A Sampling of Dalyn Area Rugs Collections

Dalyn area rugs are quality products, which follow exacting product standards. The company is committed to offer rugs with fine-looking designs at an affordable price.

In 1979, Bill and Judy Adams founded Dalyn Rug Co. Today, it has become an industry leader in the home decor market. Dalyn rugs come in an array of textures, colors and styles. Superb design and craftsmanship define the Dalyn rug.

Dalyn manufactures and imports a wide array of area rugs. It offers an extensive choice of styles, materials and color palettes. Contemporary or traditional, in wool or polypropylene, these rugs are suitable for any room in a home. Part of the traditional line, the signature Dalyn Jewel Rug is hand-tufted using 100% wool. Wool, cotton and leather are some of the varied materials used in the making of Dalyn shag rugs. Their Casual Elegance Collection uses 100% premium nylon in rich colors. No matter what design, material, or type of rug you are looking for, you’re sure to find it with Dalyn.

Here is a selection of other Dalyn Area Rug collections:

Milano

Inspired by designs from one of the world’s fashion capitals, Milano features postmodern eye candy.  These artistically rendered area rugs come in eleven patterns.  Durability and easy maintenance make this area rug a lasting contemporary accent in any room.

Concepts

Forward-looking motifs are used in the Concepts Collection. Geometrics and curves in coordinated earthy tones create a look of unpretentious luxury. Wool and silk-like Viscos yarn are integrated into a plush cut pile construction. This area rug adds a touch of sophistication to any floor.

Imperial

Traditional aesthetics meets value for money in the Imperial Collection. These are finely detailed rugs made in a premium high-density weave of polypropylene and polyester fibers. The collection showcases the abrage yarn dying method, which gives each rug more than twenty color tints. Silky yarn highlights elaborate detail.  The Imperial Collection comes in a range of colors including red, burgundy, sage green, black, ivory, and chocolate.

Sports Time

These rugs offer sporty decor for bedroom floors or walls.  They’re perfect for the den or game room.  Sports Time rugs come in green, orange, and other sporty colors and are made of 100% nylon.  This collection is a grand slam for any sports fan.

Fun Time

The Fun Time Collection is a little girl’s delight. For bedroom or playroom, these fanciful rugs will make a bedroom or playroom a fascinating place. The Fun Time Collection comes in pink and is made of 100% premium printed nylon.

Heirloom

Craftsmanship sets the Heirloom Collection apart. Following a choice of fourteen classical rug designs, these will indeed become treasured heirlooms.  Colors range from traditional reds, blacks and ivories to contemporary chocolate and avocado green. These rugs are woven from a sophisticated blend of handspun New Zealand, Lincoln and Merino wools.

Tuscany

Art underfoot defines Tuscany.  These quality rugs come in a profusion of styles from conventional to contemporary. The Tuscany collection is crafted from four layers of cotton and rayon chenille.

These are only a few of the different styles and themes that Dalyn area rugs come in. They show the scope of imaginative designs, materials and processes that go into these quality products.  As the Dalyn Rug Company puts it “…the beauty goes way beyond the surface.”

Power-loomed or handmade, Couristan area rugs come in a range of extraordinary collections. Their power-loomed collections are imported from countries Belgium, Turkey, China and Poland. These are made from natural weaves, like wool, jute or cotton and synthetic fibers. The company has initiated the use of new processes and methods, giving them an industry edge.  Their power-loomed rugs come in a palette of 36 colors and are made in a choice of sizes and shapes for every environment.  Handmade Couristan Oriental Rugs are imported from China, India, Nepal and Pakistan.

The Couristan Rug Company abides by a principle held since the beginning of rug-making; that area rugs are not just utilitarian object but works of art. So Couristan rugs are designed to be heirlooms, valuable possessions made to last for generations.  They run the gamut from historic motifs, modernized Persian patterns, elaborate Orientals, to progressive themes and ‘green’ creations.

Here is a gallery of some popular Couristan area rug styles and makes.

Couristan Aruba Rug Collection

This collection evokes a tropical mood through vibrant colors. The Innovative drop-stitch and double point weaving techniques add lively textures and patterns. Aruba rugs are power-loomed in 100% heat-resistant polypropylene. These super-dense pile rugs have one million points of yarn per square meter.

Couristan Indo Natural Rug Collection

Indo Natural area rugs are hand-loomed.  The collection’s special feature is its construction. These are extra weighty pile rugs made of 100% pure natural wool. Geometric patterns come in neutral shades of taupe, dark beige, oatmeal, grey and chocolate brown.

Couristan Recife Rug Collection

This indoor outdoor area rug collection is a sturdy flat woven composition, ideal for the living room or the patio. Recife rugs are power-loomed from the company’s own Courtron™ polypropylene. This fiber is pet-safe, resists mold and mildew.

Natural shades combine to match the outdoors. The collection comes as runners in various shapes, rounds and squares. This collection is imported from Belguim.

