Beautiful and humanizing
Rugs are the most beautiful and humanizing elements you can have in your home. Aesthetically pleasing, they add warmth and comfort wherever they are used.
They also have an added attraction, in that hand-made ones possess a human element which today is missing in so much of our modern world. Their irregularities and unevenness gives them a personal quality which is hard to equal.
What's so good about them?
- They come in all sorts of colors, sizes and designs, so you'll always find one to suit. The only problem you may find is if you're looking for a circular one. These tend to be machine made rather than hand made, as a traditional loom cannot produce circular ones.
- They can act as a focal point if you need one. Their colors can be used as a basis for your room color scheme. If you already have a focal point, a carefully chosen one can give balance to your room.
- They add color and texture to any home decorating scheme.
- They will fit into almost any interior. They will add to the elegance and charm of a room without taking over.
- They are distinctive and will adapt to most interiors, especially when carefully chosen to blend with existing furnishings and color schemes.
- You can use them in many practical ways. In addition to their usual use on floors, they can be used as wall hangings, throws, pillows and even upholstery.
- Area rugs are useful to separate zones within rooms.
- Items of furniture which at first sight don't go well can be drawn together.
- They are adaptable, and can be easily changed around, unlike carpets. For example, by placing a new one in your room you can completely change the room's character.
What will they look like in my room?
It's always useful to see how they can look in a room. Rugman.com have an excellent selection. You can see photos of different room settings, so you can get a good idea of how you can improve your home.
You may want to learn much more about rugs, their history, methods of manufacture, and other details. If so, then Rugman.com also have an excellent tutorial and guide which go into far greater detail.
Here is a brief guide to the most common types you'll come across. Individual dealers (especially if they are natives of the countries concerned) will have their own likes and dislikes. It's a fascinating world, and once introduced to it many people have discovered a lifetime interest.
Persian
These are the most well-known of all hand-woven carpets. Here you'll find more information on their colors and characteristics.
Turkish
Also known as Anatolian, these reflect the different culture of Turkey. They have an allure and beauty all their own.
Practicalities
You may think that there's nothing much to buying a rug and placing it in room. But just to give you a few more ideas, here are some practical pointers to rugs in general, and using them to good effect.
Handmades
Some practical things to think about when you come to making your selection.
Hall
Your entrance hall will benefit from a rug or two. Here are some ideas.
Living room
Use them for an excellent effect in your living room.
Bathroom
Handmade rugs don't immediately come to mind when you think of your bathroom. But here, too, they can be used to good effect.
Kitchen
Still practical, but a few factors you need to be aware of.
Dining room
This is one room where large handmade rugs really come into their own.
Bedroom
Warmth and comfort are what we look for in a bedroom, and rugs can be use to to make the most of your bedroom.
