Synthetic Oriental Area Rugs

Synthetic Oriental Area Rugs

Synthetic area rugs can pull a room together perfectly. Whether you are adding one to the dining room, bedroom, or living area, area rugs can brighten a room and define your design strategy. 

There are countless types of area rugs made from natural materials. However, these tend to be pricey and less resistant to damage over time. Synthetic rugs can mimic the natural beauty of natural materials, but last longer and are easier to clean. One of the features that make a synthetic rug desirable is that some of these rugs are hypoallergenic, which means they are great for those who suffer from seasonal allergies.

Before You Buy

• Budget. Before you purchase your synthetic area rug, consider what your budget is. In the modern design market, you can find just about any size, color, and material without looking very hard. Keep in mind that the pricing will vary depending on what size you choose. If you are searching for a larger area rug, like an 8x10, be prepared to spend a few hundred dollars.  However, know that when you purchase from Luxe Decor Inc., you are getting what you pay for high-quality and durable rugs that spotlight your room and make your house cozy. Synthetic rugs will typically run cheaper than handwoven rugs made of natural fibers and materials.
• Size. The size of your area rug will be determined by its placement. Where are you planning on putting the rug? In the dining room beneath the table? Underneath the coffee table in the family room? No matter where you place it, there are several factors you will want to consider. For instance, if you are placing a rug in the living room, will it sit strictly beneath the coffee table, or do you want a rug that is big enough to surround the table with room enough to place furniture on its edges? These are the types of questions you should ask yourself. Once you have decided where it will go, take some measurements and determine the best size for your space.
• Shape. The most common rug shape is a rectangle. However, there are many companies that also sell circular and square rugs. The shape of your rug should be based on its placement, just as the size is. Rectangular rugs tend to be more flexible in how you place them. This makes it easy to rearrange your furniture and still make the rug work. Circular and square rugs are better suited for smaller spaces, like a kitchen, bathroom, or reading nook.

High Pile vs. Low Pile

Rug piling refers to how thick the materials of the rug are. High pile rugs are more luxurious underfoot and feel amazing on bare feet. They are a type of rug you can really sink your feet into. However, these rugs are more demanding when it comes to maintenance and cleaning. You cannot simply vacuum them, or beat them with a broom. Instead, most high pile rugs require specialized cleaning.

On the other hand, low pile rugs are really ideal for families with pets and kids. These rugs are easily cleaned with a vacuum and carpet cleaner. They are also durable, which means they can be beaten with a broom. Because of their durability, low pile rugs tend to last longer and retain their new look for a much longer time period. Many synthetic rugs are stain resistance, and some are even hypoallergenic.

• Color. Area rugs can be used to brighten up a space. Whether they accent a wooden dining room table or highlight your living room furniture, a synthetic area rug can bring the room together beautifully. The color of your rug should depend on the other colors in the room. What color are the walls and the furniture? If they are neutral tones, you might want to add a splash of color with a floral rug that has some light and playful colors in it. Or, you might choose a rug that has subtle earth tones: greens, greys, tans, and blues.
• Design. There are almost limitless options when it comes to the design of an area rug. Some people will choose a geometric design in order to complement their more modern style of a room. Others will choose synthetic Persian rugs or synthetic Oriental rugs to match a mid-century room or one that shows off the beauty of old antiques.

Types of Synthetic Rug Materials

• Nylon. Nylon fibers are well-known for their strength and durability, making them an ideal material for synthetic carpets and rugs. Nylon rugs tend to hold up well for pets and kids and last a long time. This type of rug material is also somewhat stain-resistant, which means you can count on easy cleaning and maintenance.
• Polyester. Polyester has built-in stain resistance, although it is not quite as durable as nylon. Advances in the past several decades have caused polyester to become a leading synthetic material used in clothing, carpet, rugs, and so much more. Polyester synthetic rugs are most assuredly easy to maintain.
• Polypropylene (Olefin). Olefin material mimics the look of synthetic wool carpet, which makes it desirable to some aesthetically. However, this material has less durability, although significantly more stain resistance, than other materials like polyester and Triexta. Polypropylene rugs are hypoallergenic, so if you are an allergy sufferer, this could lessen your struggles during the allergy season.
• Triexta. Triexta is a more recently created synthetic fiber. It is more eco-friendly due to the use of corn glucose, rather than petroleum in the manufacturing process. It is also a much softer and more durable material in comparison to other synthetic fibers like polyester and nylon. 

Why Choose a Synthetic Rug?

Synthetic materials have come a long way in the past several decades. Not only that, but rugs made of these materials tend to be cheaper, but equally as durable as those made of natural materials. Synthetic rugs are also available in countless colors and designs, making them valued among interior designers and home renovators alike.

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