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Rug atop Terra Cotta Tile Floor

14 years ago

Just bought house with large terra cotta family room floor. Not sure what kind of rug to put over...oriental vs modern? will pattern be too much? Advice???

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bepsf
14 years ago
Depends on your personal style - but as you can see here, a traditional oriental carpet works quite well in this modern space.
Marco Lotano
Original Author
14 years ago
Yes it does work well. At first I was hesitant about the pattern with the tiles, but now I will try some traditional oriental rugs as well as patterned modern rugs. I love the color of the rug in the photo...
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Ernesto Santalla PLLC
14 years ago
Be mindful of the other fabrics in the room. The rug works in this library because it is not competing with any other patterns. It you have strong patterns elsewhere in the space, you might try a rug with an interesting texture, instead of a pattern. Sisal and Flat Woven rugs will fit well with the terra cotta as well, with its earthy feel.

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