Choosing a Living Room Rug
Decorative rugs are the first thing to catch your eye when you enter into a living room so you want to be sure to choose a living room rug that brings together all the elements in your room. Two things to consider are style and size.
Which Size is Best?
A large area rug can pull together the various seating arrangements in a living room. The sofa and chairs should be arranged so that at least the front legs are resting on the rug. This creates a conversation area. A coffee table can be placed in the center to hold a centerpiece, books or art object. The table can also serve as a place to rest drinks so that the area becomes a social area perhaps for coffee or drinks. For a large room, large living room rugs can be the focal point but smaller throw rugs can be placed as accents in other parts of the room.
Choosing a Style
Living room rugs come in many styles and are usually classified by the weave of the rugs. Oriental rugs are tightly woven and feature an intricate pattern. They are usually more expensive and larger in size. This style is appropriate for a more formal living room. A rug with a deeper pile is more comfortable underfoot. Pile rugs are a good choice for accent rugs and can be an inexpensive way to introduce a bit of color into a living area.
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