Tag: Natural Rugs

26Aug

Trending Now: Abaca Rugs

If you haven’t gotten caught up with the increasing trend of abaca rugs, then today you will.  Ideal for coastal design, we can see this natural-fiber rug in urban homes as well as in country homes nowadays.  Abaca also called Musa, or Manila Hemp comes from an inedible banana plant that grows in the Philippines.  The very versatile plant can be used for everything from plates to paper to roofing.  The fibers of this plant are super durable and strong, making them thicker, but also softer than sisal, making them super cozy and elegant as well.

abaca rug, costal design, Amanda Lindroth

Many beautiful elements are in this coastal design room, but the Borobudur abaca rug makes the most substantial impact.  Design by Amanda Lindroth.

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10Sep

Layering Rugs For a Cozy and Collected Look

make your home inviting, neutral living room with layerd rugs

Creating the perfect ambiance in your home can be fun and challenging.  Various flooring trend ideas provide an ideal foundation for building beautiful and appealing decor in a home. Rugs can be the perfect accessory to make your space cozy and inviting.  More specifically, layering rugs throughout your home will allow you to incorporate different textures and patterns into your living spaces.  We all know that rugs protect floors from wear while also adding a decorative element to the home.

Layering Natural Texture Rugs

Layering rugs, sisal rug with cowhide, D'Apostrophe Design

D’Apostrophe Design

One factor that should be taken into consideration when layering rugs are textures and patterns.  One of the most appealing aspects of rugs over rugs is how cozy and collected can make a room feel.  When a guest enters your home, you want them to feel welcomed and relaxed.  Likewise, you want to feel that your home and its intimate spaces are peaceful retreats.  Textures and patterns will make your living room or bedroom feel warm and inviting, especially natural textures such as cowhide, jute, and sisal.  When layering rugs look to include various styles like wool, bamboo, and even animal skin, the space looks more exciting and inviting.

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