Couristan Wool Rug Collection

Traditionally, wool has been the ideal material for rug-weaving. Wool fibers are strong.  This natural strength is the reason a rug can last for generations.

Couristan wool rugs have an excellent reputation in the industry. Collections such as the Super Indo-Natural Kasbah White Collections are made from 100% blended undyed natural wool in traditional patterns. The Soho Collections are abstract art handmade from 100% Bikaner wool. Their wool rugs are one of the reasons that for over 75 years Couristan, Inc. has been a powerful name in the area rug and broadloom industry.

Couristan Outdoor Rugs

These are specially made for the veranda, the patio and other high-traffic outdoor living spaces. Made of durable synthetic fibers, a Couristan Outdoor Rug is all-weather safe.  Colors complement outdoor furniture.

Couristan rugs discount coupons are available every week from selected stores online, making this favorite choice a budget-friendly one as well.  Now it’s easy to liven up any room in your home with Couristan Area Rugs.

Like all of the company’s products, Home Dynamix area rugs are made by accomplished artisans using select materials.  Home Dynamix began in 1986, established by the Evar Family. Within its first few years, it became the New York metropolitan area’s leading floor covering manufacturer.  A milestone in the company’s history was the purchase of a Bulgarian textile mill. Through years of developing its products, the company has remained committed to values the company has held since the beginning. A Home Dynamix Rug stands for uncompromising standards and inventive design.

Home Dynamix Evolution Rugs

One million points per square meter of the premium heat-set yarns go into each rug in the Evolution series.  This collection is a favorite of interior designers. This rug is hand-carved for detailed and luxurious effects. An Evolution rug brings a touch of artistry to every floor.

Home Dynamix New Generation Rugs

Skillfully detailed and tastefully tinted, New Generation rugs have youthful but enduring designs. A rug from this collection is contemporary in pattern but timeless in beauty. These rugs resist soil and other stains.  They won’t fade so the colors stay vivid.  Made of durable material, these area rugs are affordable and easy to maintain. They’re pet-safe as well.

Home Dynamix Natalie Rugs

Rich detailing and lush color distinguish the Natalie rug collection. From bold, progressive hues like of black and red, to old-fashioned shades of Ivory, Gold, and Green, this collection is chic but affordable. Power loomed of long-lasting polypropylene yarn, Natalie rugs resist fading, soil and other stains. Each rug comes in a choice of five sizes.

Home Dynamix Kidz Image Rugs

This collection features animated, playful colors and innovative patterns. These Home Dynamix rugs are sure to set your child in a wonderful mood.  They are made from 100% Poly Acrylic Cut and Loop Pile. Kidz Image rugs are made to be durable, to withstand the pitter-patter of little feet for many years. This collection is perfect for children’s bedrooms and playrooms.

Home Dynamix Catalina Rugs

This is a collection of luxuriant heavy-weight rugs detailed to show hand-carved effects. The collection features an eclectic set of fashion-forward designs. Made of 100% polypropylene yarn, a Catalina rug will easily be any room’s highlight.

Machine-woven or hand-tufted, a Home Dynamix rug is a fine addition to your home decor. From Evolution to Catalina, any choice from the Home Dynamix Area Rug collections will add beauty to any floor. From 100% wool to the new synthetic fibers, these are creations of lasting value.

It isn’t always possible to tackle an entire re-flooring project. Often times doing so would cost possibly thousands of dollars, not to mention a lot of time and inconvenience. However, you can improve the quality of your home at a fraction of the cost, and without the fuss. By adding accent rugs, you can add brightness and warmth to any room.

People have been using area rugs all over the world for thousands of years! There are a plethora of styles, designs, colors, and shapes that are available. When selecting a rug, it is a good idea to look at each aspect separately.

First, think about the size. The rug does not have to cover the entire floor, instead consider what area of the room should be covered and why. Be creative with the placement of furniture. The composition of a room can encourage friends and family to feel welcome.

The materials in area rugs can be divided into two groups; there are natural materials and synthetic. Some examples of natural materials are cotton, silk, and wool. Of these, wool is the most popular and for good reason. Being naturally stain resistant, it is very durable. It is also fire resistant without the use of added chemicals. Examples of synthetic materials include rayon and nylon. These are less expensive and can resist stains better than some of the more delicate natural rugs.

Overall color and patterning will be determined by your individual sense of style, however, be sure the rug will compliment the room it is intended for. Traditional patterns from Persia and Turkey are still available today, and have a calming feel to them. More modern designs are also popular, with a wide range of free flowing and geometric designs.

Researching floor rugs online will help you better compare both price and style. The right accent rug will add a sense of individuality and relaxation to your home. Have fun with your next creative flooring project!

a guest post by Jami Primmer

When it comes to adding a home bar, most people want this new gathering place to be both functional and also stylish. One way to make that happen is with your choice in bar sinks. There are just as many different types of bar sinks as there are any other kind of sink, but 3 types always come to the top in terms of popularity.

