Even if you frequently clean your carpets, they can still be ideal places for pests to hide. These critters can eat away at your carpet and ruin it. Learn what types of carpet pests could be hiding in your carpet and how to see their signs.
Carpet Moths
Carpet moths are beige and small and enjoy laying their eggs in rugs. The moths themselves do not cause visible damage, but they can lay 100 to 150 eggs, and the larvae can cause significant harm. Once they develop into small caterpillars, they will eat away at the fibers of your carpet.
Some of the signs that you have carpet moths are:
Loose carpet fibers
Small cocoons that blend in with your carpet
Squirming larvae
Moths flying around your home
Carpet Beetles
Carpet beetles have dark bodies and wings with patterns of white, brown, and yellow. They generally prefer to eat flowers, but if they get inside your building, they will lay eggs in your carpet, wool rugs, and leather furniture. The larvae will eat almost anything once they hatch.
If you see any of the following, you may have carpet beetles in your home:
Skins and pellets on or near your carpet
Beetles crawling around your windows and skirtings
Unusual holes in your fabrics
Squirming larvae on your carpet
Small cocoons under your rug
You will most likely see the damage before seeing the actual pests.
Silverfish
Silverfish have sleek bodies that are blue-silver or brown-grey. They have three bristles on their rear. They usually eat away at household materials, but if they do not have access to those, they will begin eating the fibers in your carpet.
Some indicators that you may have a silverfish infestation are:
Holes in wallpaper, clothing, and carpets
Yellow stains around the holes
Fecal matter that looks like black pepper in any corners
Silverfish in food packages
If you think you have any of these carpet pests, hire a professional carpet cleaner to steam clean your rugs, because the heat will kill the pests. Professionals can also recommend other methods to prevent this from happening in the future to save your wall-to-wall carpeting or rugs.
An area rug works well tying a room together and instilling an air of coziness and comfort – but did you know that they can also provide three surprising health benefits?
Although we might not associate a carpet with improved indoor air quality, rugs can have a beneficial effect on the air you breathe in every day.
Besides improving the condition of the air inside your home, here are three ways that purchasing an area rug for your home can improve your overall health and well-being.
Improves Air Quality
Gravity causes particles, such as dust, pollen, pet dander, and bacteria to fall to the floor of your home, and for many years experts advised people with allergies to remove all carpeting from their homes, thinking that they were damaging to their health. But now, numerous studies have shown that having carpet can actually be beneficial to people with allergies because they trap allergens, which keeps particles out of the air where they would otherwise be breathed in. If you suffer from allergies or other breathing conditions like asthma, purchasing an area rug can help lessen some of your symptoms.
Cushions Slips and Falls:
An area rug is a great way to cushion your footsteps and protect against injuries that may result from slips and falls. Rugs offer safety protection for the whole family, especially young children and older adults who are more susceptible to accidental falls.
Thermal Insulation
In colder seasons, an area rug provides thermal resistance by retaining warm air longer. This extra source of insulation can be valuable for people with health problems and have trouble staying warm. Extra protection from the cold can also be helpful if you or a family member comes down with an illness like the flu or a cold, which also affects your body’s ability to remain warm.
Decorating homes can present several challenges. Some rooms in your home may seem too small, while others don’t have enough light. Even if making structural changes like adding extensions, skylights, and windows isn’t an option right now, you can still your interior design challenges without breaking the bank.
The fact remains that an indoor rug can be used to solve several very common design challenges, so you don’t have to endure the stress and cost that comes along with a major home renovation. The following list describes three ways that rugs can resolve frequent design issues in your home:
Brighten Dark Rooms
Bringing light to a dark room is a sure-fire way to make it more appealing. To brighten a room that lacks radiance, it is important to lighten the floors. If you can’t replace a dark floor, cover the area with a light-colored rug. This not only illuminates the area, but it makes it appear more open.
Unify furniture
When your room is missing harmony it appears to lack an authentic “finished look”, the addition of a neutral area rug can help bring a scattered room together by anchoring your furniture around the centerpiece of a room, like the bed in a bedroom, or the coffee table in a living room. Rugs can also connect parts of a room that may otherwise appear to be disjointed like blinds, side-tables and dining tables.
Enlarge Room Size
When using a rug to help your room look bigger, it’s important to make sure it is a properly sized. Though there are no official rules within interior design for choosing specific rugs for particular room sizes, a common mistake people make is buying a rug that is too small for their space. Experts say the best way to determine the correct rug size for a room is to make sure that it is big enough for all of the room’s furniture to sit upon.
If you’re like most people, there are several more months of winter to get through before spring will be sprung. As nationwide cold temperatures make it difficult to get out and about, you might find yourself feeling bored and stir-crazy.
But before vowing to move to somewhere that has a warm climate year-round, why not consider making the most of being trapped indoors by working on some home improvement projects (indoors of course)?
Help improve the atmosphere of your home overall by following these three easy home improvement projects that you might want to attempt before the spring comes:
Repaint
If you want to brighten your mood – or if you’re tired of looking at the color of your walls, repaint them with a cheery color to lessen the effects of the gloomy weather. A new coat of paint can lift the spirit and the atmosphere of the entire room, but don’t forget to open your windows to let fresh air in while painting.
