How to Choose an Area Rug for Your New Home

Published On: November 15, 2021|Categories: Blog, Home Improvements, How-To|Tags: , , , |

How to Choose an Area Rug for Your New Home

When you’re choosing an area rug for your home, there are a lot of things to consider. You need to take into account the size and shape of the room, as well as the type of flooring you have. This guide will walk you through the process of choosing the perfect area rug for your new home.

How to Choose an Area Rug for Your New Home

These are the five factors you need to consider when you choose an area rug for your new home in Tampa Bay

  1. Size
  2. Room shape
  3. Flooring
  4. Style

Here’s a closer look at each.

Area Rug Size

The first thing you need to consider when choosing an area rug is the size of the room. You want the rug to be big enough to anchor the space, but not so big that it looks out of proportion. A good rule of thumb is to choose a rug that is at least two feet shorter than the shortest wall in the room.

Room Shape

The second thing you need to consider is the shape of the room. If you have a rectangular room, you’ll want to choose a rectangular rug. If you have a square room, you can choose either a square or a round rug. If you have an oddly shaped room, you can get creative with your rug choice.

Flooring

The third thing you need to consider is the type of flooring you have. If you have hardwood floors, you’ll want to choose a rug that has a low pile so it doesn’t scratch the floors. If you have carpet, you can choose a higher pile rug.

Style

The fourth thing you need to consider is your personal style. Do you prefer a modern look or a traditional look? Do you want a patterned rug or a solid-colored rug? Once you’ve decided on the style of the rug, you can narrow down your choices.

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