By far the most popular type is the stainless steel bar sink. There are obvious reasons for this. After all, stainless steel is the preferred choice for sinks in most other areas of the home like the kitchen and bathroom. The things that attracts all the attention for stainless steel are its classy looks and added health benefits. By that I mean the fact that bacteria cannot live on the surface of stainless for nearly as long as it can live on most other surfaces. This makes stainless very attractive to some people. the most popular type of stainless steel sink are the undermount type. the clean lines of an undermount sink make it the perfect type to use in combination with a stainless sink.

The next most popular type of bar sink are glass sinks. The bar is a small area and you will want to take any opportunity to add a touch of color and style to this area. In fact, the right sink can become the focal point of the entire bar area. Glass sinks can be found in any sink type but the most popular is definitely the glass vessel sink. The reason glass is so popular for vessel sinks is because with a vessel both the inside and outside of the bowl are visible and can really be shown off. Solid color glass sinks are a nice touch, but a glass mosaic sink can really add a feeling of fun to the bar area.

No matter which sink you choose for your home bar, remember that it should be stylish in addition to functional. The bar sink needs to wash glasses and perhaps small plates, but the workload is generally not all that much so you can afford to give up some function for that wow factor.

a guest post by Tameka Hoggatt

Sometimes it’s difficult to put your finger on what is missing from a room. What would take it from OK to outstanding? Hours may pass, and you still cannot think of what is missing.

Maybe your floor needs more zest?

Turning your home into a castle is easy when you know how to use area rugs.  What a great home accessory!

Online, you can see different kinds of rugs that will fit your lifestyle no matter how complicated you want your rug to be. In the product description you will see complete details of the rug including the dimensions, design, and what it is made up of. Walking won’t be necessary because you can be shopping at home for your great things at optimal prices.

Before selecting the floor covering of your choice, decide on where you would like to place it. For example, if you want it inside the living room, it should be in a large size. The design will be totally up to you. You can go for bold patterns or light colors for more spacious look and feel. In the bathroom you can place medium size area rugs that will match your bathroom’s theme. It is all about mixing and matching colors so everyone will definitely love the task. A busy pattern will also work well in traffic areas such as hallways and stairs. Dark-colored rugs will mask the dirt it received from numerous pairs of shoes that walked on them. Wall-art area rugs also do the trick if you want to save money instead of buying priceless paintings.

The proper placement on the floor is important. Always keep in mind that you should not place the edge of the rug too close to a doorway or any room entrance. That could just increase the incidence of tripping.

Any rug can be yours in just one click. You can be finished with your shopping in less than fifteen minutes.

by Jeanie Tietz

Shag rugs were the latest thing in the seventies, so it is a bit strange that they are so fashionable for interiors again, without having to be part of a retro look. You can still buy a shag rug in purple or orange, which looks exactly like a rug you might have had if you were around forty years ago, but you don’t need to have anything else from the seventies to make it look good at all. In fact, if you put a large rug with purple shag pile in the middle of a contemporary room, it will just look bang up to date.

While you can buy a shag rug that’s an exact replica of a rug from the hippie flower power days, you don’t have to. If you feel that purple or orange are a bit over the top for your room and you would prefer something a little more subtle, you have plenty of options. Shag rugs have had an update and are being made in new materials as well as traditional ones. These new materials include cotton and leather.

Cotton shag rugs are similar to rag rugs or hook rugs you may have had a go at making yourself. They are made by taking strips of cotton t-shirt fabric and knotting them onto a canvas backing material which is like a grid with holes, just big enough to take a thin strip of cotton. Most of them are made by machine these days however and today’s rugs are often washable, which is very useful if you have a messy family.

A leather shag rug is made in a similar way but with leather or suede strips instead of fabric. You might think that these rugs would be a little hard, but actually they have a very pleasant texture which feels good underfoot. Of course, leather rugs are a little pricier than cotton or even wool rugs, but they are worth it in order to have such a sophisticated piece in your home.

Karastan rugs are known for their beauty and durability. While maintenance of their premium worsted wool woven rugs is not difficult, it is certainly important to understand everything possible about Karastan rug cleaning in order to provide yourself with the longest living Karastan possible. If you’ve ever seen poorly treated area rugs, you know how distressed they can look. Avoiding unnecessary wear is entirely up to you.

The first and primary recommendation is to buy Karastan rug pads. Beneath every one of your beautiful and well paid for Karastan area rugs, you want a pad that will prevent the rug from slipping and sliding around. It is not just a safety precaution (which is also important). It is a basic in rug care. That slipping and sliding slowly wears down at the rug weave and can significantly shorten its life.

Secondly, take the few moments necessary to rotate your rug every six months. Repeated, set foot traffic and set sunlight patterns will slowly cause uneven wear and color fading. Occasional rotation will go far to slow that wear. Imagine one of those exquisite Karastan oriental rugs with an intricate and delicate design fading on the side next to the glass patio doors, and vibrantly alive on the other. A sad and unnecessary fate.

