How to Buy the Right Area Rug for Your Bedroom

Most people have a very clear standpoint when it comes to having an area rug in their bedroom: they either love or hate the idea. Those who can’t imagine a bedroom without a rug claim that it’s so much more than a decorative element and that it provides functional benefits as well.

For example, it can cover some problematic segments of the floor, while at the same time providing excellent sound insulation to both you and those in the room under your bedroom. A rug is also the first thing your feet are going to feel once you get out of bed, and there aren’t many feelings you’d appreciate more than the one of warmth and comfort.

Also, we can talk about another benefit a rug provides and that’s protection of your floor from damage. The better you protect it, the longer it will last, which means you don’t have to spend money on repairing or replacing it that often.

In terms of design and decoration, if you follow some simple rules, you’ll create a cosy and appealing ambience. Here are some of the things you need to consider before making up your mind about a rug for your bedroom.

Measure carefully

You need to measure your room and all items that cover even the smallest part of the floor. It’s a good idea to have a floor plan before going shopping for a rug, since the dimensions of rugs on offer are likely to vary and you need to know exactly how big or small your rug can be to serve the purpose. Don’t forget to take into account the area which you need to keep rug-free, so that the bedroom door can be opened and closed.

Choose a style

The style you choose depends on your personal preference. There are no rules when it comes to bedroom design and you can make it simple or elaborate, eclectic or minimalistic, etc. It terms of colour, if a solid colour is used for upholstery, you might want to choose a vivid pattern. If you prefer straight lines, you can’t go wrong with a comfy flatweave runner rug. On the other hand, if your bedroom features artwork, a low-pile wool rug is the way to go, but you shouldn’t be afraid of making unusual combinations.

Materials

Once you’ve made up your mind about the style and colour, you need to think about the material. Again, your choice is influenced by your situation. For example, if you have a pet, it’s not wise to select silk and fur rugs, since they quickly show wear. On the other hand, they really look nice. In terms of durability, polypropylene and wool rugs are the best and they are also easy to maintain. They are also quite resistant to heavy foot traffic.

Timing of purchase

This element is often ignored, but it’s very important. You should buy a rug before you buy other coordinating accessories. What you need is a great combination between the rug and your décor. If you wait with the purchase of a rug, you’re running a risk of being unable to find a perfect match.

Rug Pad

Last but not least, you should definitely consider some type of backing material. If some item of furniture is on your rug, you shouldn’t worry about slipping. However, if your bedside rug is not secured, you may easily slip and hurt yourself. Luckily, there are rug pads that keep your rug in place, although many modern rugs are slip-resistant on solid-surface flooring.

As you can see, there are things to consider before purchasing a rug for your bedroom, but if you plan carefully and know what you’re looking for, it shouldn’t be difficult to find one that would bring all the items from the bedroom together and create perfect harmony.