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Arranging Sofas on Rugs

February 18, 2011 by Jane T 2 Comments

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Some useful basic guidelines when placing sofas on rugs along with other furniture. Selecting area rugs for living rooms where furniture layouts include sofas on rugs room with a is not as straightforward as finding the right size rug for under a dining room table or under a bed.  There are more variables involved in determining the carpet size that works best for the seating … [Read more...]

How to Choose a Dining Room Rug

February 9, 2011 by Jane T 1 Comment

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Selecting the correct dining room rug is a function of size and a few critical visual details. The most important consideration when selecting a rug for a dining room is having one large enough so that  chairs can be pulled away from the table without hitting or extending beyond the edge of the carpet.  A general rule is to allow 18-24 inches from the back of a chair to the … [Read more...]

How to Choose a Bedroom Rug

November 30, 2010 by Jane T 2 Comments

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Working out the right size is easier than you think Subdued or flamboyant, thick and cushy, or flat woven, a rug can be the crowning touch to your bedroom decor.  How to choose a bedroom rug is illustrated in the various diagrams. The diagram above shows, one of the most common placements for rugs in the bedroom: two runners on the floor alongside the bed and one at the foot. … [Read more...]

One Rug, Two Room Views

September 6, 2010 by Jane T Leave a Comment

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One rug, two room views shows how the right colors and accessories enhance a rug when it moves. Choosing a rug is a lot like putting together an outfit, which is why one rug, two room views may be instructive.  Years ago I went to a color specialist who draped me in various colors to determine which hue looked best with my complexion and hair color.  It’s one of those … [Read more...]

Striped Area Rugs

November 21, 2009 by Jane T 2 Comments

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How to find the popular striped area rugs you see in these room décor photos. A recent post on hallway area rugs prompted a response from a reader who inquired where to locate the contemporary rug featured in the first photo of the article. It was a terrific question because it got me thinking how many times I have viewed designer and magazine photos that left me wondering … [Read more...]

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