Area Rugs

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Area rugs are rugs that only cover a part of the room. Area rugs come in different shapes, materials and prices. An unussual area rugs is a sure way to give the room a new touch. The traditional area rug shape is rectangular. But you can also find round and oval rugs. The materials used to make area rugs are nylon, wool, cotton, polyester, polypropylene and acrilic.

Every material has its advantages. Nylon area rugs come in great colours and are easy to clean. Woolen area rugs are luxurious and long-lasting. Cotton as well as polyester area rugs are very soft to touch. Polypropylene area rugs are wear and stain resistant.

And acrilic area rugs look just like wool but cost less. Splendid area rugs can also be made of a blend of these materials. The cost of an area rug is determined by the fibers it’s made of and by the way it is made. For example an area rug made of natural fibers, like wool, will cost more than an area rug of synthetic fibers.

A hand-made area rug will also cost more than a machine-made rug.
Make sure your area rug goes with the general style of the room. Tip: do not put a heavely patterned rug next to patterned furniture – the room will look way too busy.
So, get an area rug and enjoy the great style of your room with a warm, cosy addition to the design.