Area Rugs
Buying an area rug should be based to some degree on your gut instinct when you see one. They often are truly beautiful, akin to artwork for your floors. Like a framed painting or other accent, you should find a rug attractive, appealing, and feel drawn to it.
This may be your place to be bold especially if you've chosen fairly neutral furniture. With furniture, simple is often the safest bet. However, in buying area rugs, it is actually more practical to go with a colorful and intricate pattern, since it will camouflage stains better than a solid one. Whatever rug you choose, it will have a great influence on your living environment. There are many specific style considerations outlined in a following section.
In addition to your taste and style,
there are some practical issues to consider as well. Rug size should be chosen carefully to work with your room size and furniture. Material and workmanship should be considered since they influence the longevity of the rug. You should always have an appropriate rug pad to protect both your flooring and your new rug. These details are discussed below.