Brighten Up Your Room(s)
It may be dark outside, but this doesn’t mean that it has to be dark inside your home as well. Installing new lights, lamps, or a brand new area rug can be a simple and affordable project that will have a lasting effect on the radiance of your home. Rugs provide the added benefit of warming up your space throughout the remaining cold months and will be good for trapping pollen once spring arrives in full.
De-clutter
Winter is the best time to work on getting organized before the nice weather arrives. After all, no one wants to spend a sunny day indoors sifting through a cluttered garage or closet. Rather than trying to tackle your entire home at once, commit a few hours each day to cleaning out various areas. Start with something small like a shelf or set of drawers, and work your way up to larger spaces like your closet and the garage. Not only will taking it slow help you pace yourself, but you’ll be able to see the progress you make as the days go by.
Now that the holiday season is over, it’s not uncommon for people to feel down as they return to their day-to-day lives. A great way to keep the post-holiday blues away is to create a serene and calm environment in your home with new rug.
Most people instinctively recognize that rugs can change the way they feel about a room, but what many don’t realize is that a good rug is more than a simple decoration. Here are three reasons why the effects of a fresh new rug can brighten up your winter and keep the post-holiday blues at bay.
Warmth
With the cold months of the winter still ahead, a new rug is a great way to insulate your home after the holiday season. Most know that rugs and carpeting are warmer than hard surface flooring, but many are unaware that they also have greater insulating value, especially if the rug has a pad under it. Though a good rug can help increase the warmth in any room, they offer a special benefit to basements and areas where the floors can get outright cold.
Relax Energy Flow
Many people intuitively know that a rug can make a room feel more comfortable. Feng shui provides additional insight to this idea, as energy travels faster over hard surfaces and slower over soft surfaces according to these principles. Fast flowing energy can create an atmosphere of anxiety. Rugs assist in this area by slowing the energy flow down, thereby creating a more serene atmosphere inside a room.
Harmonize Furniture
Without a rug, furniture can seem as though it is floating aimlessly within a space. A rug can help anchor your furniture, but it should be large enough that the main pieces of furniture can all sit on the rug, or at least have the front legs fit comfortably. This anchoring technique can help create a more stable and comfortable environment for you and your family throughout the new year.
“Some find a beautiful space, others make a space beautiful.”
H.I. Khan
As technology continues to flourish, we often forget about basic things in life that does not have a battery or screen. Things that bring stability and comfort in one’s life. Simple things that can be brought into a room and add color.
Yes, we’re talking about a rug. Not only does a rug bring comfort to a person, but it also brings out the creativity that may be locked away. Rugs are a great inexpensive solution to showing your creativity, but, choosing the perfect rug can be daunting.
In recent years the rug business has evolved; choosing the best rug for your home or business has become an exact science with the help of carpet experts. From selecting the correct size of a rug to the steps to color and finally ordering, the process has been streamlined to you, the consumer. Koeckritz Rugs, provides complementary samples to make selecting your perfect rug easy!
This article will be your ultimate rug and carpet selection guide from beginning to end!
Selecting the Size
Will you need to cover the entire floor or just part of it? What if you only have a small confined space, what’s the right proportion of the size of the rug?
Lesley Myrick, an interior designer in the above YouTube video, provided a quick guide in choosing the proper size of rug(s)s for your space. It even provides recommendations about rug placement.
In a more detailed approach, here are more tips regarding rug size broken down room-by-room:
Bedroom
If you are narrowing your search to one large rug to be placed adjacent to your bed, we recommend that the rug extend at least 2-3 feet on either side of the bed. If a rug of that size is simply out of your price range, a good alternative is to opt for a traditional “bedside” layout. This features two small rugs on either side of the bed and one rug at the foot of the bed. For a guest room or kids’ room with two beds, consider placing one rug between them.
Hallways
Many people forget about hallways when they are decorating with rugs. A runner is a beautiful solution to make a statement in this often neglected space. First, measure the hallway and then subtract 12 inches from the length and width. This will allow for a six-inch border all around. If you have an extra long hallway, using two runners laid end to end is perfectly acceptable. You may also want to consider investing in a rug pad, which will protect both the rug and the floor from scuffs.
However, should you need further assistance regarding the best rug size, please contact the experts at Koeckritz Rugs at (847) 859-5459.
Choosing the Right Color
Solids and colors and patterns! Oh, my!
You’re almost ready to really begin your rug shopping. Your next step should be taking a quick inventory of your color scheme. To tie the look of the room together, you’ll want to select a rug that complements the main colors in the room.
If you visit a physical store, we suggest you take along a throw pillow and a color swatch of your drapes, furniture or wall colors with you. It’s incredibly hard to visualize how the colors will work together without any reference.
Use these basics to get you started on your hunt: 1) If your primary furniture, such as a sofa, is a solid color, consider selecting a patterned rug. 2) Match the secondary color in a patterned rug to your sofa. Match the third rug color to your pillows, drapes, wall color or other accents in the room. 3) If your primary furniture is upholstered in a pattern or is elaborate in design, a solid-colored rug would work really well. 4) Make sure a solid-colored rug complements your sofa color, and match it to the accent colors in the room, such as artwork or a vase. 5) Since a rug serves to anchor the room, the color and style of your rug can establish the mood. Dark, rich colors help define a more intimate space while lighter colors make a smaller space appear larger. Spicy hues such as yellow, orange or red add warmth while cool colors create calm, especially in a sunny room.
