Shag Rugs

April 2, 2010

Adding Depth And Texture with a Shag Rug

Benni Jenyfari asked:




It’s important to find out that most people are not choosing to put in wall-to-wall shag carpeting. Shag rugs are used very sparingly, but they are very effective in creating texture, depth, and warmth in a room. As popular as stone and wood floors have become in the main living areas, rugs now need to have some more depth to them.

Shag rugs work really well in living rooms because they can anchor the sofa and a coffee table and such that is on wood or stone floors. A lot of the time furniture can look like it is floating in a room if there is not something with depth to hold it down or give it some definition, and a shag rug is great at that. Many of the shag rugs that are used in living rooms are quite neutral in color but simply tie the room together and make it look more comfortable, even if the flooring is very hard and even cold looking.

Shag rugs that are used in the bedroom often create the warmth and depth that was mentioned above in reference to living rooms. Large shag rugs can anchor the bed in a large room that is tiled, or even those that have carpeting in it. Using a shag rug that picks up accent colors in bedspreads or curtains is a great idea. Because many people tend to overlook the bedroom when decorating, a shag rug is a perfect way to bring some life and some variety to the bedroom décor.

Shag rugs are also popular in bathrooms where they can add some character in a room that is often void of much in the way of texture. Shag rugs also feel great on the feet when stepping out of the shower because they are so thick and comfortable. Many shag carpets for the bathroom are made from brushed fibers making them even more comfortable.

The shag rug really is popular right now, and that is probably because of its diversity. A rug that can be used in just about any room to add style and texture is great! While shag carpeting will likely not be seen as it was in the past, shag rugs are very popular for the time being.

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February 9, 2010

Some Nitty Gritty About Carpets And Rugs

Greg Garner asked:




There is both cheering and sobering forecast for the carpet industry. The good news is that the US rug and carpet market is expected to rise about 1.6 percent every year to more than 22 billion square feet. This accounts for a staggering 65% of the floor covering market. However, there is some sobering news too. Deceleration has hit the carpet and rug demand on account of decline in new construction spending. The other reason being the consumers' shift in demand to hard surface flooring like laminates, wood and ceramic tiles. The estimate also points to a very important and significant development. Carpet and rug production will be supported to a great extent by consumers' interest in environmental friendly responsible materials. Here is where eco friendly carpets come into the picture.

In this context, here are some answers to some frequently asked questions on carpets:

What Are Shag Carpets Or Shag Rugs?

These carpets are made of long pile having shaggy appearance, whereby its name. The regular carpets are manufactured by making loops out of material and then shearing the excess. Shag carpets are not sheared, leaving long pieces of material to provide a lush fluffy and soft look.

How To Clean Rugs?

Vacuum cleaning does not damage or affect the durability of shag carpets, so by all means go ahead and use a vacuum cleaner. It would do well to use the high setting or bare floor setting for daily clean up.

Are Rug Pads Needed?

Most manufacturers recommend using rubberized non skid rug pad over hard surfaces.

Do The Yarns Round The Edges Come Off?

It does initially, but eventually that should stop. Heavy durable backing with intertwined tuft binds holds all of the fibers intact.

Does The Rug Have To Be The Same Color As My Wall And Curtain Draping?

Not necessary. Your rug will look perfect if at least one color on it matches the design elements in your room.

What Is In Vogue? A Rug With A Central Medallion Or One With An Over-All Pattern?

It depends on your point of focus. If there is a fireplace in your room then a patterned rug will suit as it will not vie for attention. Nevertheless, if your room is a common sitting area then a central medallion will grab attention.

How To Be Eco Friendly With Carpets?

There are eco concerns on the manufacturing of carpets. Many manufacturers have now created eco friendly carpets. Here are useful tips.

* Look for carpets made from natural fibers. Stay away from nylon, petroleum or resource intensive products.

* Some treatment chemicals harm the environment, especially those chemicals used to remove stains. A good idea is to use chemicals to the minimum.

* Recycle previous carpets. Choose companies who recycle old carpets while buying new ones.

* Choose wool. Wool is naturally renewable and more durable than their synthetic counterparts. In addition it has fast colors, is stain resistant and extremely resilient.

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