RugSale.com - Match not - want not

You remember prom? How cute it was to have his cumberbun match your mauve dress? Or her hair match the bandanna on your leg? You know who you are - Ralph Macchio wasn't the only one.

In the decorating world, matching is a sign of shaky confidence in one's decorating abilities. It sends you back to safe harbors where you know that if everything is pink, it will look okay. Guess what - it won't. It will remind your family and friends of prom - and that bad perm too.

The rugs you own should be the foundation of your home (big or small) and not the afterthought. The best possible scenario is to get the rugs first and then the rest of the room can go from there - trying to shoehorn a rug style into a room that doesn't work is often a source for disaster and misery.

Here are some simple suggestions that will help deal with your desire to match your rugs with everything else.

1.) Treat black like a canvass. Do not purchase a solid color rug  - it's the first thing you will notice that collects all the debris and dirt. But if you are looking for a darker tone, you can use a dark or even black tone that is laced with beige or mauve. Black accents often pull character out of the rug and give it a great dimenion. Most modern rugs are designed in this fashion - such as Momeni's Andy Warhol collection or Shaw's Accents collection.

2.) Traditional rugs are your friend. Just because mom owned one doesn't mean you should avoid them - you're a grown up now, make your own choices. Traditionals are great for dining rooms, hallways and even the kitchen. The right rug can change the entire look of the room. Look for burgundy, ivory, and navy rugs from manufacturers such as 828 International or Kas's Cambridge collection.

3.) Braided Rugs are great for the front door, bathroom or sunroom. Places where there is often a lot of sunlight and/or ambient light. They are often pastels and lighter designs, so you can take heart that the rug is naturally that color. Anji Mountian Bamboo rugs have some good examples of this as well as Colonial Mills Seascape collection.

Use these suggestions as a starting point to build your own look. Stay away from the matchey-match of high school and be more open with colors and styles in your home. It's the best way to enjoy home without having to remember high school for another year - and the perm and bandanna too. :)

Choosing a Perfect Eco Friendly Rug

Rugs are the most important part of the interior décor of your room. They are a great way to add personality and color to any room. There are environmental concerns associated with rugs and their creation, as discussed in the previous post, because of these concerns eco-friendly rugs are now available. Here are some tips for you to keep in mind while choosing a perfect eco-friendly rug for your room.

1.Buy rugs which are made from natural fibers. Resource-intensive products such as petroleum by-products should be avoided. The backing should also be made from natural fibers, and environment friendly adhesives.


2.Check out the chemicals with which the rug has been treated. The chemicals which are used to treat rugs to make them stain resistant and more durable also cause environmental damage. The less chemicals the rug is treated with, the more eco-friendly it is.

3.Look for the recycle logo; choose companies which recycle old rugs to manufacture new ones but keeping chemical treatment in consideration. Rugs which are recycled are also helpful for a clean environment.

4.Never compromise with design and décor of your room. Find an eco-friendly rug which fits your room the best, that’s where Rugsale.com comes in with a vast variety of eco-friendly rugs.

Choosing the Right Rug for Your Room

It could be quite frustrating choosing the right rug with the large variety of rug sizes and with some different from the other with just a mere inch. But selecting the right rug size is easy once you can see the difference. Sizing the rug to fit your room the right way will make it more comfortable, better define its purpose and save your hardwood & laminate floors from damaging wear and scratches.











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Floor Space
To make a room look proportioned, most people feel that they should leave at least 18”(45cm) of the bare floor around the rug. If the room is small, it can be less than 18”(45cm) and this applicable to halls and the foyer. But it is best that you take a look at your room and figure out how much area you want a rug to cover. If you want to showcase your beautiful hardwood floor, you may want to go for a smaller area rug just to add a little color or warmth to the room.











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Plan around your Furniture
Before you determine the size of your new area rug, you should arrange your furniture first. If you want a large area rug for your living room, all the legs of your furniture should be resting on the rug for a more “pulled together” look. Do not put your furniture on the rug anymore if it is not enough to cover the whole area. Place the rug instead on the center and arrange the furniture around it.













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Do not place a rug under your dining table if the chairs will appear half on and half off. A small rug will make the dining room crowded and uncomfortable. It will also allow the chairs to scratch the floors. The right size rug allows your guests to sit comfortably & increases the room’s visual appearance. This also protects your floors, avoiding costly refinishing expenses













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For a rug to look balanced in the bedroom, it should extend beyond the sides of a King or Queen size bed for at least 18”(45cm) and for a Full or Twin bed, 12”(30cm). It also depends on your room size but you should never go smaller with the rug extension.

Measure the room
To make it the decision easier in choosing a rug size, you should measure your room. Using tape measure. Decide which part of the floor you want covered and how much of the floor you want to show. Some people prefer to place rugs in the area where there is heavy traffic. You can also place a rug under the coffee table to make it the focal point of the living room. Bring the measurements to the store with you. You may not find a rug that measures exactly but at least you can have an idea of the size that you need.

There are really no rules of thumb in choosing the right-sized rug but these tips can help in your decision making process in choosing the right area rug for your home.

RugSale.com presents - Helping Your Rugs Last

Keeping your Area rug , Persian Rug or Silk Carpet in tiptop condition is quite easy. When it comes to keeping them cleaned and well-maintained,all you have to do is carry out some basic area rug care every once in a while. Do not let your rug dertioriate into a rubbish pile. Each area rug is a valuable piece of work and with adequate care,it will maintain its look and value for several years.

One simple but important tip is to keep your rug away from direct sunlight. This preventive tip will keep your rug from fading over time. This might not be always possible but you can use curtains or blinds to keep the sun away. But if this really can’t be avoided, what you can do is rotate your rug every once in a while so that the fading would be equal for all parts of the carpet. Do the same if your rug or carpet gets a lot of foot traffic, especially when its placed in a hall or walkway. Turn it at a 90 degree angle every once in a while so that the wear is equally distributed throughout.

If you are worried about mold, especially if you have this problem in your home, you can air-dry the rug by lifting it above the ground and placing a support underneath. Placing it above clothes airier for a few hours should do the trick. Moth larvae and Silverfish thrive in damp environments, there are products in the market that can get rid of these right away to prevent an infestation.

Another important fact to remember is not to overdo vacuuming. It is very important to vacuum but the available vacuum cleaners on the market today have powerful ducts and large suctions that can stretch the fibers of your rug. You can also wash your carpet, but don’t overdo this as either. Follow manufatcurer’s instructions for washing your rug, an average area rug should only need to be washed every three to five years. This may also depend on circumstances but when it comes to maintaining your rug, following a routine is best. Taking note of these simple tips will give your rug a longer life.