Page 11 - Welcome Home Magazine November 2021

Shapes to fit your space
When figuring out how to choose a rug style, shape
is another factor to consider. And there really are
some quick and easy pointers I can give you here.
Shapes can play as big a role as colour and pattern
can when it comes to how they’ll impact a space, so
it’s worth covering off.

A rectangle or square rug is going to bring structure and
formality to a room. They’re great for under beds and in living
rooms with chaise lounges. They’re the most popular option
because even if the sizing is a little off it can still work in the
room.

A round rug is a great idea to ground a reading nook like this one in a
corner. It also looks great underneath a round table in your dining room. It
can soften a room with a lot of clean lines/hard edges, but often they work better in large spaces.

Hide rugs, or any other style with a fluid shape, can make a space feel relaxed. They’re a great way to soften
a space or to fill in a gap in a room where a rectangle or round rug won’t work. The photo above is a good
example. The room would look quite odd without it.

Some rug material suggestions

If you’re after an affordable option for a dining room, a durable synthetic rug might be best. It’s super easy
to clean and care for, and food won’t get trapped in the fibres. If you have kids or pets, this is a smart move.

For softness underfoot in your living room, you might like a wool rug. It too is durable and the added bonus
is that it’s great for high-traffic areas because the fibre will bounce back. A shag is a great option here too,
but can be trickier to clean.

Your bedroom might benefit from something natural and woven like a sisal, or even a hide rug to bring
warmth to the room. Because you’re unlikely to spill anything in this space, you can go for a more sensitive
fibre. But again, think about how you use the space (you might eat in bed or paint your nails on the floor).

The best piece of advice I can give you is to go into the rug store or showroom knowing how you live at
home. Then, armed with this knowledge, you’ll be able to tell a staff member the size of rug you need, and
also the material you’d like it to be made from.

Make sure you ask the retail staff about cleaning instructions and check tags on the rug itself. I know we’re
focusing on how to choose a rug style here. But you don’t want a gorgeous rug style that’s a pain in the butt
to clean!

Source: www.tlcinteriors.com.au/how to-decorate/how-to-choose-a-rug-style/