Are you using area rugs properly?

There’s no better way to bring a room together than to use a rug. It provides comfort, dampens sound, and can easily add a piece of contrast or complement to your decorating scheme. But it’s surprisingly easy to throw off a room when you use them incorrectly – read on to make sure you’re not making these common mistakes.

The most common and easiest mistake – getting the wrong size! Homeowners can be guilty of guessing that the size of rug that fits their needs while they’re in the store, so the best thing to do is to measure out exactly what you need and let that start your search.

Location, location, location! The best use of an area rug is to define an area, so be wary of going too small or too big. Think of what a space would be like when separated by walls and use those barriers as guidelines for how big your rugs should be. It helps create division in an open concept floor plan so that you get all the benefits of open flow without feeling like your space is cluttered.

Rugs can easily pose a hazard if they’re slipping and sliding all over the floor, and you don’t want to get injured. Rug pads cut down on the movement of a rug while also elongating their lifespan and adding extra cushion on your feet.

What’s comfortable in the living room might be a nightmare cleaning situation in the kitchen, so choose the correct rugs for each room of your house! Polypropylene rugs are durable and easy to clean, making them perfect for kitchens and high traffic areas. High pile rugs provide the comfort needed in bedrooms and living spaces, especially if you’ve got little ones who make frequent tumbles.

Don’t let grime build up on your rugs unless you’re in the business of viral Facebook videos. Give your rugs a wash with the rest of your spring cleaning and pay close attention to the cleaning instructions on the tag – it’ll make your rugs last longer and provide maximum comfort.

Make a rug from scratch with cotton piping

Make the rug that’s right for your space! With cotton piping, you can have something that’s budget friendly and works exactly for your space.