There are literally hundreds of things you can add to your home to make it look elegant and modern. Some of those things include expensive purchases, while others require professional installation and lengthy processes.
However, if you are looking for a quick yet effective solution, we recommend that you add a couple of rugs. Apart from looking great, rugs are very easy to incorporate into any home. Moreover, they can be very cheap.
If you think that your home needs a fancy rug, keep reading. We’ll tell you what you need to consider before going shopping.
Shape
Before anything else, decide on the shape of your rug. Will it be a classic rectangular one or a sophisticated oval or round rug? If you’re feeling super-creative, you can even go for irregularly shaped rugs — those will certainly attract everyone’s attention.
On the other hand, if you don’t feel like experimenting, here are a couple of rules you can follow. If you have a round or oval table, pick a rug that has the same shape. The same goes for rectangular tables/coffee tables — make sure that your new rug matches them.
Color
When it comes to colors, choices are practically limitless. You can go for vibrant reds, purples, blues, pinks, etc. or you can select subtle options and choose pastel colors. There are no rules here, it all depends on your taste.
Of course, you should consider the existing color palette in your home so that your rug doesn’t feel out of place. If you have bamboo floors, there’s no need to worry. Apart from being durable, safe, eco-friendly, and easy to maintain, bamboo flooring is very versatile, which means you can put any rug on top of it.
Style
Now comes the fun part — the style. Nobody can tell you what your perfect rug should look like, as that’s a very personal decision. Think about what you like and don’t make compromises. Your home should be 100% to your taste.
It doesn’t matter what’s popular at the moment, it only matters what you truly like. If you lack ideas, search the Internet to find inspiration. See how other people incorporated rugs into their homes and don’t be afraid to steal some of their ideas.
Before you head to the register, make sure that you are satisfied with your choice.
Size
Last but not least, there’s the issue of size. Many people neglect this aspect, which is a huge mistake. To make the most of your environment, you need to take the size of your room and your potential rug into account before going shopping.
A rug that’s too small for your room will look bad regardless of how stylish it is, while a huge rug will cover too much of your floor and make the room look heavy. To avoid making these mistakes, take measurements before you head to the store.
A perfectly sized rug takes up just enough space to make an impression. At the same time, it doesn’t cover too much of your floor. When it comes to your living room, here’s what you should keep in mind — your rug should be about the size of the seating area and at least a foot wider than your sofa.