Color is important. It helps to define our mood and our overall sense of style. Cool colors like purple, blue and green are said to be calming and relaxing. Warm colors such as red, orange and yellow lift our mood and pump up our energy levels.
Rich, dark jewel tones such as burgundy, burnt orange, mahogany and hunter green often set a more traditional and formal style. Bright blues, yellows, greens and reds create a more Provencal or Scandinavian feel depending on which textiles and furniture you choose. Sleek black and silver usually lend themselves to a contemporary look. Pastels lend well to shabby chic, country, cottage and beachfront-inspired décor.
When choosing color schemes for your home it is often best to choose colors that are either directly opposite from one another on the color wheel (complementary colors) or directly next to each other on the color wheel (tertiary colors). These are the colors that are most harmonious with each other and they tend to produce the best looking interiors.
The infographic above shows that we also need to take into consideration foot traffic. There are rugs more suited for entry ways rather than for bedrooms. Also, how do you want the rug to feel? Plushy? Woven? The infographic will be your guide in choosing the right material from the four categories.
Choosing the Material
The look, feel, durability and value of a rug has a lot to do with the materials used during manufacturing. If you want a rug that meets your needs immediately and are not concerned with its longevity, then any rug will do. However, if you prefer to get many years of use, then select luxury materials are a much better choice.
Let’s start with an overview of the various types of materials commonly used in manufacturing rugs. Just as the characteristics will vary between the types of rug materials, so will the cost. In-depth information on various types of materials can be found on their respective pages.
There are two groups of rug materials:
Natural: Animal or plant fibers, including wool, cotton, sisal, jute, seagrass or bamboo.
Synthetic: Man-made material such as viscose, rayon, nylon, acrylic or polypropylene/olefin.
Wool is widely used and it is the main component of higher quality pile area rugs. Most wool comes from sheep, but it can also come from goats, llamas or alpaca. Wool is a resilient material and it has greater durability than synthetic material. Wool absorbs and retains dyes amazingly well. It is naturally resistant to fire, water and stains. Wool area rugs also naturally resist dust mites, which is important to people with allergies, because dust mites can aggravate allergies.
Cotton is a natural fiber that is strong and durable. Area rugs made of cotton can easily absorb and retain a wide variety of dyes, which provides the user with a multitude of color choices. In rug making, cotton is often used in conjunction with wool. Area rugs made with the cotton-wool blend have a nice feel, especially on bare feet. Cotton-wool rugs usually cost less than all-wool rugs, but people should be aware that cotton has a tendency to wear out sooner than wool.
Sisal, extracted from the leaves of the ‘Agave Sisalana’ plant, is the most popular of the plant fibers used for rug making. This plant, sometimes called the American Aloe or Century Plant, is native to Central America, but is now grown all over the world, especially in Java, East Africa and Mexico. Even though sisal is only one of the plant-based rug materials, the name has come to be used generically for all plant-based rug materials. Sisal has long, fine fibers that allow it to be made into smooth textured yarn. Sisal rugs are anti-static, sound absorbing, flame retardant and long lasting, all of which make sisal rugs worthy of your consideration.
Jute, made from stem fiber plants, comes mainly from India and China. Jute is well-suited for making durable yarns and fabrics because of its stability and firmness. Like other plant fibers such as sisal and coir, jute has a nice look when made into rugs, but it can be coarse and also susceptible to stains. This is just one of the reasons that natural and synthetic rug materials might be blended together to make area rugs.
Seagrass (also spelled sea grass, with a space) comes from a tall plant found in wetlands areas. It has grass-like stems and is a durable material for rugs. Seagrass is known for its non-porous surface that gives it a naturally smooth texture. It has a hay-like smell and color, both of which will fade over time.
Nylon, another of the synthetic rug materials, is widely used in rug making. Nylon rugs have great characteristics such as uniformity and strength as well as stain and soil resistance. Nylon area rugs come in an unlimited variety of colors and they can be easily cleaned. The resilient nature of nylon rigs makes them a good choice for placing under furniture and for areas of heavy traffic. The cost of a nylon rug is usually less than that of rugs made from natural materials. However, nylon rugs do not hold their value as well as a quality wool or silk area rug.
As you can see, there are numerous materials to choose from with different pros and cons. If you feel a bit overwhelmed after reading that, please do not hesitate to call our rug experts at 847-859-5459. We’ll guide you thru the process.
Thickness
If your rug is very thin or delicate, you probably shouldn’t dust it yourself. In fact, the looser the weave in the rug, the less dirt and grit will stay in the rug. The thicker the weave, the more particulates it can hold – up to 1 pound per square foot!
This is a short and sweet tip, but nonetheless an important consideration in buying a rug. However, if you’d like to talk about the thickness of a rug in more details, feel free to call Koeckritz Rugs at (847) 859-5459 and an expert will be more than happy to speak with you.
Carpet dealers at most specialty rug stores will show you a range of rugs styles at various price points. Choosing a wool/polyester blend over silk or even wool will mitigate costs without sabotaging style. Or consider a machine-made rug while you save up for that hand-woven masterpiece.
Luxury rugs are designed to last a lifetime. Before handing over your credit card, take a rug home on approval to ensure you love your choice, the coloring is correct, etc.
How to Clean Wine Spills and Mess for Carpets and Area Rugs.
It’s that time of year for celebration! So Celebrate responsibility! Clean wine spills and other mess with these tips and tricks.
Wine Spills: The First Response.
