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| Placing A Decorative Rug: How To Achieve Maximum Results |
| Written by Lola Watchman |
| Saturday, 14 November 2009 08:27 |
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I used to go into my apartment rooms, stopped mid-stride and pondered on what seemed to be missing - my living room, den, bedroom and study looked fine to me, but there was something amiss that I couldn't put my fingers on until I went over to a friend's house for her birthday dinner. The realization dawned on me like a real Eureka moment. I was missing the art of rug decoration! Her place looked simple yet so refreshing, in that every room is different from the other - from formal to casual and cheery to artsy. She didn't have to change her wall paint or go crazy with the furnishings. All she had were pretty area rugs of various sizes, designs and colors. I chose to follow her example.
I used to go into my apartment rooms, stopped mid-stride and pondered on what seemed to be missing - my living room, den, bedroom and study looked fine to me, but there was something amiss that I couldn't put my fingers on until I went over to a friend's house for her birthday dinner. The realization dawned on me like a real Eureka moment. I was missing the art of rug decoration! Her place looked simple yet so refreshing, in that every room is different from the other - from formal to casual and cheery to artsy. She didn't have to change her wall paint or go crazy with the furnishings. All she had were pretty area rugs of various sizes, designs and colors. I chose to follow her example. Adorning a living space with a well-chosen rug can have an effect on the room's ambiance and people's impression, including yours. To better utilize a rug as an important decorative material, know some basic information on how to properly position a rug. There are actually no steadfast rules on how to really place rugs. It all boils down to which looks best for the room. However, there are certain ways to achieve maximum results. In placing a rug under a coffee table or a sofa, have two to three inches of space behind the table or the sofa's front area and have the back legs on the floor. If you have a big rug, placing the entire table or sofa on the rug is the way to go. Selecting a rug is not just based on its beauty and price. The rug size counts as well. It's an important factor to consider if you want your rug to fit in the room and match the over-all look of the place. Use a rug size which allows 8 inches of the floor to be exposed around it. Centralize your rug properly. Large rugs are often placed in the dining area - here, they should extend 24 inches beyond the edges of the table. This allows people to move their dining chairs around comfortably without moving off the rug area. Hexagonal or round shaped rugs are the best for such furniture set, particularly in a spacious room. Adjust the rug carefully that you won't have more than two feet of rug behind the chairs. Just enough and not too much is better to the eyes. Pause before you make up your mind about buying a large rug. Think about the size. Will the entrance door have enough clearance? Will the rug hinder any air vents or electric plugs? Make a checklist of all the details that can affect the placement of your rug. Planning ahead is the ONLY way to avoid mistakes. Remember, you cannot cut or modify the structure of the rug and a large rug is a heavy investment. If not placed well, the whole room's appearance can be adversely affected. Rugs are used everywhere - their unique qualities have made them very popular in homes all over the world. They are available in various colors, sizes and patterns to adorn any room, and if you place your rugs correctly, the beauty of your home will be greatly enhanced. About the Author: Rug decorating has never been this easy with these rugs. Be sure to take a look at these round braided area rugs for the latest information. |