Your floors are one of the most important parts of your interior design, both from a practical and an aesthetic perspective. Rugs help define the flow of the space, directing people on how to move around, and they help define the visual design as well. Our team at Design Flooring, LLC, has extensive experience in selecting rugs, so we have put together this article to offer some expert tips on how to choose rugs for your own space.
- Consider Rug Shape – Our first tip for choosing rugs is to look at the shape of the room, or the shape of the zone you are trying to create within it. If you want to create a traditional living area, then your best bets will be square or rectangular rugs. If you want to arrange your furniture so that everyone can face everyone else, then we recommend using a round rug.
- Consider Pile Height – Another thing to pay attention to when selecting rugs is the pile, or the length of the fibers. In general, short-pile rugs work best for high-traffic areas, as they are easier to keep clean. For a more plush or luxurious feel, opt for rugs with a higher pile—the extra fiber will give the rug more cushioning, making it softer underfoot.
- Consider Color Scheme – Our third tip for choosing rugs is to select one that works well with the rest of your color scheme. If you are not sure what color to choose, you can turn to our team to get recommendations—we can look at the rest of your color palette and help you select a rug that works harmoniously with your existing design.