Then take a clean cloth of paper towel and dab/blot the spill. Get the excess wine up and out of the carpet or clothing fibers ASAP. Once you have the majority of the spill blotted up, use these methods below! To begin, you can take your favorite carpet shampoo and clean as you would if the wine stain were a bit of dirt on the carpet or rug. Depending on what you have on hand, you can remove a wine stain based on what you have available. An arsenal of everyday red wine stain removers includes hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, soda ash, vinegar, club soda, salt, white wine and Scotchgard’s Oxy Carpet Cleaner.
Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
-When red wine hits a white shirt, tablecloth or light colored carpet, try to blot up as much of the wine as possible and then spray hydrogen peroxide on the stain, followed by a hefty sprinkle of baking soda.
-Make sure that the peroxide and soda fully cover the stained area and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Then rinse with water. This method and the product, “Wine Away” are my go to for quickly and completely removing red wine stains.
White Wine for Red Wine Stains??
-Yes! When red wine is spilled onto your carpet or clothes, white wine can be your best friend. White wine will help neutralize red wine and will make it easier to lift the color off of carpet. Simply pour white wine over the stained area and very gently blot the liquid up with a thick clean towel. Careful not to rub as this will force the stain into the carpet fibers. If the stain is still visible… you can add salt or soda to continue lifting out pigment.
Club Soda and Wine Stains
-Club soda can be poured on the stain. The carbonation will help to lift the stain from the carpet fibers while the salt acts as a buffer. This keeps the stain from setting in.
Vinegar and Soap or Soda
-Vinegar does a nice job of neutralizing the purple pigments. It can be combined with the stain-fighting force of either laundry soap (dye free is best) or soda. Apply laundry soap or washing soda directly over the vinegar and give it a few minutes to soak in, then rinse and wash with a clean towel.
Oxy Carpet Cleaner
-Scotchgard’s Oxy Carpet Cleaner works well. It lifts stains and provides a stain protector to the area of the carpet it was used to clean. It is available at places like Target or Walmart for around $6.
Salt – Who Knew?
Salt can be poured on the spill to keep the wine from setting. You can then figure out which method of clean up you would like to go with.
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You know you want to gift something that lends opulence and luxury to any space, but you might not be sure which rug is best for the person you have in mind. You don’t want to spoil the surprise, but you want to purchase one the recipient is sure to love. Luckily, you can gift the perfect rug by answering a few simple questions.
What Type of Personality Does the Recipient Have?
Rugs can be highly expressive of the owner’s tastes and personality. For example, a custom cut rug in a bold color and plush material can speak volumes about the owner’s style. It’s important to get a rug that matches the recipient’s personality. The perfect rug can match traditional, modern, country, eco-friendly, or luxury décor. Ask yourself what type of personality the recipient has, and start your search from there.
What Room Are You Shopping For?
Have a specific room in mind when you rug shop for someone else. That way, you can decide on the color, size, and style of the rug accordingly and know for sure it will be the perfect fit. Next time you’re at the person’s home, look around for a space that a rug would improve. Rugs look great anywhere, but a few common places are beneath furniture, on stairs, next to sinks, and covering outdoor spaces. Take note of the color scheme and décor of the room, and think about a rug style that would complement the space. Take measurements if possible, and shop away!
Do You Need a Versatile Rug for Anywhere?
If you’re not exactly sure what type of rug the person would love, go with a rug that will improve any room. Perform a search for monochromatic background colors and mild, small-scale designs that won’t overwhelm picky recipients. Maximize versatility with a medium-sized rug. Make sure to only purchase from a company that has a return policy, just in case your gift recipient needs to return or swap the rug for a different style or size.
You might see dollar signs when you think of purchasing a new rug, but there are thousands of rug styles that fit virtually any holiday shopping budget. The person who receives the rug will think you spent a lot, when in reality you bargain shopped for a small, high-quality rug at KoeckritzRugs.com! Affordable rugs are thoughtful and long-lasting gifts that people will treasure for years to come. It’s the perfect gift for anyone this season.
Sports Team Rugs
Sports-themed rugs are great unique gifts for sports lovers in your family or circle of friends. They’re small and affordable, with a variety of favorite team logos and colors available at Koeckritz Rugs, Inc.
A sports rug is a great gift for hard-to-shop-for men. They’re functional, durable, and stylish – a gift the sports lover in your life will truly appreciate. Choose from 4 different rug styles for each team!
Braided Jute Rugs
Know someone who’s eco-friendly? This year, impress him or her with a beautiful braided jute rug in color schemes that fit in anywhere. Koeckritz Rugs, Inc. has small to medium braided rugs suitable for any budget, with fun and attractive designs. Find braided rugs that feature fish, deer, bear, and moose for a nature-loving friend, or a simpler pattern that will complement existing décor.
Stylish Stair Treads
Virtually anyone with a hardwood staircase could use a set of stylish, safe, and functional stair treads. Stair treads are a safety must, especially for households that include the elderly or pets. Stair treads can add flair to any staircase, as well as an element of safety when they come custom-cut with treads that reduce slippage and increase traction.
Circle Seats
Circle seat rugs in fun, bright colors are ideal gifts for kids’ rooms, creative spaces, or classrooms. They are available in a wide range of sizes and colors at Koeckritz Rugs, Inc. at prices that start at just $35.
Purchase individual rugs, mix and match colors, or get a bargain when you buy sets of six.