Thirdly, you must make sure that dust and dirt do not accumulate, working their way into the weave and tearing down at the beautiful textile. In the first year, vacuum your Karastan wool rug every two to three days. There will be a normal “fuzzing” on the surface that vacuuming will remove. After the first year, you might want to vacuum high traffic areas even more often than that.

Authorized Karastan rug dealers should be able to give you further care and maintenance instructions. When to call a professional rug cleaner and recommendations on whom to call may even be offered. Take their advice seriously, and act accordingly. Especially with reference to how to treat immediate spills and spotting. For example, never rub a spill. Use a spoon or blunt knife to pick up spills. Blot with paper napkins or paper towels until the spill is nearly dry. Use lukewarm water with your carpet shampoo. Only use recommended solvents and always follow the manufacturer’s directions. The Karastan rug company understands their wool and weave best. The instructions they provide are most important.

Taking the time to learn how to lengthen the life of your rug will ultimately lengthen your enjoyment of it. Make your Karastan carpet worth every penny.

Karastan is a superior carpet and area rugs manufacturer, with quality products and a strong role in sustaining our environment. Karastan carpets are woven to recover from footprints, spills, and other stains beautifully. Their guaranteed durability, softness, and easy maintenance mean that Karastan carpeting will last longer. This means less waste. Additionally, their products are woven. Woven carpets and rugs last twice as long as their tufted carpets, so the weave is an essential step in supporting environmental concerns. The Karastan wool carpet and polymer carpet are both produced from renewable or sustainable resources, a further statement towards environmental safety.

Karastan carpet reviews rave beautifully about this company’s products. The consumer comments further attest to Karastan durability, lushness, and beautiful dyes. Karastan truly has engraved its name into the eyes and minds of interior designers. Karastan has unique styles, designs, and color trends that are said to alter the entire atmosphere of a room.  As with any product you buy, one imperative thing to understand before complaining is what your product warranty actually means. Understanding things like “limited lifetime” and “stain resistance” might solve some problems before they arise. For example, “resistant” doesn’t proof against all stains.

Homeowner’s guides say that carpeting is the third most expensive purchase you will make in home décor. Karastan carpet prices certainly make no exception. Some people insist that you’re paying for a name, while others swear that Karastan is worth every penny. One way to lower the expense is to look for discount Karastan carpet dealers. Discount dealers don’t have to pay overhead for being on a main thoroughfare, or upkeep and design in showrooms, etc. They primarily sell to other Karastan carpet dealers. If you shop from online discount stores, you may find incredible deals. The caution to take is always ask and ask again about the carpet fibers, care, durability, warranty fine print, and what their costs include. But finding a beautiful Karastan carpet wholesale might truly make your day. Another option is to wait for a local carpet dealer’s Karastan carpet sale. The shop’s attempt to move in new stock may empty a gorgeous rug into your home.

Originally a carpet and rug manufacturer for residential needs, Karastan commercial carpet is also now on the market. Karastan contract carpet retains the same beautiful reviews for looks and durability. Their innovative design and production technology over the past 80 years have truly impacted the carpet industry.

Decisions about how to floor your home are monumental, life altering events. A house looks, feels, and simply is different based upon its flooring. Anyone notes the difference. Deciding between vinyl, wood, area rugs or carpet can be at least a little bit stressful. When you’re looking into carpeting, however, do be sure to consider the popular and reputable Stainmaster carpet.

Stainmaster carpets are known for their style, fiber quality, durability, and ease of cleaning. This company uses a series of exclusive fibers engineered for fullness, softness, and cleaning ease. Depending on your carpet priorities, any of their fiber choices will work beautifully in your home. Their fiber variety also allows for versatility in looks. You’ll be amazed at the designs that a luxury carpet can take on. Their carpets’ durability is designed to sustain all sorts of traffic an furniture rearrangements, as well. Stainmaster also warranties their fiber shield as resisting staining or soiling by most things. All in all, Stainmaster flooring has a great reputation in all spheres. Over time, the company has expanded beyond Stainmaster carpeting. With the intention to bring resilience, durability, and beauty into every room of your home, Stainmaster vinyl is available in tile, stone, wood, and plank patterns. You can find the perfect resilient or luxury flooring for the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room from their great selection.

Of course, their forte remains in the carpet. That being said, it’s easy to transfer quality manufacturing from the carpet to Stainmaster rugs. Their rugs carry the same name and reputation as their carpets, with an equal variety of styles, colors, shapes, and sizes.

Stainmaster carpet prices at authorized dealers can vary between $2 to $4 per square foot. Look for these authorized retailers to find the best quality and design choice in carpeting around. It is always best to actually visit the carpet showroom. Firstly, you’ll get a good idea of the softness of different fibers. Secondly, that’s where you’ll witness the true fullness of Stainmaster carpet colors and styles. There are hundreds to choose from.

You may be tempted to seek out discount Stainmaster carpet, which is entirely legitimate. Everybody is looking for great value. Do be aware, however, that carpet scammers exist. Just because a dealer tells you that you’re buying Stainmaster nylon fiber, doesn’t mean it’s true. You need to see the Stainmaster logo printed on the back of the carpet, and even better: make sure your sales agreement carries the correct fiber identification.

