Wool Area Rugs

wool area rug

If you have looked into area rugs at all, you have likely noticed that they are available in an almost infinite variety of materials.  If you have read our area rug buying guide, you will find a list of about 14 or so different materials that are commonly used to make area rugs – both natural and synthetic.  Out of all of these materials, probably the most popular is wool.

If you were to go to a major rug retailer, you would likely find that more than half of . . . → Read More: Wool Area Rugs

A Guide to Buying Area Rugs

9x12 area rug

With a huge array of designs, textures, and complimentary colors, area rugs are an accessory that make a big difference for a reasonable amount of money. They can bring together all of the colors of a room and create a feeling of more continuity. They can help mark out the boundaries in large rooms and can immediately update the decor of almost any space. Rugs provide protection for the floors in well-used hallways and can create warmth and sound proofing in bedrooms and other areas of the house where “noiseless walking” may be desired. In the . . . → Read More: A Guide to Buying Area Rugs

Things to Look For When Buying 9X12 Area Rugs

9x12 area rug

As far as area rugs are concerned, 9×12 area rugs are by far the most popular.  This means that they are the easiest to find and offer the most style choices.  This is a good thing, but it also means that if you go shopping for this size rug, and are not prepared, you may find yourself overwhelmed.

When you are looking at the different area rugs that are available, trying to figure out which one you are going to buy, there are a few things that you will want to look for. Choosing a . . . → Read More: Things to Look For When Buying 9X12 Area Rugs

What is an Area Rug?

Area Rug

Although most of you likely know what area rugs are, I figured we would start here for our first real post on this site – sort if a way to set the tone, I suppose.

An area rug is defined as a rug that is designed to cover a portion of a floor.  They come in a wide variety of colors, shapes and styles, and can be used in just about any room of a house, condo, town home, etc.  Their many choices of design make them extremely versatile in their ability to . . . → Read More: What is an Area Rug?

Welcome to the Area Rugs Site

Welcome to the Area Rugs Site!

Let’s face it; if you have a house (or apartment) and it has a floor, you probably have at least one area rug.  Unlike wall to wall carpeting, area rugs give you several advantages when it comes to versatility and style.  You can have a purple area rug under your kitchen table in your apartment, and when you move, you can roll it up and take it with you.  Try that with your carpeting!

The truth is that area rugs come in so many shapes, sizes, . . . → Read More: Welcome to the Area Rugs Site