It may be the season for giving, but who said that doesn’t include giving a little something to yourself? Spread the holiday cheer around your own home by buying yourself a beautiful new area rug.
Koeckritz Rugs has options for every style and budget, from luxury collections to small outdoor rugs. Rugs are excellent, long-lasting investments that can be just what you need in the midst of holiday shopping, baking, and decorating.
3 Benefits of Buying a New Rug
It’s always a good time for a new rug. Buying a new rug for any room can make it more stylish, comfortable, and livable. Rugs are great for indoor and outdoor spaces, and are some of the most affordable décor options that update and freshen entire rooms. Here are three reasons you should buy yourself a new rug this season:
Home insulation. Covering your floors with area rugs can improve the comfort of your home during cold winter months. Rugs provide extra insulation and keep your toes warm while you walk around. Thick wool rugs are ideal for insulating cold rooms.
Noise reduction. If you live in a home with high ceilings with irritating echoes, investing in a rug can help. Rugs are especially important in apartment complexes, where downstairs neighbors will appreciate the noise reduction when you have holiday guests.
Add timeless style. Area rugs are accent pieces your home simply can’t go without. Rugs fill out and finish off a room, adding a touch of style and sophistication. There has to be at least one room in your house that would look better with a new rug!
Shopping for a new area rug for your home or apartment can be a fun and rewarding way to break up the holiday stress this year. Treat yourself to a new rug this holiday season and enjoy great limited-time sales at Koeckritz Rugs, Inc.
A rug can be one of the most important elements of a room; they soften sounds, provide comfort, and enhance interior designs. When you look at area rug choices, you may wonder which one best fits your style.
Should you choose one that’s traditional or contemporary? Will a Navajo, Persian, or Tibetan rug go best with your décor? Here are some of the most popular rug types explained.
Traditional Rugs
This type of rug features flowers and vines, medallions, and ornate borders. The very first ones came from Persia and lend an elegant, classic look wherever they’re used. Use them to separate formal seating and dining areas.
Vintage Rugs
Vintage rugs are extremely trendy whether you are designing a traditional space or a laid-back family room. They are available in patterns like those found on traditional rugs, but have the worn and faded look of an antique.
Natural-Fiber Rugs
These rugs are made from materials such as sea grass or jute. They’re durable and have complex woven textures that add visual interest. Choose them when you want to create a casual feel.
Moroccan Rugs
These fluffy, shaggy rugs have thick fibers that kept Moroccan mountain dwellers warm during the coldest months. Their softness adds a luxurious feel to bedrooms and looks inviting next to the fireplace.
Tibetan Rugs
Traditionally, Tibetan rugs come from highland sheep’s wool. They use a knotting method that is different from any other wool weaving. They come in many different types of designs that range from floral prints to tiger stripes.
Navajo Rugs
These rugs are textiles often woven by the Navajo people of the four corners. They feature bright colors including red, green, yellow, and black woven into angular patterns.
Contemporary Rugs
Contemporary rugs come in popular patterns like chevron or trellis. They are less formal than traditional rugs and are often easy-maintenance for busy families.
Koeckritz Rugs, Inc., provides pre-made rugs from area manufacturers and custom-cut rugs for every taste. Whether you’re looking for a faux animal print, a sports team logo. or chic modern shag, contact us today.
Color is tied to emotion. When parents decorate a child’s room, they may design around a popular theme or character without realizing the impact a color rug has on childhood behavior. When choosing a rug for nurseries, playrooms, and bedrooms, parents should take the impact of color into consideration. Here are some colors that energize and excite along with hues that relax and soothe.
Warm Color Rug
For most people, warm colors create feelings of security as they visually warm cold spaces. They can also have an energizing effect. Here’s a breakdown of each hue’s impact on mood and behavior.
Red – Energizes the body and mind. It stimulates breathing and heart rate, and in some cases, it can increase aggression. Use red as an accent color but avoid it as a whole room choice when areas are used for sleeping or study.
Orange – This friendly color boosts confidence and communication, making it an excellent choice for siblings who share a room. An orange rug incorporates the color without making it too overwhelming.
Yellow – Cheerfulness results whenever this sunny color is used. Pale yellow helps children concentrate. Consider a soft yellow rug in the reading corner of a room.
Cool Colors
Cool blues and greens make children feel calm and relaxed, but they can also worsen feelings of sadness or depression. Here are some things to consider when decorating a child’s room with cooler hues.
Blue – This color lowers anxiety, aggression, and blood pressure. If your child has a hard time reining in his or her temper, a blue rug might offer a soothing place to cool off.
Green – Don’t hesitate to use green in any environment. This color improves reading comprehension and creates a feeling of positive well-being.
When viewers look at interior designs that incorporate rugs, most concepts involve a rectangular or square rug. Although these styles are commonplace, many buyers think the shape won’t work with existing furniture or rectangular rooms. Round rugs provide a variety of options and choosing the best one to complement an existing design or layout may be overwhelming for first-time buyers. If you fall in love with a round rug, take it home. Here’s how to choose the perfect rug for the perfect space.
Dimensions Matter
When you choose a rectangular rug, always find one large enough that it touches at least one piece of furniture in the room. The same rule applies to round rugs. Curved edges soften furniture groupings and angular spaces, but only if they can curve gracefully underneath some of your pieces.
Use round rugs to unify a room. Place one curve under the sofa and let it circle around adjacent pieces like a warm embrace. Another option is separating one area from another by using a small rug for a grouping.