Maintaining the beauty of your area rugs is a continuous job. Sweeping, vacuuming, and wiping up spills immediately are the basics of daily rug care. But there will come a time when deep cleaning is necessary. Over time, dirt settles deep between the rug fibers and stains don’t always wipe away. So the question is, do you hire professional rug cleaners? Or do you do the job yourself?

There are a number of rug cleaner types. Powders, foams, bonnets, and shampoos are all commonly sold in the home cleaning section of your supermarket. They each have their pros and cons. Powders are great for small cleanups and deodorizing cleanups. Foams are used both at home and professionally, with varying levels of efficiency. Shampoos and bonnets are less effective cleaning solutions, but work for some rugs for some time.

If you’re looking for a serious, thorough, and safe job, however, rug steam cleaners are really the optimum choice. A rug steam cleaner sprays hot water at the rug to loosen dirt while a simultaneous vacuum wand absorbs it. You can get this cleaning done by a professional, or rent a vacuum to do it yourself.

Hiring a professional rug cleaner is a sensitive issue. A proper job can be fairly expensive. A tempting inexpensive job might not be thorough, at best. At worst, it might actually destroy your rug! For specialty rugs and pieces that you care about a lot, it is definitely worthwhile investing in braided, needlepoint, silk, and custom oriental rug cleaners. These professionals will guarantee thorough, sensitive work. You really don’t want less for your special rugs.

What about when your rug is not that high maintenance? Look into some high quality carpet and rug cleaners that you can use at home without too much cost. Capture rug cleaner, for example, has gotten rave reviews for simple and efficient cleaning. It’s a powder for small area cleaning. It is best to use primarily on high traffic areas or noticeable spills. Capture has put out a multi step kit that seems to work really well. Spray the mist, sprinkle the powder, brush it in, wait for the powder to work its magic, and vacuum it up. The longer you wait, the better the job done.

Hoover rug cleaners have put out an steam cleaner for home use. You can buy the steam vacuum for less than $150 and use it as often as you wish. It’s a great option for thorough, full area cleaning.

There are other products out there, as well. Do some comparative research, and then get to cleaning!

You know how it feel when someone rolls out the proverbial red carpet for you. Well, how about always having the carpet rolled out, in the form of stair runners. Elegantly furled out along your steps, it adds beauty and style to your home.

Stair rug runners will enhance your stair way and foyer. They will add a lot to your home, and project an air of sophistication. Stairs are often positioned in a prominent place in the center of the home, so the color and tone that the stair carpet runners project will be very important. Warm homey browns project a welcoming atmosphere, while reds and burgundy could be more formal. Whenever choosing your stair runner color scheme, make sure that it matches the walls and complements the furniture in the room.

One reason that people are skeptical about getting a carpet for the stairs is because it is hard to keep it clean. In a home where there is constant traffic on the stairs, staircase runners can easily get dirty and worn, so be very careful when choosing your stair carpet runner. If you have children or teenagers in your home, darker colors are a smart choice. If you decide to choose lighter color, keep in mind that you will not enjoy being constantly vigilant when your children are around the stairs, and they will not appreciate the nagging. So choosing darker colors is the easy and practical way out. You can choose beautifully matched darker colors, while not compromising on the decor. It is also important to get a high quality rug, because you don’t want it to appear worn out or used after only a short time. Good quality stairs runners can last you well for many years, so it may be worth it to spend more in the beginning and buy better quality, then spend less at first for inferior quality and wind up having to replace it sooner.

Another idea to take into consideration is the installation of your stair runner rugs. Be sure that they are installed very securely so you won’t have anyone tripping on their way up or down the steps. You also don’t want the stairway runners to become bunched up or crooked, as that would negatively effect the whole appearance, beside for being a real safety hazard.

Your stair runners will turn your nice home into a beautiful one. You’ll feel like a queen with the carpet rolled out for you, so go ahead and enjoy. You deserve it.

Rug Runners are a simple yet effective way to change the face of any room. This technique both enhances and improves a room’s ambiance, and lends a welcoming atmosphere. A rug runner is both a cost effective and foolproof way to redesign any room in your home. You can choose from a great selection of rug runners, and find one that suits your personal tastes and preferences, without compromising on style and quality.

Kitchen Rug Runners

Take your kitchen for example. The easy placement of a kitchen rug runner will give the room a homey and warm tone. Whether it’s cooking dinner for your family, or making your child a birthday cake, a well placed rug will surely make your time spent there more relaxed and enjoyable. When choosing one for your kitchen, remember to pick colors that will conceal any accidental spills.  This way, you can keep it looking spic and span, even if the rest of your kitchen isn’t.

Stair Runner Rugs

Runner rugs can greatly improve the appearance of your foyer, and lend an air or sophistication to your home. If your staircase is opposite your front door, it is the first thing that a guest will see upon entering.  Make sure to choose a practical color scheme that both reflects and projects the tone in your home.  But the benefits will be far more than just good looks. Carpeted stairs means less slips and less impact for all of those trips upstairs and down.

