Unlike more rigidly defined styles like coastal and farmhouse, modern design tends to be a more “you know it when you see it” situation. However, it does still have its defining features.
Category: Design
Protect Your Floors and Your Pooch with a Pet Friendly Rug
You shouldn’t have to choose between a pet and a beautiful rug! Follow our guide to find the best pet friendly rug for your family (furry members included!)
Simple Rules for Dining Room Rugs
The right rug can bring a dining room from drab to delightful. As one of the largest pieces of décor in the space, a rug has a dramatic effect on the overall look and feel of the room.
Coastal Style Rugs and Decor: Style Series
Say the word “coastal” and you might already have visions of seashells and sailboats dancing in your head. However, with the rise of modern coastal design, that couldn’t be farther from the truth! These days, coastal design is less about kitschy décor like “beach this way” signs and more about taking cues from the natural …
Picking the Best Bedroom Rug: The Complete Guide
There’s nothing worse than having to leave your warm, cozy bed in the morning and stepping out onto a floor that has practically become a sheet of ice overnight. This guide will walk you through all the essentials of picking the best bedroom rug for your home.
Hand-Knotted Rugs: The Beginner’s Guide to Persian and Oriental Rugs
If you’ve looked around the Rugs.com shop and blog, you already know how much we love hand-knotted rugs. Known for their durability, quality materials, and unmatched beauty, hand-knotted rugs are as diverse as the people who make them all over the world. Whether it’s an Oriental rug made in Turkey, Pakistan, or Morocco or a …
Types of Rug Knot: Turkish Knots vs. Persian Knots
If you’ve spent any time researching Persian and Oriental rugs, you’ve most likely come across the term “hand-knotted” already. Compared to machine-made rugs, hand-knotted rugs tend to be stronger and longer-lasting. The term “hand-knotted” might sound a bit self-explanatory, it doesn’t tell the whole story of these amazing rugs! There are many types of rug …
How to Tell a Handmade Rug from a Machine-Made Rug
In the world of rugs, there are two main types of rug: handmade and machine-made rugs. Machine-made rugs represent the vast majority of rugs sold today and are a great choice for most consumers. However, machine-made rugs will rarely approach the quality and durability found in handmade Persian and Oriental rugs.
Choosing the Right Living Room Rug for Your Lifestyle
Living rooms and family rooms didn’t get their names by coincidence. The living room is a gathering place. Whether you are entertaining friends or cozying up with family for a Netflix binge, you want your living room to be comfortable and inviting.
Finding the Best Outdoor Rug for Your Patio
Unrolling an area rug is one of the fastest and easiest ways to add comfort and style to a space. So why limit them to indoors? Outdoor rugs are a great way to liven up your deck or patio or extend the style of your home outside its walls.