You may have found yourself in the all too common situation of having to get out of your warm, cozy bed at a time far too early for your liking. Begrudgingly, you slide your legs off your sanctuary, only to find your floor under your feet has suddenly become a sheet of ice. If you’ve gone through this, you may be looking into adding an area rug underneath your bed. Not only will an area rug save your chilly toes, but it adds a new dimension to your interior design!
When shopping for an area rug you may be questioning what kind of maintenance it entails. Though all area rugs will need some kind of upkeep, the maintenance is largely dependent on the type of area rug. Read on to help you get a better idea of the maintenance that comes along with each area rug!
One important thing to consider when buying an area rug is whether you favor comfort or aesthetic. With so many different materials and constructions of rugs, you may be wondering which is the most comfortable. Here is an easy guide to help you decide which type of rug fits you best!
We’re big fans of designer Angie Johnson and her home decor brandNorwegian Wood. And her home renovation on Instagram is inspiring. So when The Rug Truck got a chance to shoot Angie’s cool Chatsworth house, we jumped on it! (And brought rugs, of course.)
Here at The Rug Truck, we understand how overwhelming it can be to decorate your space. If you’re looking into buying an area rug you may be asking yourself: Where do I begin? One helpful question to ask yourself when buying an area rug is if you'd prefer your rug to stand-out, or to blend-in.
Thinking about getting an area rug for your space but don’t know where to start? We know that picking a color can be a daunting task! Here is an easy guide to follow to help you pick the perfect area rug color for your space.
Area rug layering is all the rage right now, and while it is innately a “thrown-together” look, there are a few simple rules to follow that will help consummate the concept.
While we adore kids and pets over here at The Rug Truck, these “blessings” should be a serious consideration when deciding which kind of rug to purchase! Accidents will happen in any scenario, but we all know that babies and “fur babies” increase the odds.
We all know that rugs come in many shapes and sizes, but did you know that they also come in different heights? As cost is usually determined by square footage, the height of the rug is not a primary factor in determining price, but there are important factors to consider when selecting a rug with a thin or thick pile.
If you’ve ever owned a wool area rug, you have probably experienced some degree of shedding at some point. Depending on the amount of shedding, this “quirk” can be quite bothersome, especially to those with wool or dust allergies.
If you already own a rug that sheds and you don’t want to part from it, you can try these few tips to mitigate the issue.
When I first felt a rug from Karastan’s EverStrand line, I would have put money on the fact that it was made of wool. I had been in the area rug industry for almost my entire life, and was absolutely shocked to learn that the rug was not wool, and actually made from recycled bottles. This was close to ten years ago, and ever since, I’ve been thrilled to educate shoppers about this miracle fiber.
