Large Area Rug
Purchasing a Large Area Rug
A large area rug can be a great way to both bring a room together and protect the existing wall-to-wall carpeting. There are many places to get area rugs, including department stores, online, and road side stands. There are some important elements like size, pile, and color to consider when buying area rugs.
There are many places that sell area rugs of all sizes. Home improvement stores usually carry a large variety of area rugs, as do many department stores. Another good place to find large area rugs is online, though you may run into the problem of high shipping costs due to the size and weight of the rugs. Many areas have road side stands and parking lot tents that sell a wide variety of area rugs. Many times the rugs sold at these locations are significantly cheaper than in other locations. The problem faced by many people buying large rugs is how to get them home.
Before looking at large area rugs, you need to measure the space the area rug is going to go. The area rug should cover a large portion of the room, but not necessarily go wall to wall. If the rug is too big, then the edges will curl up where they hit the wall, which can pose a tripping hazard. A rug that is too large can also interfere with the opening and closing of any doors that lead into the room. A rug that is too small will look awkward and detract from the overall decor of the room. It can also make the space seem too large and disjointed.
The thickness of the area rug, which is largely determined by the pile, is also an important consideration. A large area rug with a high pile can be a tripping hazard if the edge of the rug is placed in a high traffic area. It can also make it more difficult to open and close doors. Too low a pile may make the rug less comfortable to walk on. In a family room or play room a high pile area rug would be a better choice as it is more comfortable to sit on. A low pile area rug would do well in a high traffic area like an entryway or hallway.
Many people will have an accent color in the room that they want to match. Area rugs come in so many colors and patterns that it should be possible to find one that has the accent color you want. It is a good idea to bring a sample of the color with you, it will help you find a closer match. Using an area rug in your decorating means that you can have a neutral colored wall-to-wall carpet run throughout the house. Many people have design themes in a room, and this theme can be reflected in the area rug as well.