Regardless of whether you want to get a rug to add a bit of color and even some definition to a décor that is already established or if you always start with one, natural area rugs can be your quintessential accessory in interior design.  From an elegant oriental rug to the casual sort of look that you can get definitely get the exact look and feel to your space.  With so many styles to choose from though, not to mention materials and colors, how do you determine which one is perfect not just for you but also for the space that it is intended for?

 

In all actuality, this is easier than you might think.  Here are a few simple tips that will assist you in determining which area rug is the best one for you and your room.

 

There are two huge factors that need to be considered when you are choosing an area rug that you will adore living with.  These factors are your personal style as well as your lifestyle.

 

First of all, you will want to get a rug that will last.  It needs to be able to handle your lifestyle.  Will you be putting it in the one area in your studio that gets high traffic?  Do you have pets?  If this is the case then you want a rug that is both easy to clean and durable.  Something like wool or seagrass might be the best choice for you.  Also, remember that a rug with a dark color will be better able to hide stains in those high traffic areas.

 

You might also want to ensure that any area rug that you might be considering will ultimately complement your own personal sense of style.  Remember that you know your style and what you like better than any other person.  Trust your inner self.  You don’t need to talk yourself into going with a color or pattern that is popular but just not you.  While you might enjoy looking at it today, what happens tomorrow when the new rug glasses come off?

 

Before you decide to go out on a quest for a new area rug, do your homework and measure the space that it will be going in.  If you want to have a better selection of rugs to select from you might want to consider selecting a minimum size and a maximum size.  If you will be putting the rug on a wood floor, try to remember to let at least 1 ½ to 2 feet of the wood show on each side of the room.

 

When all is said and done, your studio will look best when you follow your own instincts.