be showing on either side. Of course, you can go bigger with a double or king-sized bed, 18 inches approximately will be fine in that case. The importance lies in making the room look symmetrical to the eye.

For your hallways or the place where heavy traffic is expected make sure you have placed a rug or runner which is wide enough so that passers are able to walk fully over it. It's just not about the visual appeal but also eases the comfort of walking.

Patterns and colours of the rugs also hold importance in creating the desired look. They can club that playful element with your choice. You can change the rugs according to the mood of the house. For example, when the temperatures are rising in summers the lighter coloured rug will be fine that would bounce the light whereas for winters you may want to create warmth and cosiness in your room.

Spending over a handmade rug or a rug with intricate carving is the money you are investing in the long term. The value of antique rugs increases with each passing day so buy a handmade rug and keep it with you for a long time. And pass it on to your next generation as a treasured possession. One thing is required to make sure you clean them properly. If you have bought a real antique rug then taking the help of a professional rug cleaner can be useful.

One more thing, these days a lot of manufacturers are offering rugs of different shapes and sizes. They come in circular, semi-circular and oval shapes also. So decide the shape and visualise the look it is going to offer.

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