{"id":629,"date":"2020-12-12T15:11:45","date_gmt":"2020-12-12T20:11:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.matterbrothersfurniture.com\/blog\/?p=629"},"modified":"2020-11-18T12:44:37","modified_gmt":"2020-11-18T17:44:37","slug":"tips-choosing-perfect-area-rug-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.matterbrothersfurniture.com\/blog\/2020\/12\/12\/tips-choosing-perfect-area-rug-space\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Perfect Area Rug for Your Space"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Area rugs aren&#8217;t just practical. They&#8217;re intimate. They&#8217;re decor. Not only will a well-placed area rug provide balance and harmony to your space, but it will also offer color, texture, and warmth on cool mornings. <span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/www.matterbrothersfurniture.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Choosing what area rug<\/a><\/span> should complement your space takes some thought. Think about what you want your rug to accomplish. Ask yourself if you want to make an artistic statement or if you simply need something functional.<\/p>\n<h2>Room Size, Material, and Durability Matter<\/h2>\n<p>Consider room size, what kind of furniture you have in the space, and how much foot traffic the room gets. Material that works in high traffic areas includes wool and nylon. Cotton rugs and natural fibers like jute and sisal are more suited to lower traffic areas.<\/p>\n<p>Wool area rugs are known for their durability. If you invest in one, you can expect it to last for years. Wool&#8217;s texture is not only soft but is a snap to clean due to its natural <span class=\"spelling\">stain repellant fibers.<\/span>\u00a0It&#8217;s also a great choice for those with respiratory issues since wool does not harbor dust mites. This makes\u00a0<span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/characteristicsofwool-1.pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">wool a popular choice<\/a><\/span>\u00a0for homeowners.<\/p>\n<p>Nylon rugs are soft, yet durable and easy to clean. Nylon fiber absorbs colors more easily than wool, making for some beautifully patterned rugs that can spark up any room in your home.<\/p>\n<p>Low pile cotton rugs tend to be machine washable. Natural jute and sisal rugs are not as stain-resistant and can be tougher to keep clean. All can be used in high traffic areas, but work best in bedrooms and home offices where there&#8217;s less chance for stains, wear and tear. These rug materials aren&#8217;t soft under your feet, but many consider the fact that, since they are made from renewable fibers and are biodegradable, they are an eco-friendly trade-off they can live with.<\/p>\n<p>Other tips for choosing an area rug include understanding what constitutes standard sizing, how to measure space for an area rug, and how to place the rug in your space so that it enhances your decor.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Area Rug Sizes and Shapes<\/h2>\n<p>Area rugs tend to come in several convenient sizes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2&#8242; x 3&#8242; or 3&#8242; x 4&#8242; are considered small area rugs<\/li>\n<li>4&#8242; x 6&#8242; to 5&#8242; x 8&#8242; fall in the medium range (note that 6&#8242; x 9&#8242; is no longer standard)<\/li>\n<li>8&#8242; x 10&#8242; to 9&#8242; x 13&#8242; are for larger spaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Area rugs can be rectangular, round, or used as a runner. Measuring for size and shape isn&#8217;t an exact science, but there are <span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.effortless-style.com\/2010\/07\/decorators%E2%80%99-handbook-how-to-pick-rug-sizes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a few design rules to abide by<\/a><\/span>\u00a0when deciding what area rug would be perfect for any given space in your home.<\/p>\n<h2>Measuring a Space for an Area Rug<\/h2>\n<p>You want your area rug to make sense in your space. Two of the most common issues with area rugs is that they are too small and are placed improperly under furniture.<\/p>\n<p>First, you need to decide what you want your rug to accomplish. Do you need it to ground the conversation in <span class=\"spelling\">your living room or<\/span>\u00a0to protect your flooring under your kitchen table? Do you want your area rug to change depending on your whim or the change of holiday or season?<\/p>\n<p>You have many options. Some prefer to measure the space where the area rug will go by laying it out with masking tape to get a visual of how it will look. Others measure room size and deduct the recommended one to two feet of floor space that should surround your area rug in larger rooms and eight to 10 inches in smaller rooms. You don&#8217;t want the look of wall-to-wall carpeting.<\/p>\n<p>Second, furniture legs should rest on the rug. That means in\u00a0<span class=\"spelling\">the living room, the<\/span>\u00a0front of the couch and chairs should rest on the rug. Don&#8217;t feel that you have to center the rug in the middle of the room under a coffee table. One good rule to remember is that larger rugs can make your room feel larger, not smaller. If you use an area rug in your kitchen, the entirety of your table and chairs should fit on the rug even when you push back your chair to leave the table. Always use rug backing to ensure that your rugs aren&#8217;t trip hazards, especially runner rugs in hallways.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>These are just a few tips for choosing an area rug. You can find all of these trends in our showroom. Don&#8217;t hesitate to visit us at one of our 5 convenient locations or <span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/www.matterbrothersfurniture.com\/contact-us.inc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact us for more information<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Area rugs aren&#8217;t just practical. They&#8217;re intimate. They&#8217;re decor. 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