Choosing Rugs You Can Live With

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Deciding upon the perfect rugs for your home doesn’t have to be a headache if you do a little research first. Of course you will want to consider such things as whether the rugs will be in a high or low traffic area, whether it will be safe or a hazard for children or elderly, and also whether you have pets that might be inclined to add an extra dimension of wear and tear! For sheer beauty and glamour nothing fits the bill quite like a shag rug! Available in a huge variety of colors and textures, you might like a gorgeous white Flokati to set a mood of elegance if you have a spot that is relatively traffic free, as perhaps under a coffee table or in a special bedroom.

For great durability and softness you may want to look at wool shag designs. Often they come in the most lovely array of colors to go with any decor. These rugs do well in living areas such as a den or dining room. For strength and easy washing look for rugs of the cotton shag variety, also available in a plethora of colors to accent or compliment any room. Perfect for babies and small children, these versatile rugs can be popped into the washing machine or scrubbed with a light brush to look like new again.

It is hard to top braided rugs when trying to accomplish cozy and durable! Tough and beautiful, braided rugs are a popular choice for early American and traditional decor, especially where they are placed over lovely old (or new!) hardwood floors. The gorgeous color combinations speak of forest, sunrise, sunsets, flower gardens and so much more. These rugs do well in any room, even a kitchen and if there is a wood stove or fireplace nearby, so much the better! They wash up quickly and easily and retain their unique beauty for years. Rugs can make a lovely room a gracious one by carefully choosing texture and color that pulls your room together.

Whether your choice of rugs is shag, braided, or something else, take your time and choose wisely!