One of the tasks for the DIY home decorator is choosing the right rugs for the home. Making the choice can be a very confusing experience, especially if you have no background when it comes to their styles and material. This is why it is very important that you spend some time researching the many options first before you actually go out to purchase a rug.

Depending on your choice, rugs can be very expensive such as those made of silk or a mixture of silk and wool. However, the right rug in the right location can add a lot of style to your home. There are many varieties of rugs to choose from. Some are very expensive, such as silk or wool rugs while others are inexpensive such as those made from polyester material.

Before buying any rug for your home, determine what size you need, the design and what type of material would give you the most value. What many homeowners don’t realize is that they need to determine what type of rug goes well with what room so that you get to make use of it effectively.

It doesn’t matter whether you are out to buy small or very large rugs. For areas that receive high traffic like the kitchen and living room, you will need to get the loop pile type of rugs since they are made to withstand pressure. This particular design is created out of using a series of uncut loops. They can be fixed in such a way that the rug can display a plain appearance or an intricate design. They are often made out of propylene and nylon, which are known to be sturdy materials and they are also easy to clean. The loops in themselves prevent liquid spills from being absorbed into the main body of the rug. To clean a spill, you can just wipe the pile off with water and the rug will look as good as new.

If you want comfort and more attractive rug features, you should consider getting cut pile carpets. These types of rugs involve strategic loop cuts that have the same height and are tufted slightly, thereby giving it its characteristic soft texture and appearance. They usually come in varying thicknesses so you could evenly match it with the warmth and coziness in more secluded areas of your home, such as the office, library, and bedroom. The downside of this kind of rug is that they can age very easily; therefore, you may have to replace it in about five years. In addition, longer cut pile carpets have the tendency to trap allergens and are more difficult to clean.

Eco-friendly rugs are also available. They are made of a polyester material from discarded plastic bottles. These types of rugs work well in a child’s room.

Before purchasing a rug, it is imperative that you do your research to insure that you get the right rug for the location where you intend to use it.

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