Find Fabulous Area Rugs Online

By Daniel McDonald


Making a space look and feel better is easier than most people think. Anyone with budget restrictions can keep things simple by building a theme around a dominant color in the room. While using similar colors may be the least stressful route, using complementary colors can add a little excitement. Sometimes the best place to start is with flooring, and getting ideas from area rugs online and in home decor stores.

This quick fix is an often overlooked task in home interior decor. The great part about choosing a quality area rug is that it protects floor and carpeting from wear and tear. Anyone who hates getting their carpets shampooed should choose the largest rug that will suit their needs. Renters should consider this as a way to protect floors so they are not charged by the landlord when it comes time to move.

What many do not realize is that the rug may also inspire an original theme. If there are patterns or a multitude of colors, a secondary color may be used for accents or other furnishings in the space. A good example of this is an area rug with royal blue, gold, and deep purple may want to add gold accents throughout. The purple may be used sparingly.

The next area to consider is the windows. While there is no need to have an exact color match, finding a matching color of treatments or accessory details can be done in a matter of minutes. If a person wanted to save money on matching details like photo frames, holders, and small furnishings, there are tutorials on painting and using fabric to renovate quickly.

Sometimes a couch may be in need of renovation but buying a new one may not be possible. Soft spots can be replaced with new foam cushion or a piece of solid wood placed underneath the cushion. If it is just a matter of matching a color scheme, a washable cover may be used for a new look. A nice detail would be to use matching cloth napkins as inexpensive armrests.

While many like dark colored carpeting because of its ability to hide stains, it can also make a room appear smaller. Although black is a popular color, it can be very dramatic so deep blues, browns, and even greys may complement a room. These choices are ideal for lighter colors, which tend to make rooms look larger.

Shopping online is advantageous because it allows the customer to browse with little interruption and choose swatches without feeling pressure to commit. While some brick and mortar specialty stores may seem nice, they can be costly and sometimes staff may be a little pushy. Although this may not be the case with discount chain retailers, they tend to have a limited selection and do not have an on-site delivery personnel.

It helps to choose a good quality rug every few years rather than replace a lightweight version every few months. While some can be carried by hand and are easy to move around, durability pays off in the long run. When it comes time for spring or regular cleaning, most carpet cleaning services can help with maintenance. There are professionals who even specialize in exotic or imported materials.




About the Author: