Rugs; a safe way to add an oomph factor to your room. But what if we say that the more the oomph factor, the more it will add dimension, style, stand out factor, aesthetic appeal, and something out of an interior design magazine?
What Is Rug Layering?
Gone are the days when rooms were adorned with just one rug that used to enhance and uplift the room. Nowadays the trend is to add two, three, or even four traditional rugs on top of one another to create contrasting colors, patterns, designs and give a sense of acknowledgment and a POP in a room. But the key is to do it right or else your room might look like something out of a circus. There are some rules to apply and consider before you begin layering rugs.
Stand Out Your Furniture
There are certain pieces of furniture or a wall full of art and texture that you would want to attract attention to. Your coffee table, your dressing table, a vintage console, or a mirrored wall. When you layer rugs then instant attention is drawn toward that area. The best way to enhance is by adding accent rugs in that area with different colored patterns, but all from the same family to add a contrasting depth.
Define A Space Or Environment
You can use the layering technique to define your dining room area, or the reading corner, or the settee by the window, or even your plain old entryway. Use a jute base for your first later and then either add Persian printed rugs, or a checkered or patterned rug to create an accentual look.
Contrasting colors would look attractive and welcoming in a dining area, a long runner accentuated with accent rugs gives an instant appeal to your entryway and cowhides instantly pop up the living room. Fluffy rugs instantly cozy up your reading area or your bedroom and give the space a visual appeal.
Color Coordination Is The Key
Layering is a great way to experiment with different colors and also enhance the decor of your home. If you’re bored with the antique and rustic look of the house then add some colorful rugs in contrasting shades to soften the look of the house. Or if you’re intimidated by the ultra-modern and classy feel of your house then lighten it up with some colorful patterns and wild and shocking colors.
A classy lounge area with a sophisticated rug can be layered with patterned, striped, or Persian rugs. Similarly, all neutral or basic colored rugs such as striped or jute rugs should be layered with different colors and patterns.
Add Texture And Shapes
If you are still afraid to adopt a bold look with different colors and patterns then you can create a striking look just by using different textured rugs and allocating different shapes. Circular rugs immediately add a focal point to your once ignored window or paintings and can easily be placed on the tip of any big rug.
You can add more drugs such as under each side table or 2 under one center table on top of a rectangular one. Cowhides look sophisticated and rich in a living room. Diagonal rugs with fringes or ruffles are great for adding textures and a pop to an area. Adding different diagonal rugs define a space and create a welcoming atmosphere.
Create Borders
Yes, borders create a huge difference in your initial basic look. A dark base colored large rug can be layered with a similar shaped rug with light and playful colors while the former one creates a contrasting border and why stop at 2 when you can be bold and playful.
Accentuate
A huge rug under your bed looks great and creates a cozy feel. But how about you step onto double the coziness in the morning. Place oblong soft rugs on the sides of each bed and also one under your love seat so you get to feel different textures in each step.
The sky’s the limit when you start with the lettering and you will surely enjoy every bit of it but make sure to stick with the above rules and not overcrowd your house. Moreover, make smart choice when you’re buying rugs from Persian rug stores Alexandria by looking for handmade rugs as they last longer.
