rlester52 I was amazed when visiting Winterthur (iconic museum filled with early American antiques) to notice that the DuPont family decorated their elegant living spaces with Oriental rugs which did not match each other OR anything else in the room. Maybe we don't need to be so obsessed with matching rugs to all the other colors in the room!
Color of walls and trim... - We are building a house that has a large expanse through the foyer, living, dining and kitchen rooms... I like that fact that you used a variation of the wall color and not a white for the molding. Can you please tell me what colors you used?
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No article about eco-friendly rugs would be complete without a nod to antique rugs, which follow the cardinal principal of "reuse." The golds and reds in these antique runner rugs complement the dark wood floors and furnishings.
Rule 9: Cover the walking area. The rug should cover the majority of the walking area in a hallway or entry. For both safety and comfort, it is preferable to have both feet fall within the surface of the rug in a high traffic area.
Be patient when shopping and avoid impulse buys because you never know what you can come across. Every Persian carpet is different and unique in its own way. When you finally choose the right rug, keep in mind that what you just bought is bound to last generations and is not only a rug, but a piece of art.Do you have the perfect rug? Tell us about it in the Comments section below!More: Tips for Layering RugsHow to Choose the Right Rug for Your EntrywayOriental Rugs Beyond the Living RoomArea Rug Rules and How to Break Them
Oriental RugsIs there anything more classically beautiful than an Oriental rug on a shimmering wood floor? It adds instant elegance and rises above trend.
The front entry of your home should usher in and welcome both family and guests. Great lighting, art or a mirror, a traditional grandfather clock and a succession of rugs help pull you into this entry.
stairs at the end of the hallway...at the other end kitchen & dining room. Hallway perpendicular could lead to home office and at end where bench is could be mudroom and private library.
Rule 9: Cover the walking area. The rug should cover the majority of the walking area in a hallway or entry. For both safety and comfort, it is preferable to have both feet fall within the surface of the rug in a high traffic area.