Flooring - Area Rug Accents

Compliment wood flooring with the use of area rugs. We generally think of such coverings as small and brightly colored, that adds a splash of color and pattern to our rooms.

Coverings can be any size, and they come in many different shapes and colors.

They can be the focal point in the room and they help in dividing a room into such areas as reading corners or sitting areas.

It often helps to bind a color scheme together, tying together different elements in the room, such as window treatments, upholstery and walls.

Your floors will usually be the foundation of your design, the addition of area rugs will define what each area of the room will be used for such as, separating a group sitting area, from a reading corner.

Area Rug - Styles & Fabric

living room with wood floors and area rug

Before buying, decide what purpose the covering will serve in your home, have certain colors, sizes, shapes and styles in mind.

Area, persian or oriental - create a warm atmosphere and adds depth to laminate or hardwood. Dark colors tend to make a room feel cozier, while a light color will make a room feel more spacious.

Braided Rugs were first made in Early America from saved scraps of fabric, yarn, and worn-out quilts. They range in color from pastel to earth tones to primary colors. Patterns include stripes, plaids, florals and folk. They have so many benefits, including how well they will blend into any room in your home, they are also a healthy choice, because they are so easy to clean.

Your floors will usually be the foundation of your design, the addition of area rugs will define what each area of the room will be used for such as, separating a group sitting area, from a reading corner.