Curves Go Together
Round rugs work well under circular dining tables and round coffee tables. They also help emphasize curves in statement pieces. Make sure that a rug being used under a dining room table is large enough to fit all your chairs, or you won’t get the effect you were seeking.
A Round Rug Soften Angles
If you have a small, cramped space that’s distinctly angular, add a round rug. Hallways and entries don’t provide space for much décor, but a small round rug can add color and soften corners. If you don’t have space for an entire round rug, half-moon rugs embellish even the smallest spaces.
Koeckritz Rugs, Inc., specializes in custom area rugs that come in any size and shape. Check out our luxury collection today.
When the temperature drops, warm colors inside make rooms feel cozy and festive. Did you know you can place a seasonal area rug in most rooms to brighten the mood?
Most of our seasonal area rug includes a variety of colors. Adding accessories like fall foliage and throw pillows can bring out autumn hues in a rug so they seem more prominent. Here are our favorite ways to use rugs in autumn décor.
Decorate Your Front Door for Fall
Use a half-circle or rectangular rug in fall colors to anchor a seasonal display. Pile heirloom or traditional pumpkins on either side or flank your rug with pots of mums. Hang a fall wreath in the same colors on your door to invite visitors in.
Add Seasonal Safety to Your Fireplace
There’s nothing cozier than the first fire of fall. Whether your fireplace is wood-burning or gas, encourage relaxing by the fire with a fire-resistant hearth rug. This is a great place to bring in fall colors, since you’ll use your fireplace during the colder weather months.
Make Your Living Room Fall Fabulous
Go all out with a seasonal themed rug you’ll enjoy year after year. If your seating area is formal, choose a simple pattern in red, gold, and earth tones. For a more playful feel, opt for rugs woven with fall foliage patterns or a pumpkin motif.
Small vases filled with fall flowers add seasonal flair. Sunflowers and alstroemeria last for more than a week if you change their water every two or three days.
If a room-sized rug isn’t in the budget, place a smaller area rug in entry areas or under small furniture groupings. In your dining room, emphasize fall colors by adding pumpkin-hued candles and centerpieces with harvest vegetables.
Koeckritz Rugs, Inc., has rugs to enhance your home every season of the year. Find out how to get 15 percent off your rug order today.
Carpet treads minimize slipping and increase traction. Great for pets and pet owners! They help extend the life of your high traffic hardwood stairs. We will show you how easy it is to install them in your home.
You will need the following materials: Clean Damp Cloth. Scissors, tape measure. Double sided Carpet tape (provided with your stair tread order)
1) First prep the area. Clean all of the stairs with a clean damp cloth. Wait for the surface to dry. 2) Once the surface is dry, place the stair tread on the step with the back facing upwards. Then use the top of the step as a guide to cut the double sided tape to size. The tape should be near the short end of the carpet tread. About a 1/2 inch. 3) Once the carpet tape is cut, place the tape near the long edge of the tread. About 1/2 inch away from the long edge. 4) Repeat this on the opposite side of the stair tread. Press down on carpet tape to better secure. 5) Once the tape is secured peel the film from the tape. 6) lip the carpet tread over a gently, set the carpet tread on the step. Do not press down yet. Use a measuring tape to help center the tread. Measure between 0.5 -1 inch away from the front edge of the step. Remeasure to make sure tread is centered before securing. Flip the tread over. Press along the long side when the tape was placed to secure the carpet tread. 7) Repeat the process until you have attached all of your custom stair treads.
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Brides are adding beauty and style to their walk down the aisle by utilizing rugs an important part of their outdoor wedding decorations. The trend is becoming more popular, and it looks as if it’s here to stay. How can you choose a rug that matches your wedding’s personal style and flair?
Brighten Up an Outdoor Venue
The nice thing about outdoor nuptials is that little decoration is required – simply let nature speak for itself. While you might not have to worry about floral arrangements, an outdoor rug can bring an inexpensive and stylish pop of color. Consider an earthy tone to complement a fall backdrop, or a deep red to contrast with a wintry scene.
Select an Outdoor Wedding Runner
The days of decorating the aisles with lace and white roses are over – consider a chic and stylish aisle runner instead. A mid-century modern aisle runner will give your wedding a classic, elegant feel. Choose a single runner, or consider stacking rugs of different shapes and sizes to create visual interest.
Create a Sitting Area
Today’s weddings are more relaxed and focused on creating a pleasant experience for guests. Create a sitting area for your guests – think vintage couches and dark wood cocktail tables. A plush rug will pull together all these elements and serve not only as a place for your guests to have a good conversation, but as a conversation piece itself.
Have Fun
Remember, it’s your wedding. Choose a rug that matches your personal style and unique flair. The best thing about using a rug in your ceremony is that it’s a decoration you’ll reuse for years to come. Each time you look down at your wedding rug, you’ll be reminded of your special day. That’s reason enough to consider adding a rug to your outdoor wedding.
An outdoor rug may be built to last, but they endure more wear and tear than most. Inclement weather, heavy foot traffic, and time can all take their toll. Fortunately, there are a few ways to protect your outdoor rug looking as fresh as the day you bought it.
Store it When You’re Not Using it
This may seem like an obvious tip, but some people take the “all seasons” label on a rug at face value. If you’re not going to be using your rug for weeks or months at a time, roll it up and keep it in storage. Cover it with a plastic tarp and hold it together with bungee cords. In the spring, you can roll it out looking fresh and vibrant.
