Creating a Festive Look with Area Rugs and Runners
Ready or not, the holidays are just around the corner! Hopefully, you’ve made your list, checked it twice, and at least started any gift shopping you may need to accomplish. Regardless of the holidays you celebrate, there are numerous ways to prepare your home so that it feels cozy, festive, and welcoming for company during this season. Today, we’ll explore how you can enhance your holiday theme and protect your hard surface floors simultaneously!
Area Rugs
One delightful way to dress up your home is by using area rugs, which come in various sizes, from large rugs that cover most of the floor to smaller accent rugs. They can be layered over any flooring, whether it’s a hard surface like hardwood or tile, or even wall-to-wall carpet. Consider swapping out an existing rug under your dining room table for one that echoes the colors of the season, whether you choose the traditional red and green or another festive color scheme.
You can achieve a similar effect in your family room by adding a festive area rug to define a conversation area. It doesn’t necessarily need to feature Santa and his reindeer; you can opt for something elegant or traditional if a whimsical vibe isn’t quite right for your space. Area rugs are available in a variety of piles, or thicknesses, and even in a plush shag style if you’d like to introduce a more luxurious and opulent touch.
Creating a Festive Look with Area Rugs and Runners
Ready or not, the holidays are just around the corner! Hopefully, you’ve made your list, checked it twice, and at least started any gift shopping you may need to accomplish. Regardless of the holidays you celebrate, there are numerous ways to prepare your home so that it feels cozy, festive, and welcoming for company during this season. Today, we’ll explore how you can enhance your holiday theme and protect your hard surface floors simultaneously!
Area Rugs
One delightful way to dress up your home is by using area rugs, which come in various sizes, from large rugs that cover most of the floor to smaller accent rugs. They can be layered over any flooring, whether it’s a hard surface like hardwood or tile, or even wall-to-wall carpet. Consider swapping out an existing rug under your dining room table for one that echoes the colors of the season, whether you choose the traditional red and green or another festive color scheme.
You can achieve a similar effect in your family room by adding a festive area rug to define a conversation area. It doesn’t necessarily need to feature Santa and his reindeer; you can opt for something elegant or traditional if a whimsical vibe isn’t quite right for your space. Area rugs are available in a variety of piles, or thicknesses, and even in a plush shag style if you’d like to introduce a more luxurious and opulent touch.
Smaller area rugs can be artfully used in a foyer or powder room to bring a fun holiday spirit to more confined spaces. Since throw rugs are generally quite affordable, you might consider being a little bolder when selecting them or choosing something that is seasonal rather than strictly holiday-themed, allowing for extended use beyond the immediate holiday period.
Runners
For elongated areas, such as a hallway or a section of a room primarily used for foot traffic, consider purchasing a festive runner to guide your guests from the entrance into your entertaining space. Select a runner that is the appropriate length and be sure to use an area rug pad to secure it to your floor, helping to prevent slips. Following the same guidelines as above, choose a design that reflects the holiday or season you wish to emphasize in your decor. You can select something charming, sophisticated, or somewhere in between, keeping in mind how long you intend to use the runner.
While there are many places to find seasonal area rugs and runners, if you’re seeking expert guidance through the process of purchasing quality rugs that will last beyond the holidays, or if you have any other flooring upgrade needs, we invite you to visit our knowledgeable team at Carpetcon. We can help you create a festive ambiance and plan your next flooring project, ensuring you have a home that is merry and bright now and well into the new year!