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Guidelines for Selecting Ideal Area Rugs

February 14th, 2010 Florent No comments

Decorating a home is a large job, but for most, it is a pleasurable task.  Of course , home is where to heart is, and people are prepared to go thru great cost and great effort to decorate their abode in that perfect style.  As hardwood flooring makes a comeback in appreciation ( vs most rooms being covered with carpet as in up to date decades ), area rugs are also enlarging in popularity.  With this increase in demand comes a rise in supply, and in the choices available on the market today.  How do you decide on the perfect rug?  Here are some simple guidelines. 

Perhaps the biggest consideration is size.  Area rugs come in all kinds of sizes and styles, from small accent rugs to room-size coverings.  Obviously, the room will have to be measured to gauge the correct size.  Room size isn’t the sole consideration, however.  The function of both the room and the rug must be taken accounted for when deciding the suitable rug size.  Is the rug intended to anchor a particular furniture grouping?  In this example, the acceptable size will be far smaller than if the rug is supposed to cover an entire room.  It’s useful to use a tape measure to visualize different sizes in the room before going shopping, as the size will always look different in the store than it will in the home. 

Also needing to be considered are shape, color, and pattern.  Rectangular rugs seem to be the most well liked, but square, circle, and oval are all making strides in renown.  As far as color is anxious, area rugs are integral to a room’s color range.  They can function as an accent, that will stand out ; as an anchor, which is less noticeable ; or they can tie the entire decorating scheme together.  In order to get the best match, take a fabric swatch or paint chip with for the shopping trip.  Patterns vary seriously these days, from normal floral and oriental designs that repeat a specific motif over and over, to large, single-shape patterns that are only featured once, to geometric designs of varying scales.  All of these considerations have a big effect on a room and must be considered carefully in order to buy the ideal area rug! 

 

 

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Color Will Help Your Home Decor Project

December 10th, 2009 Cassia Ann Jordan No comments

Choosing a color for your home is a great basic foundation to start the theme of the room. Researching the colors and also the emotions it may bring is a great idea for anyone decorating their home with different colors. Many different colors will evoke emotions from individuals like romance, anger, anxiety, or happiness. Make sure you choose the proper colors depending on the room you are designing.

With the right colors you can make those small rooms look larger than they really are. While if you pick the wrong color choice can completely upset the way you were trying to go with your design.

Choose warm colors if you want your room to be comfortable and inviting. Warm colors work well for living rooms and dining areas. Cool colors tend to ease anxiety and promote relaxation, so they are the perfect choice for a bedroom project.

Color is usually on the walls in one solid color but you do have other options to consider. You can choose to paint in a striped pattern or even just make one wall the accent piece with a darker bolder color and the others a lighter shade. Color can also be used through out different elements in the room.

One popular color choice is creating a monochromatic effect by using one color in the entire room. Stark white monochromatic designs are very popular for coastal cottage designs but usually not in your home next door. You also can add texture in the room as a design technique. Use rugs, drapes, or even cotton quilts when adding accents in the room. There really isn’t a limit in textures when designing a monochromatic room.

If you are new to interior design and you aren’t sure where to begin with color choices, try a few simple tips. First, choose light, cool colors to make a room look bigger or to make ceilings appear higher. Select a warm, darker color to create a cozy effect or to make ceilings appear lower.

Going bold at one time may be too much for you, so pick a wall and paint it a dramatic color. Add some bright colors to the room through accents.

Making the floor the darker surface in the room is always a great idea. It will make the room more balanced and then you can add a great area rug just to accent a small piece in the room. If you are someone whom has wooden floors you have a few choices with area rugs to compliment the rooms feel.

Rugs these days are all different sizes, colors, designs, and shapes so you have many options to consider. If you are scared to choose a designed rug, then just choose a great solid color. Rugs usually are the focal point in the room since it’s the first area people usually look. Switching rugs is a lot easier than re-painting the walls. It may take a few attempts before you find a rug which compliments the room perfectly.

Discover where Home Design experts do their shopping for rugs, and discover their favorite contemporary area rugs.