Clean the Rug Regularly
Outdoor rugs take on heavy foot traffic, torrential rainfall, and more than their fair share of dirt. Protect your investment by cleaning your outdoor rug monthly. Take this easy DIY approach: make a solution of mild dish soap and water, lightly scrubbing with a nylon brush. After scrubbing, rinse with a hose and let dry.
Tackle Tough Stains Immediately
If you’re hosting parties and run into a spill with wine or a tomato-based product like ketchup, clean it right away. Start by blotting the stain with a clean cloth, removing excess moisture. Next, use club soda to neutralize the acid in the spill and prevent permanent staining.
Minimize Sun Exposure
This may seem like a tall order, but the sun’s rays can be damaging to vibrant colors and fabrics. Consider placing your rug in the shade or under a patio umbrella to prevent sunwashing. An exception to this rule is after cleaning – you’ll want to dry your rug in the sun to prevent mold growth.
Your outdoor rug is an investment. Protect your outdoor rug this season and in the years to come with these simple yet effective tips.
Small living spaces can pose a challenge to homeowners when they are trying to decide furniture placement within a room. While you want to make the most of your home’s available space, you also don’t want it to appear cluttered or crowded.
Fortunately, you can make the most of your small spaces using an area rug and these simple tips.
Consider Built-Ins
Built-in shelving is one of the easiest ways to maximize your available space. These investment pieces are ideal because they allow you to create storage and other solutions in an otherwise challenging space. If you’re constrained by your budget, this doesn’t have to be expensive – for example, consider an artful display of shelves to hold books, media, and more.
This is also a good time to consider furniture that serves different functions – for example, a sitting room can easily double as a guest room with the addition of a sofa bed.
Let There Be Light
One of the easiest ways to make a room appear more spacious is to let in natural light. Sunshine is a simple and effective way to create a feeling of openness. To achieve this with little effort, hang a mirror where it will reflect natural light from the window. It also works to create the optical illusion of more space.
Add an Area Rug
If you want to make your small space appear larger, look to this surprising space: the floor. Adding an area rug that goes beyond your furniture perimeter actually creates the illusion of more space because it draws a visitor’s eyes to the outside of the room. They also serve different purposes in different rooms – for example, it adds visual texture to a sitting room, can function as a statement piece in a small bedroom or living area, or brightens up a patio.
You don’t have to settle for small. A few simple tricks can help you maximize space and turn it into a room you love.
We may be in midst of the summer swelter, but there’s no reason you can’t throw a party outdoors. Beat the summer heat with our cool outdoor summer party décor ideas – we guarantee your friends will be talking about it long after it’s over!
Practical Summer Party Decor
First, take care of the practical considerations. How many guests will you have? Where will they sit? Create zones for cooking, eating, socializing, and outdoor games. This will help guide your decisions regarding décor. For example, a beautiful rug can pull together mismatched outdoor furniture and create a chic, intimate conversation area perfect to fit in with your other summer party decor. If you plan on your party lingering into the night, don’t forget the citronella candles or torches. They can create a festive mood while providing bug protection.
Choose Your Flowers
Floral arrangements bring life to a tablescape and make for a beautiful conversation piece. To save money on yours, pluck some blooms from your own garden and display them in a pretty vase or watering can. There’s no need to go overboard – mother nature provides much of the natural beauty to your outdoor arrangement.
Use Colorful Tableware
Save yourself time doing dishes and opt for colorful, disposable tableware and flatware. Buy plenty extra and store them in caddies on the food table. When guests inevitably drop their knives or spoons, they’ll know where to find more. Choose two or three colors, and mix and match patterns and shades for an eclectic look.
Decorate in Lights
Use a mix of candles, paper lanterns, and twinkly lights to create a fun atmosphere for your guests once the sun goes down. Consider adding solar lamps to light the entrance to your house for your guests.
An outdoor party is more casual and shouldn’t be stressful. Have fun with decorating, and your guests will love it as much as you do.
Each weekend, we gather with family and friends around our porches and gazebos and enjoy the relaxing tranquility that we associate with warmer weather. Our outdoor living areas provide the perfect place to gather and unwind from a long day or week, and floor coverings make them even more comfortable and appealing. Here’s how to choose the perfect outdoor summer rug for your space:
Consider Your Needs
Take a look at your current outdoor setup. Is it a place for people to gather around and eat a multiple course dinner? Or is it full of comfy lounges and chairs? If it’s the former, consider placing a rug directly under your outdoor dining area. If it’s the latter, a large area rug to center all your outdoor furniture will create a conversation piece.
Add an Outdoor Summer Rug with Color
Do you love the look of a bold hue but have always been afraid of using bright colors indoors? A sunny outdoor setting provides the perfect venue to experiment with different colors. An abstract pattern plays well with neutral outdoor dining furniture, while bright solid hues or alternating brights and whites adds a preppy flair.
Create Zones
If you’re working with limited space, an assortment of rugs with similar patterns can help create designated areas for eating, drinking, and conversation. The right rugs create effective “zones” that make even the smallest of spaces seem warm, inviting, and large enough to accommodate a crowd. Mix and match to create an eclectic look, or keep it all in the same color family to evoke a minimalist feel.