Wool Rug Runners

Your den or family room will give project a cozy atmosphere with a choice wool rug runner.  If you prefer a more sophisticated look for a room in your home, an Oriental rug runners are a great option. When well placed, it makes all of the difference in a room, and can take the overall decor of your home up from “nice” to richly elegant.

Area Rug Runners

Even the simple placing of a small area rug runner can do wonders to a room. These are great options for concealing parts of the floor that have become worn from daily wear and tear. This not only cost effective, but it also gives you the option to “remodel” any room, without the fear of not knowing how the final product will look. You can choose according to your style and taste, and have it placed exactly where you want.

A standard room can become a beautiful one with the placement of a rug runner that both matches the color scheme of the walls and has the tones and hues that reflect the atmosphere you wish to create. Sometimes it is the smaller changes that make the greatest difference in home decor.   Upon seeing your home with the addition of these unique area rugs, you will surely ask yourself why you have not made these simple changes sooner.

Buying the right accent rug seems like it should be a simple task, but in actuality there are so many shapes, styles, and area rug designs that the whole ordeal can easily become overwhelming. One easy decision to make early on, however, is what shape of rug you’d like best. Some rooms need sharp edges, some would do better with some curves. An oval rug does much to soften a room overdone with squares, rectangles, and corners. Oval rugs beneath coffee tables, oval dining tables, in the nooks of bay windows; these are only a few ideas. The circular shape is more warm and welcoming than a rectangle, and fits better than a circle in long or wide spaces, since it itself is elongated.

Oval area rugs may not be found in the same diversity of designs as other rug shapes, but there are still more than plenty to choose from. Contemporary oval rugs with stripes, classic florals, futuristic geometrics, and Persian style rugs, are all available options.

Oval braided rugs have a truly exceptional warmth. Aside from the soft shape, braiding brings a new level of homey coziness unique to this style. Whether you choose bright or muted colors, the variation of shades inherent to braided rugs will come alive in your living space. Use your imagination. Large oval rugs can actually be the centerpiece of your entire living room.

Oval shag rugs compete with the braided style for the warmth that they offer. Other than that, they are a completely different look. A shag rug is inviting like a bear’s hug or a shaggy dog to ruffle. The tufting on shag rugs, whether wool oval rugs in shag or cotton shags, feels great to sink your toes into. Anywhere from the rec room to the bathroom, shag rugs make you say, “yummm.”

Oval kitchen rugs make an otherwise very practical room more inviting. All the designs are available, from stripes to florals to fun patterns and prints. The main thing you’ll want to know about your kitchen rug is that it is very washable!

Oval Oriental rugs are a sophisticated and intricate style really more suitable for decorative purposes. At the bottom of a staircase, in entryways, beneath a coffee or dining table; your Oriental rug should never appear in the bathroom, kitchen, or patio. Or anywhere you throw a beer bash. A quality Oriental rug should have thick yarn with high knot content. And cost a pretty penny. Oval Persian rugs are similarly somber, usually with a more complicated set of patterns and designs than Oriental. In these rug styles, it truly is purely a matter of taste. And class!

The most important thing to know? Your oval area rug should bring life and softness to your home.

When we think of rugs, the first thing that comes to mind is your typical rectangular Oriental rug. Or perhaps a country style rag rug. But there’s a different option altogether, and that is round area rugs. A round area rug is a step away from the traditional rectangle. Rugs don’t have to have angles, and there are a lot of benefits if they don’t.

First of all is the atmosphere. The less right angles in a room, the more calming it is. So round rugs really help to make a room a more tranquil, relaxing place.

Second is the design aspect. Contemporary round area rugs come in a wide variety of styles, colors, and sizes, and the right one can really open up a room and make a statement. If you’re not looking for a fashion statement, a round rug can make a small room look larger, and can also give a room a more homey feel.

You’ll also want to consider the material. While round wool area rugs might be the first thing you think of, there are other natural options like silk, cotton, sisal, or bamboo. But there are also manmade materials such as viscose, rayon, or nylon. Synthetic materials are often more stain resistant, easier to clean, and more sturdy to wear and tear, so think about both the way it will look and the kind of traffic it will be getting when making your decision.

As with any rug purchase, there will be a wide range of prices. If you are looking for a beautiful round Persian rug, a rug store will be able to help you, but expect to pay a nice penny. On the other hand, discount round area rugs are easily available online.

Whatever size, style, or material you choose, you’ll be glad you decided to do it. Round area rugs are always an unusual but welcome addition to your home– one that will keep your family happy, and your visitors complimenting.

The worst decision a person could possibly make is to place a rug that can’t be washed in the way of visitors’ feet. Even a home where people take their shoes off outside the front door suffer spills, pet shedding, and yes, that occasional shoe that makes it indoors. Washable rugs are a must. Even better? Machine washable rugs.

