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The Versatility of Persian Rugs

by Stefan, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on November 7th, 2012

Persian rugs are known for their detailed symmetrical patterns and multi-colored nature. Despite the busy-ness of the patterns themselves, these rugs often read as neutral and can provide just the right amount of visual interest to make a space really sing. They aren’t confined to living rooms, either – Persian rugs are as versatile in use as they are in design.

This Persian rug, coupled with strategic chair placement, defines and connects both living spaces here. The rug, an integral component of the closest seating area, ties beautifully into the far seating space by coordinating with the orange accent wall. Perfectly at home in this eclectic living space, this Persian rug adds a warm pattern that seems to fill the room.

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5 Rooms Featuring a Zebra Print Rug

by Loredana Sava, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on October 16th, 2012

I have often dreamed about going on a safari in Africa. That is because I like the thrill of hunting and the emotion of the expectation, not because I like killing. Actually I don’t know if I would be able to kill, but I would go on a safari just to admire God’s creatures and their natural environment and maybe to watch them run free and hunt without fear. I guess it is in our genes to like hunting and everything that is connected to animals because we, people, have always been hunters.

Well, that explains why most people still like and use animal print on their rugs. They do not kill animals for this any more, as the rugs are made of wool or synthetic materials, but the pattern is still popular and it has been so ever since real animals were skinned for making these rugs. Here are five Rooms featuring a zebra print rug that we love and I am sure you will, too.

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Nice Cosmo Rug

by Loredana Sava, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on October 12th, 2012

There is something about dandelions that makes you behave like a child, that makes you feel you are young again and enjoy life. So every time you see one you want to blow it and watch the small little umbrellas float around in a joyful dance. No wonder then that this beautiful Nice Cosmo Rug is so popular and all the people love it. But there is something even more interesting about this rug that made me stop for a while and take a good look at it: its design. The design is so cleverly and skillfully made that you see different things when looking from different angles.

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Rugs & Kids in the Dining Room: To Be or Not To Be?

by Stefan, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on October 8th, 2012

I’ve always loved the look of rugs in a dining room. Something about the graphic on the floor set against (or to distract from?) the legginess of the table and chairs just makes me happy. However, as the mother of four young kids, I’ve come to view dining room rugs with a pretty critical eye. Can they gracefully handle spilled grape juice? Will you see this morning’s (or, let’s be honest, yesterday’s) smashed cheerios? Will the stain of an errant strawberry live with us forever?

After a bit of study, I think it’s not entirely impossible to have kids AND a stylish dining room rug, if the latter is chosen wisely.

A traditional patterned rug can help define a space, give it pizzazz and create a vivid color scheme.

A Persian rug like this one is an excellent choice for a kid-friendly yet non-juvenile rug in the dining room. Often, Persian rugs have the most concentrated patterns at the center and edges of the rug, which (depending on the size of rug and its proportion to table) is helpful in masking eating zone mishaps. The colors in this rug are bright but not overbearing; they add character without being a diva. And, really, Persian rugs plus Louis chairs? A match made in heaven.

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Cowhide rugs and a few ways of using them in your interior décor

by Simona Ganea, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on October 3rd, 2012

Cowhides are elegant and stylish accent pieces and they often contribute to a more inviting and casual atmosphere without compromising on elegance. A beautiful cowhide rug can be a very beautiful focal point in a living room and also a very chic detail for the décor. Let’s take a look at a few interiors that feature such accents.

This is a lovely living room with an overall very light and bright interior. The black and white cowhide rug placed underneath the coffee table is the only piece that creates such a strong contrast of colors. Its texture also contrasts with the wooden floor and furniture but it integrates beautifully into the whole décor.

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Nice Baroque Rug with Paisley Design

by Loredana Sava, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on September 19th, 2012

The Baroque style is long gone, but it still remains one of the most famous styles in architecture and also in many other fields. Most of all it is well known for its minutely designed details and all the richness of embroidery. It is rich and uses expensive materials, as it appeared in the home of the royalty and should surprise and totally overwhelm you. This Nice Baroque Rug with Paisley Design is a beautiful and exquisite piece of work and, even if it is now in the speed century, it still keeps and shows something from the old days of baroque flourishing time.

The rug is hand woven and made of cotton and it looks absolutely fantastic. The pattern is traditional and is rich with details. It is beautifully bordered and this can underline its beauty and style when placed against a light colour flooring. It is also great for separating the room into distinct areas. Besides, if you want to create a magic atmosphere in your living room or maybe to bring something of the ancient times, the rug is perfect. I love it because it combines in a discreet and great way its usefulness, high quality and design, being perfect for interior decorators. The price of the rug is $99.95.

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Get a Sandy Look of Your Living Room With This Wavy Rug

by Loredana Sava, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on September 8th, 2012

Walking on the beach barefoot is a great sensation as it makes you relax and feel fine and gives you energy to start a new day or another period of hard work. That is why there are so many people walking on the beach either in the morning or in the evening when the sun is not up and burning the skin. Some other people claim this action is beneficial because this is just another form of reflexo-therapy, meaning the sand is giving your feet a relaxing massage. I don’t know if it is true, but I do like this. Apparently many other people do, so the designer of German origins called Michaela Schleypen designed this interesting Beach Rug that can help you Get a Sandy Look of Your Living Room With This Wavy Rug.