Area Rugs Guru

If you are looking to add some warmth to your wooden or tiled floors, brighten up a dark corner of the room, or add a design feature that will tie all the elements of your interior decor together, wool area rugs could be the answer for you. Wool is a very popular material for rugs as it is hardwearing, soft on the feet, available in many colors and designs and it is also a natural material. Wool rugs will hold their value over the year, unlike synthetic rugs. You can buy woolen rugs in either traditional or contemporary style to match the decoration of your home.

Traditional Persian and Oriental rug designs can provide a great focal point to a room and add some color and design interest to a living area painted in neutral colors. If you are more into modern design, then you can either choose cool contemporary neutral colors or go for a splash of color with a modern design or bold colored rug. When choosing area rugs for your living area, first measure the space between your furniture so you know what size of rug to shop for. It is then easier to narrow your choice by design, color, shape or weaving style.

Genuine wool rugs can be more expensive than other materials, so it may be tempting to buy a cheaper synthetic rug, but if you are looking for quality, you cannot do better than a wool rug. Wool is durable and due to it being a natural product, no two rugs will be exactly the same. A high quality rug made from wool will have a superior texture and beauty that cannot be replicated with synthetic materials.

It is important to take care of your wool area rugs to ensure that they stay looking beautiful and last for many years. They should be vacuumed regularly – at least two or three times in the first year in order to remove the piling that results from the shedding of loose fibers. You will also need to clean your rug on a regular basis to keep the colors looking bright. This can either be done using a light detergent foam, cleaning with a steam-cleaning machine or using an oxygen based cleaner, which helps to work out stains. Be sure not to over wet the carpet and always spot test any cleaning product before using it in case of bleaching or damage. A well cared wool rug will be having a top quality looking for many years.