You probably wonder, however, if washable area rugs are going to add any style to your décor. Perhaps they’re all drab, stiff, even unsightly? Shed those fears. You can find beautiful, elegant, colorful, plush washable throw rugs and area rugs for any room you desire. Indoor, or outdoor! Today’s technology allows carpet and rug manufacturers to weave and tuft their textiles to achieve durability, washability, and beauty. No need to compromise.

Washable accent rugs for the living, dining, or recreation area are a simple and inexpensive way to spice up that empty floor, while simultaneously protecting your pretty hardwood floors. Try finding accent rugs that draw on colors present in the existing décor. If you like a deep color that is used minimally in your curtains or in the table centerpiece, take advantage of an accent rug to emphasize that color’s beauty. Don’t worry about foot traffic. Remember, it’s washable!

That hallway quite possibly gets more walking done through it than any other room of the house. From kitchen to bedrooms to living rooms to front door… You can easily protect your floors, and save from mopping, by spending a little on washable runner rugs. A rug that runs the length of your entryway and also be popped in the washer will be such a relief. Not to mention, a touch of luxury.

In the wettest, dirtiest, muddiest rooms of the house, you’d be nearly crazy not to get yourself one of these. Washable bathroom rugs and kitchen rugs are such an easy way to collect that splashing, dripping water that would otherwise track around the house. Placing a small rug next to the sink for washing dishes is ingenious. A rug fitted to the toilet or for stepping out of the shower…please tell me you’ve thought of this already. The right bathroom rug will actually add some inviting warmth to the cold tiles.

Washable braided rugs are very stylish, and can be use in almost any room. A washable shag rug may suit the comfort of a relaxed living room or home rec room. Whatever the weave, style, or design, do get yourself some to up the comfort, ease, and enjoyment of your living space.

Take a look around in any fashion magazine or interior design portfolio. Whether we’re talking clothes or furniture, black is the go-to color, and it’s easy to understand why. Black, as they say, goes with everything. A little black dress with a string of pearls adds up to instant elegance, and a black dining table set or accent piece can immediately transform a room into the height of home fashion. So it’s easy to understand why black rugs are so popular. It just goes along with that whole “black is beautiful” concept right?

Yes and no. A black rug in the right home and setting can be stunning, but there are definite pros and cons to using black area rugs. If conditions aren’t right, it could end up being an eyesore so let’s take a minute to talk about when a black rug is right, and when it isn’t.

Who lives in your house?

If you’ve got more than just a couple of adults under your roof, than you might want to think twice about getting a black area rug. Pets, especially the kind who shed (think of a white Persian cat, or a golden retriever) can turn the most beautiful black Oriental rugs into fur collection. Black shows everything, and light colored hair in particular will stand out from a mile away.

If you have children, you’ll have the same concerns. No, kids don’t shed– at least they don’t shed fur. But they do tend to leave trails of pretzel crumbs, popcorn pieces, and spit up behind them. All of which will show up on a black rug of course.

Where are you putting it?

The purpose of the room where you’re putting the rug will play a big part in whether or not it will work well. For example, black bath rugs are a great choice, as there is little to be concerned about besides water drops falling on it. And of course, black and white is a classic bathroom color scheme.

Black kitchen rugs on the other hand won’t fare as well. Again, there are plenty of colorful crumbs around that will stand out on that black canvas like a sore thumb. And the fact that it’s a high traffic area won’t help either.

What works?

Black shag rugs are one option that can work very well in most settings. This is because the depth of the fibers will block most dirt from showing, as it will just sink to the bottom and out of view.

If you don’t have kids or pets, black and white rugs are a great choice for the living room floor. A zebra-styled rug will turn an otherwise simple room into a chic and fashionable setting, but make sure to clean it regularly. With careful consideration to placement and style, a black rug can be a spectacular choice.

Rugs have a very powerful influence on the look of a room. From a purely functional point of view, they add warmth, padding, and protect the floor. But in terms of design, the right rug can take a regular room and turn it into a masterpiece. One of the most striking ways to do this is with red rugs.

Whether your home is more modern or traditional in design, adding a red area rug to just about any room can be a great improvement. The color red has a powerful affect, and even a small red rug can make a smashing statement.

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One great look you could experiment with to have a red rug be the centerpiece of an otherwise quiet room. White furniture with clean lines, and smooth white plastered walls make a perfect canvas for red area rugs. Drape a red afghan over a white couch to catch the eye and maximize the affect of the rug. Add a black vase or clock to the room, and you have a striking modern look that is both energizing and relaxing.

Even if you aren’t ready to redecorate an entire room, you can still improve on a more functional room by using red rugs. Red bath rugs are a great choice paired with a small red bowl of potpourri, and will add warmth to any bathroom, particularly in the cold winter months. Red kitchen rugs can be used to make a kitchen feel more homey, particularly when placed under a kitchen table, or when the kitchen sports stainless steel appliances.

