Area Rug Placement Tips

Area rugs can go anywhere in your home. The key to matching room to rug is by assessing how much foot traffic there is. Rugs made of wool, synthetic or polypropylene fibers are ideal for high traffic areas like hallways, family rooms and kitchens. Of these fibers, polypropylene is the most stain- and fade-resistant as well as the most durable. Delicate rug fibers like silk, viscose and cotton hold up better in low traffic bedrooms and dining rooms. Natural rug fibers like jute and sisal fall somewhere in the middle for durability.

Key Considerations for Area Rug Placement:

• Room Size: Choose a rug that's appropriately sized for your room. A rug that's too small can make the space feel cramped, while a rug that's too large can overwhelm it.
• Furniture Placement: Arrange furniture around your rug to create a cohesive and inviting seating area. Consider leaving some space around the edges of the rug for visual balance.
• Color and Style: Select an area rug that complements your existing décor and adds visual interest to the room. Experiment with different colors, patterns, and textures to find the perfect match.
• Rug Anchoring: Use rug pads or grippers to prevent your rug from shifting or wrinkling. This will also help protect your floors.
• High-Traffic Areas: For high-traffic areas, consider using a rug pad with built-in stain resistance or a durable, low-pile rug.

Pro Tip: Don't be afraid to experiment with different placements until you find the perfect spot for your area rug. Remember, the goal is to create a space that feels inviting and comfortable for you and your guests.

Benefits of Area Rugs

No matter what your tastes, décor, or preferences are, Macco's Floor Covering Center can help. We offer area rugs that come in many different styles and designs, so it’s easy to find the right look for you.

Here are a few tips to get you started—because it’s important to know the major decision points in shopping for this exciting purchase:

Addition to a Neutral Space

An area rug can help with the decision process when choosing furniture. With so many color palettes to choose from having a small focal point helps narrow choices for décor and furniture.

Style

Area rugs instantly add color, texture and pattern to a space. Someone’s personal style and personality can be displayed in a space and still be practical as well as functional art. For those who may be renting a property, a rug is great for updating a space that can’t be painted or have hanging décor.

Easy to Clean and Replace

Due to the smaller size of area rugs they can be maintained more easily. Cleaning of an area rug is generally much less involved than maintenance of entire floors. Another benefit to area rugs is that they are versatile and can be replaced to match new décor.

Noise Reduction

Many customers desire hard surface flooring, an area rug can help to literally soften a space. Most importantly can assist with noise reduction in a space with hard surface flooring. An area rug can help to absorb some of the impacts of your footstep. This can be a huge benefit to those with small children or the elderly.