Rugs

A Persian rug adds class and color to any room, and their vivid and sophisticated designs can make them a decorative centerpiece. Persian rugs are also referred to as Oriental rugs, and though the...

Once you decide on the purpose you want your rug to serve, choosing a rug for laminate flooring is simple. Laminate floors are made to be durable and easy to maintain, opening up nearly unlimited...

You've bought a beautiful new area rug, but you have one problem---the room you want to put the rug in is filled with furniture. How do you put your new area rug down without having to move all of...

Dust mites are small creatures that live in dust and feed on our dead skin. They are invisible to the naked eye, but they are all around us. Though they are not dangerous, they are a leading cause...

What better place than the bedroom to create an oasis of peace and tranquility? A zen bedroom should evoke Asian traditions of design, many of which are concerned with unity, nature and...

Area rugs bring warmth and style to a living space. How do we pick the right size? There are many factors to consider. Area rugs range in quality and price from domestic machine made to imported...

Area rugs can add a new visual dimension to your home, in any room, no matter how large or small. Area rugs come in a myriad of colors, textures, sizes and styles. Even though an area rug may look...

When designing your room begin with the largest piece in the room…the carpet or area rug. A wall to wall carpet softens the room and can bring a sense of intimacy to a bedroom or study. It can...

Sizing up a rug for any room might seem like a simple task at first, but there is a lot ot consider. First of all, which pieces of furniture are going to be on the rug, as opposed to on the floor?...

A rug changes the feel of any room to one with warmth, style and comfort. A rug is especially appealing in a room with wooden floors. Rugs are vital for decoration on wooden floors but also to...

After a couple of decades of being banished with their cheaper cousins. shag rugs, flokati rugs are now the height of fashion. True Flokati rugs are made of wool from Greece, New Zealand or...

Whether you have hard wood floors or wall-to-wall carpeting, an area rug can add interest to a room. Area rugs come in different shapes and sizes. Area rugs can add a splash of color to a dull...

Home furnishings are following the trends of the 1960s and 1970s. It's called the "retro" look, and includes chrome, armless chairs and shag rugs. Shag carpeting consists of long fibers, which...