In the holiday season, red wool rugs are a traditional favorite. Laying down red runner rugs along a staircase and decorating the banisters with holly leaves and pine cones creates a warm holiday look that spreads the season’s cheerful mood.

Another unusual idea is to step away from the traditional rectangular look and to grace your floors with round red rugs. Opting for round rugs can make a small room look larger, and also soften up the harshness that all the right angles in most furniture introduces to a room.

The choices are endless. Whether you want the sturdy practicality of red braided rugs, or the fluffy luxury found in red shag rugs, by choosing a rug that is red you will be able to achieve a look that makes a not so subtle statement.

An exciting new trend in home fashion is to abandon the closed walls of living and salon areas for the fresh beauty of outdoors…and make the outdoors as homey and inviting as indoors. Comfortable patio furniture, small bar tables, deck lights… what’s missing? Outdoor rugs complete the picture. Indoor outdoor area rugs that bear heavy wear and outdoor weather yet are still soft, attractive, and easy to care for will create the perfect atmosphere for relaxing and entertaining on that patio, deck, or pool side.

There are a number of outdoor rug styles, each with hundreds of designs to choose from. Here are some popular ones:

Handmade Indoor Outdoor Rugs
Handmade rugs are the most expensive style, but well worth what you pay for. The depth, detail, and vivid color variety are unmatched by their machine made counterparts. Soft, long lasting, and truly exquisite, a handmade indoor outdoor rug will sweep anyone off their feet.

Machine Made Outdoor Patio Rugs
Machine made rugs are significantly less expensive, lighter weight, yet have comparable durability to the handmade rugs. Usually. Colors tend to be slightly more muted, and designs are more block patterned. They are machine printed designs, you know.

Outdoor Bamboo Rugs
A true feeling of the simple outdoors, with full lines of bright colors to liven your outdoor relaxation space. Bamboo doesn’t stand the same wear and tear, so be warned: these are not to be left outdoors full time! Also, make sure you buy bamboo rugs with a non slip rug pad attached.

All Weather Outdoor Rugs
Outdoor “mats,” can be made from recycled plastic, with amazing Persian rug styles, floral designs, Southwestern motifs, geometric patterns…they clean up with a garden hose and live up to all weather.

The outdoor sisal rug is a new line to consider as well. Sisal used to be only for the indoors; it would absorb moisture, fade, and wear easily under the sun. Manufacturers have taken the durability and resilience of natural sisal into the outdoors, however, for long lasting beauty.

Outdoor Braided Rugs
Stain resistant and reversible, braided rugs also wash super easily, are soft, and incredibly durable versions of the solid color outdoor rugs. Different braiding techniques and directions give varying textures, all great looking on that patio deck.

When buying your fashionable outdoor rug, remember to look for durability and softness. If you can purchase with warranties, that is by far the best option. Color palettes taken from the outdoor elements are beautiful and safe bets; browns, greens, blues, and floral colors you find in your own backyard area will bring your outdoor room truly into the outdoors.

When you hear “carpet remnants,” you think “unwanted scraps.”  Believe it or not, while carpet remnants are scraps, they are certainly not unwanted.  There are chains of carpet remnant stores dedicated solely to selling to very eager buyers.  What do these buyers want them for?  Carpet systems are a fortune, so using carpet remnants allows people to carpet their home without draining their entire budget.

Yet carpet systems are not the only use for remnants.  A carpet remnant may be the perfect design choice to decorate your home.  A good artist can take an otherwise undesirable medium and turn it into true beauty. Remnant carpets can be that medium.

For example, wall hangings.  You’ve seen rugs hanging as tapestries, now you’ll see carpets doing the same.  A great looking carpet piece may be enough in itself.  Looking for something more creative?  Find yourself some cheap carpet remnants, a carpet knife, a safe place for cutting and some very strong glue. 

Cut a background piece: rectangle or square.  Then, from the different carpets remnants, cut different shapes and glue them on for an effect reminiscent of decoupage; only without the shellac glue layering on top.  If you have fabric paints, you can create your own designs on the pieces, as well!  For the very brave, you can begin with room size carpet remnants as the background piece.  One wall of the room will be committed to your work of art.

A more common idea would be using area rugs or a hall runner.  To jazz it up, you can take smaller pieces of carpet remnant and have them bound together for a quilt effect.  Carpet remnants can also be cut for interesting picture framing, covering exposed surfaces of old bookshelves or mantelpieces.  Even throw pillows for the sofa can be made from some very plush carpet pieces.

Obviously, free carpet remnants are the most appealing.  Keep your ears out for friends and neighbors who are carpeting their homes; ask them for their remnants.  Look for signs in the newspaper like “Carpet Remnant Sale” and “Discount Carpet Remnants.”  Call a nearby carpet remnant outlet or warehouse.  Compare prices.  Ask about warranties.  Aim for the best.  Bound carpet remnants last longer.  There are also places to buy carpet remnants online, though you’ll never see the merchandise before you buy it.

This may be the most exciting artistic choice you’ve made for your home yet.  Experiment, and enjoy!