Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Area rugs hold a lot of fascination for consumers, collectors, and interior decorators. Rugs are no longer limited to the traditional designs we were accustomed to in our childhood days. Currently, area rugs are being designed by new leading designers, architects, and famous fashion designers. Interior design firms have also jumped on board to lend their talent and vision to the creation of attractive carpets.
People are beginning to complain that wall-to-wall carpeting is dull and insipid and mostly seen in neutral colors. With wall-to-wall carpeting, the rooms continue to look empty. It is believed that a carefully selected area rug will add value to all the artwork, furniture, and all other articles in the room without highlighting vacant space.
There cannot be two opinions that area rugs can transform floor space instantly. By using an area rug you can define an area, create false walls, and define hallways. By using different color area rugs you can divide a large room into separate spaces.
There are three general types of area rug available in the market.
Hand-knotted rugs the quality and price of these rugs are determined by the quality of the wool used; the number of knots per square inch; and the wash. Machine made – this type of area rugs is as the name specifies – made by machine and not hand-made. Hand-tufted – this kind of rug consists of yarn forced into a grid followed by an application of latex or fabric backing.
Present day area rugs are typically designed in modern styles, although there is an abundance of patterns to select from. Regardless of your budget, you are sure to find contemporary rugs to fit in with your area rug decorating ideas. Area rugs are fairly easy to maintain and there are many styles, textures, materials and sizes to choose from.
There are three different styles of rugs – Casual Floral, Color and Modern. Casual Floral are said to provide the ambience for a comfortable, relaxed traditional setting. Color rugs are of a bold patterned type that can add spice to your space. Modern rugs are of a trendy style and now widely sold. Persian rugs continue to be rated as the best rugs on earth. The matchless superiority of the Persian rugs are due to their strikingly rich vivid colors, enchanting designs, high knot count resulting in a tighter weave and high quality of materials like wool, silk and dyes.
If it is your intention to transform your room quickly and without spending much, consider using an area rug. An area rug is a brilliant way to instantly warm the room up too. Before buying an area rug, decide what you will use the rug for and how you propose blending the area rug with the existing décor of the room.
You can place a small rug on a tabletop or other elevated area for a unique touch. Framing and hanging area rugs on walls well add a touch of class to your interior. Of course, you can use area rug on the floor in places such as in front of a fireplace or in a small passageway thereby adding a touch of warmth and coziness to the ambience. If you accustomed to changing your room decor often, then choose synthetic rugs — polypropylene or nylon rugs which water proof and UV-resistant. If you are environment-conscious, opt for plant-based fibers such as sisal, jute, and bamboo that are not only biodegradable but made from renewable resources
People are beginning to complain that wall-to-wall carpeting is dull and insipid and mostly seen in neutral colors. With wall-to-wall carpeting, the rooms continue to look empty. It is believed that a carefully selected area rug will add value to all the artwork, furniture, and all other articles in the room without highlighting vacant space.
There cannot be two opinions that area rugs can transform floor space instantly. By using an area rug you can define an area, create false walls, and define hallways. By using different color area rugs you can divide a large room into separate spaces.
There are three general types of area rug available in the market.
Hand-knotted rugs the quality and price of these rugs are determined by the quality of the wool used; the number of knots per square inch; and the wash. Machine made – this type of area rugs is as the name specifies – made by machine and not hand-made. Hand-tufted – this kind of rug consists of yarn forced into a grid followed by an application of latex or fabric backing.
Present day area rugs are typically designed in modern styles, although there is an abundance of patterns to select from. Regardless of your budget, you are sure to find contemporary rugs to fit in with your area rug decorating ideas. Area rugs are fairly easy to maintain and there are many styles, textures, materials and sizes to choose from.
There are three different styles of rugs – Casual Floral, Color and Modern. Casual Floral are said to provide the ambience for a comfortable, relaxed traditional setting. Color rugs are of a bold patterned type that can add spice to your space. Modern rugs are of a trendy style and now widely sold. Persian rugs continue to be rated as the best rugs on earth. The matchless superiority of the Persian rugs are due to their strikingly rich vivid colors, enchanting designs, high knot count resulting in a tighter weave and high quality of materials like wool, silk and dyes.
If it is your intention to transform your room quickly and without spending much, consider using an area rug. An area rug is a brilliant way to instantly warm the room up too. Before buying an area rug, decide what you will use the rug for and how you propose blending the area rug with the existing décor of the room.
You can place a small rug on a tabletop or other elevated area for a unique touch. Framing and hanging area rugs on walls well add a touch of class to your interior. Of course, you can use area rug on the floor in places such as in front of a fireplace or in a small passageway thereby adding a touch of warmth and coziness to the ambience. If you accustomed to changing your room decor often, then choose synthetic rugs — polypropylene or nylon rugs which water proof and UV-resistant. If you are environment-conscious, opt for plant-based fibers such as sisal, jute, and bamboo that are not only biodegradable but made from renewable resources
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Tuesday, July 8, 2008
As all of us are aware good quality rugs are not only expensive but are also delicate. Well maintained rugs are attractive additions that enhance the interior beauty of your home and it is therefore important to know how to clean and maintain your rugs. Visitors to your home trample all over your expensive rug causing wear and tear and there is hardly anything you can do to prevent it. One thing you can possibly do is not to further damage the rugs by cleaning them in an improper manner. Owners of costly rugs quite often make common mistakes when it comes to cleaning the rugs. These mistakes if persistently committed can end up reducing the life-span of your rugs.
