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Want to make your great room even greater for friends and family alike? A splendid new area rug could be just the ticket. It’ll help define a conversation space in your room and make it quite a bit more soundproof to boot.
While the categories that might catch your eye could include that likes of vintage distressed area rugs, geometric design rugs, or even modern abstract rugs, it’s important to note what materials were used to make that particular rug. Because ultimately those distinctive fibers will dictate how well that choice will dovetail with your unique lifestyle.
So let’s take a quick look at a couple of the top options out there and what they can do for you.
Whether it’s a hand knotted wool rug or not, wool area rugs are synonymous with luxury. They feel fabulous underfoot, deliver superior comfort and warmth, and are surprisingly easy to clean. In fact, any dust gets collected inside the pockets of that fiber, so these immensely popular area rugs always look their best. That being said, a weekly vacuum is always a good idea.
If anyone in your family suffers from the sniffles, it’s good to note that these modern wool rugs are hypoallergenic. So you’ll be creating a healthy indoor environment as well. And since these fibers are literally shorn from sheep, you and your family will benefit from an eco friendly solution that’s highly sustainable.
Finally, wool area rugs also bring you incredible durability and longevity. Current timetables have these contemporary rugs lasting anywhere from 20 to 100 years. Talk about an investment.
If you’re looking for fiber that’s super soft and comes in a wide variety of different colors, you might want to consider cotton. In particular, it’s a tremendous choice for busy families.
For starters, cotton area rugs tend to be on the inexpensive side. So if you’re on a budget, this might be the right choice for you. Better yet, in a year or two, if you want to opt for a trendier color or pattern, there won’t be a whole lot of exposure there.
Another distinctive feature of these contemporary rugs is that they’re easy to clean. As a matter of fact, a lot of these life savers are indeed machine washable cotton rugs. In particular, you can just throw those cotton throw rugs right in the wash. Which is key if you’ve got rug rats in your house. Just make sure you don’t use hot water or you risk shrinking your rug.
Here’s one last little trick. Cotton area rugs are also reversible. So in a pinch if your living room rug is looking a little dingy, at least short term, you can just turn it over.
If durability is near the top of your wish list, you might want to consider a polypropylene area rug. Also referred to as olefin, polypropylene delivers stain resistance that far outperforms natural fibers. Which means it can even stand up to use outdoors. It’s all thanks to a petroleum-based polymer that creates water-repellent fibers.
When these indoor outdoor rugs do indeed venture outdoors, any liquids they encounter will immediately bead up. Then all your need to do is make a quick blot so potential stains don’t set it in. And if that’s not enough, you can literally hose these unique area rugs down.
Of course, if you’re not quite an expert on all the fibers for area rugs just yet, don’t worry. Since our team members average more than 10 years of experience each, we’re infinitely equipped to advise you.
So stop by Carpet Exchange soon to see our almost endless selection of area rugs. We’ve got what you’ll think is hot.
