Floral and geometric ornaments, variegated and gloomy at the same time; placement on the wall or in the middle of the room; short hard pile, to the touch comparable to sandpaper. According to the majority of the inhabitants of the post-Soviet space, these are typical characteristics of carpets of the past decades. But the properties of modern models are much more diverse, and the possibilities of harmonious use in interior design are wider. How to use carpets correctly in the interior to make the room look up-to-date and stylish?
Table of contents:
How To Use Rugs To Decorate Your Home
1. The right color is half of the work
2. The importance of the material
3. The design of the carpet should be combined with the general interior of the room
5. A special carpet for each room
1. The right color is half of the work
Laying a carpet on the floor that matches the dominant color in the interior is the best solution for small rooms. In a medium to a large room, contrast can be effective. For example, lay a bright carpet in a minimalistic interior. But in this case, it is desirable that the color of the carpet be in harmony with the patterns on other types of textiles – pillows, curtains, tablecloths. First, you need to decide what kind of textile color will be the main one in the interior. The rest, less flashy, will become secondary.
2. The importance of the material
The most common type of carpets with the most democratic cost is polypropylene. Their service life is about five years, and among the shortcomings is rapid pollution, intolerance to direct sunlight.
Nylon carpets have slightly better performance characteristics. They are more durable and elastic, but they also cost more.
Knitted models belong to the middle price category. They look more attractive than artificial fiber carpets. Knitted carpets, pleasant to the touch, will last about ten years.
The most expensive are woolen models. Among their main advantages are the maximum service life, which can reach fifty years, and high environmental friendliness.
Exclusive silk carpets are quite rare. They are handcrafted and mainly serve as wall decorations. The soft play of color on the silk surface creates an interesting visual effect.
If you choose a carpet made from natural materials like from Leffler, then study the rules of care so that it lasts longer.
3. The design of the carpet should be combined with the general interior of the room
If you are decorating a room without the help of a designer including Therma Tru doors, then keep in mind that a classic carpet is incompatible with a modern interior, and vice versa. There are exceptions, but it is better to leave the preparation of complex style combinations to professionals.
What is a “classic carpet”? It has a floral ornament, a small geometric pattern, the color of the carpet should be or looks like famous Turkish carpets. The color scheme of classic models is restrained, muted. The interior is a complement to the existing furnishings.
Modern models are characterized by complex textures, bright colors. Such carpets serve as an accent in the interior. Modern carpets look especially harmonious in interiors decorated in ethnic styles.
4. Carpet size matters
A couple of decades ago, large carpets were mainly used with an area of 6 sq. m. Such models completely covered the floor in the room, giving the interior completeness and integrity. A well-chosen large carpet looks very impressive, but cleaning it causes a lot of problems. A more common option these days is a medium-sized carpet (from 3 to 6 square meters). They are indispensable if there is a need to visually highlight a certain area in the room. A medium sized rug is less demanding than a large one. Due to their versatility, mid-range models will fit into almost any interior.
Small carpets (less than 3 square meters) create bright accents in the interior. It plays the role of a decorative element, not a full-fledged floor covering. Despite its modest size, such a rug will significantly add comfort to the room.
5. A special carpet for each room
The best carpet option for the living room is medium or large models, which are placed in the geometric center of the area with upholstered furniture. Keep in mind that the legs of the person sitting on an armchair or sofa should always be on the carpet, regardless of how the person turns. There should be no free space between the carpet and the sofa. If the living room has a modest size, then it is better to place the carpet under the coffee table, so that their centers coincide. It is allowed that the length of the carpet is less than the length of the sofa.
In the dining room, the carpet should go 20-30 cm beyond the boundaries of the table or completely cover the floor under the entire dining group with the chairs extended. The shape of the carpet should follow the shape of the table.
The standard arrangement of the carpet for the bedroom is completely under the bed, with a 50-60 cm extension beyond its borders on three sides. An alternative to large models can be miniature rugs on a rubberized basis, the longitudinal dimensions of which coincide with the length of the space from the bedside table to the end of the bed. Small decorative rugs can be placed at the foot of the bed.
