When it comes to decorating the interior of your home, you may consider the area rug to be more of an afterthought. Instead, you spend your time focusing on the ideal couch, coffee table, end tables, and other furniture pieces that pull together your desired home aesthetic. But your area rug plays an integral part in tying together every element within your space, which is why it should be at the forefront of your interior decorating process!
If you want the entire room to come together beautifully, you should start with the area rug and work your way up to other furniture pieces in the space. Follow along as Kirishian Imported Rug Co. shares everything to consider when selecting the ideal area rug for your home.
Style
Consider the aesthetic of the room to determine the best area rug to complete the space. Are you leaning towards modern or traditional decor? Or you may be a fan of a mid-century modern or bohemian look. Taking into account the room’s furniture, lighting, and overall vibe, you can decide on the best style of area rug for your room. You can choose from Persian or Oriental rugs or more modern and contemporary patterns that create the desired atmosphere.
Color
The color is likely one of the first factors to decide on when purchasing an area rug for your home. What is the color scheme of your space? Do you want the area rug to be the main element in the space that adds the color to the room that everything else is tied to? You may opt for neutral-toned furniture with pops of colors on the pillows and other accents which can be tied in nicely by selecting that color for your area rug. You can also use the area rug as a way to add a bold splash of color to the room instead of a more subtle color palette. Ultimately, you should select a color area rug that ties in the other elements in your space.
Pattern
Consider the overall desired aesthetic of the room. Are you opting for vibrant colors or a more neutral color palette? Do your walls have a pattern on them or are they painted solid? If your walls and furniture are more mellow, you may want to introduce an area rug with a vibrant pattern that adds flair to the space. If other elements of your decor are vibrant and bold, you may decide on a solid area rug that creates a subtle backdrop that allows your furniture to stand out.
Size
Determining the proper size for your area rug is one of the most important considerations. If you select a rug that is too small for the square footage, it can make your furniture feel as though it’s floating in space with nothing tying it together. As a general rule of thumb, your area rug should fill the room and have 10 to 20 inches of space around it between the rug and the walls. If you’re opting for a smaller rug that doesn’t fill the entire room, it is recommended that the dimensions are larger than the layout of your furniture for all the legs (or at least the front two legs) are placed on the area rug. This will ground the furniture together and make the room feel more cohesive. It’s always better to overestimate the size area rug you need versus underestimating.
Lifestyle
Along with the appearance of the rug, you need to determine a rug that matches your lifestyle. For instance, if you’re looking to add a rug in a room with heavy foot traffic, you may be better off selecting a rug in a darker color palette that doesn’t show as much wear and tear. Think about whether you have pets, children, or foot traffic that aren’t compatible with area rugs made of certain materials or in specific colors.
By keeping these considerations in mind on your rug buying journey, you’ll find the ideal rug that seamlessly integrates into your space and ties together all the elements in the room.