First thing you should avoid is beating the rug as there is no better way
ruining your rug than beating it. When you beat the rugs, you cause the woven threads to loosen, and you also damage the backing of the rug. The only rugs you can afford to beat are the inexpensive doormats. If you are over-enthusiastic and run the vacuum over fringe when vacuuming your rug, then the fringe will be sucked by the beater bar. You will damage the fringe and it will loosen and look like a curly, stringy mess. Avoid using carpet shampoos 
while cleaning rugs as they usually end up attracting more dirt, and carpet shampooing machines (especially ones with several brushes) can damage the rugs. Carpet stain sprays can discolor the rugs and give them a faded look. Drenching your rug with water can ruin the rug. The best solution is to periodically have your rug professionally cleaned. You may resort to spot cleaning of rugs when necessary with a gentle stain solution.
To keep your rugs neat and tidy at all times, vacuum the rugs often. To properly vacuum the rugs, shift all furniture and vacuum to remove all surface dirt. Flip the rug over and vacuum the back of the rug and again flip the rug back over and give it one more pass on the upper side. Cleaning the rug may look tedious, but vacuuming the rug on both sides is the only way to remove the dirt that settles against the backing. Vacuuming the rugs once a week would be the right thing to do. If that is not possible, you should clean the rug least once every two weeks. Adjust the power of the vacuum to low, when using it to clean area rug fringe. If you or anybody spill something on your area rug or you happen to notice a stain while you’re vacuuming,
you should immediately attend to the stain but do not try any harsh method as it can damage the rug. Apart from vacuuming, there are also several additional ways to keep your rug from aging. If you placed furniture on the rug, then provide a support underneath the rug where the furniture legs rest. There are special rug supports available for this purpose. This keeps the furniture from indenting or spot spoiling the rug. It’s also a good idea to rotate your rug or rearrange your furniture every six months.
Avoid damaging your rug by doing too much shampooing, putting too much water or dragging furniture over your area rug when it is wet. Get a professional to clean your rug at least twice a year. It is necessary to use hot water extraction for your rug, but be sure to hire a professional area rug cleaner to do this. Most rug manufacturers recommend professional cleaning only. Some dry cleaners clean rugs and those offering carpet cleaning services will also clean rugs. Read carefully the care tag on your area rug to see what method of cleaning your manufacturer recommends.
First thing you should avoid is beating the rug as there is no better way
ruining your rug than beating it. When you beat the rugs, you cause the woven threads to loosen, and you also damage the backing of the rug. The only rugs you can afford to beat are the inexpensive doormats. If you are over-enthusiastic and run the vacuum over fringe when vacuuming your rug, then the fringe will be sucked by the beater bar. You will damage the fringe and it will loosen and look like a curly, stringy mess. Avoid using carpet shampoos 
while cleaning rugs as they usually end up attracting more dirt, and carpet shampooing machines (especially ones with several brushes) can damage the rugs. Carpet stain sprays can discolor the rugs and give them a faded look. Drenching your rug with water can ruin the rug. The best solution is to periodically have your rug professionally cleaned. You may resort to spot cleaning of rugs when necessary with a gentle stain solution.To keep your rugs neat and tidy at all times, vacuum the rugs often. To properly vacuum the rugs, shift all furniture and vacuum to remove all surface dirt. Flip the rug over and vacuum the back of the rug and again flip the rug back over and give it one more pass on the upper side. Cleaning the rug may look tedious, but vacuuming the rug on both sides is the only way to remove the dirt that settles against the backing. Vacuuming the rugs once a week would be the right thing to do. If that is not possible, you should clean the rug least once every two weeks. Adjust the power of the vacuum to low, when using it to clean area rug fringe. If you or anybody spill something on your area rug or you happen to notice a stain while you’re vacuuming,
you should immediately attend to the stain but do not try any harsh method as it can damage the rug. Apart from vacuuming, there are also several additional ways to keep your rug from aging. If you placed furniture on the rug, then provide a support underneath the rug where the furniture legs rest. There are special rug supports available for this purpose. This keeps the furniture from indenting or spot spoiling the rug. It’s also a good idea to rotate your rug or rearrange your furniture every six months.Avoid damaging your rug by doing too much shampooing, putting too much water or dragging furniture over your area rug when it is wet. Get a professional to clean your rug at least twice a year. It is necessary to use hot water extraction for your rug, but be sure to hire a professional area rug cleaner to do this. Most rug manufacturers recommend professional cleaning only. Some dry cleaners clean rugs and those offering carpet cleaning services will also clean rugs. Read carefully the care tag on your area rug to see what method of cleaning your manufacturer recommends.
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