Your outdoor living space is a reflection of your personal style, and a rug helps bring it all together. No matter your style or price point, there’s a rug out there that will perfectly capture your chosen outdoor mood. Which will you choose this summer season?
Are you a teacher? Librarian? Maybe a babysitter watching several children?
Then we have a product for you!
Our child circle seat is a great addition to any playroom, classroom, library, or home.
What is a Circle Seat
Circle seats are a standard broadloom carpet turned into wonderful, fun & colorful round rug seat. They are perfect for sitting on indoor and outdoor in the grass or on a bench. Each one is hand cut and edges are sewn with a fabric tape to prevent fraying in the U.S.
All rugs are 18″ in diameter.
How Would a Circle Seat Benefit Children
They’re available in many fun, vibrant colors, and offer various uses to parents and caregivers. They can be used in games and activities for your children, but you can also use them as a learning tool. Not only are they useful as a visual cue and an easy way to give every child his or her space in classroom settings, but you can use them to help your kids stay organized.
Mom’s and Dad’s love ’em. So do Aunts and Uncles, Grandparents, School Teachers, Preschools, Schools, Kindergartens, Daycare’s, Bible Studies, Churches, Jewish Day Schools, Boys and Girls Clubs, Camps and much more.
You can use children’s circle seats as spots for the kids’ toys. This is a fun way to encourage your children when it is time to clean up the playroom or participate in a different activity. They’ll be excited to clean up if they see it as a game. In a daycare or school setting, having the children each have a designated carpet circle will help you keep the room orderly, and they’ll enjoy having special spots of their own.
Mom’s Best Friend
At home, children’s circle seats are great for movie time, play time, or any time they need a spot to relax and play comfortably. Children’s circle seats are easily storable, so you can use them for a clean-up game at the end of the day, and then tuck them under the bed until tomorrow.
You can purchase several children’s circle seats in different colors and help your child organize his or her toys. Repetition helps children’s memories develop, so show your child each toy’s spot and they’ll quickly catch on to which toys belong on which colors.
Every parent knows that keeping kids’ things organized each day is a tall order, but children’s circle seats offer several solutions. Regardless of whether you’ll use them in a classroom or at home, children’s circle seats are comfortable, versatile, and you can find them in colors to fit every décor.
Hardwood stairs can easily pose problems to people with various health concerns, or anyone who has difficulty ascending stairs. Additionally, hardwood can be a slip and fall hazard for people of any age. If humans can have trouble with slippery hardwood steps, your pets certainly can, as well.
Pets of any size may have trouble getting proper traction to go up and down hardwood steps, but small pets and aging pets in particular are probably going to need a helping hand. One simple solution is to install pet assist stair treads for extra traction.
What are Pet Assist Stair Treads?
Stair treads are small sections of carpet designed to fit on every step in a staircase. Skid-resistant stair treads hold their grip firmly to the hardwood without damaging it. Although stair treads with rubber backing won’t slip easily, you can add double-sided tape for extra security. You can find stair treads for your outdoor stairs, as well. Many pets have to climb up and down stairs when entering or leaving their homes, and outdoor carpet stair treads help them find more secure footing. Additionally, outdoor varieties typically stand up to severe weather for quite some time.
Carpet stair treads are helpful to humans because they supply traction as a person goes up and down the steps. When ascending or descending on bare hardwood, people wearing socks or slippery shoes risk losing their footing, and a fall onto or down hardwood stairs is rarely a pleasant experience. For pets with long hair who often slip on smooth surfaces, stair treads allow them to traverse the stairs with confidence and prevent injury.
Even the most playful, energetic pets will eventually slow down and need help from time to time, and stair treads can help your pets feel more comfortable in their homes. Thanks to the versatility of carpet stair treads, you can easily add extra traction for your furry friends on any kind of staircase, indoors or outdoors.
Interior design trends change all the time, but everyone has their own ideas about how they want their homes to look inside. Choosing the right area rug for your budget and your design scheme can be a stressful venture. The sheer number of choices can seem daunting. When it comes time to choose a rug for your home, think about the following factors to find the right one for you.
Area Rug Size and Placement
How large a space do you intend to cover with the rug? Consider how large a rug you want, and this will help you narrow down your choices. Of course, you’re going to have to consider the rug’s placement while shopping. You probably have a specific spot in mind if you’re shopping for a rug, but think about other places you could put it. One of the best aspects of area rugs is you can easily move them around, so think about how you may rearrange things in the future and find one that fits in several places.
Area Rug Shape
Next, you’re going to have to consider the rug’s shape. Rugs come in various shapes, and you want one that is going to flow well with the other design elements of the room in which you place it. For example, a quadrilateral carpet may not look as appealing surrounded by more organic shapes. Consider the placement and how you intend to use it, then think about which shape will fit the room best.
Area Rug Color
Of course, you want a beautiful rug that will match your décor and work in the spot you’ve chosen for it. Rugs are available in countless patterns, prints, and solid colors. There’s no “best answer” for this part, so go with whatever feels best to you out of the shapes and sizes you’ve chosen.
Area Rug Texture
You’re going to have to decide how you want your rug to feel. If you’re planning on placing it somewhere in your home that will see lots of foot traffic, it may be best to buy a rug with a very low profile. Higher profile, plushier rugs are going to be more susceptible to pressure trails over time from repeated traffic. However, highly textured rugs can offer pleasing effects when used in less-traveled parts of your home.
Once you start visualizing the finished space you want to make in your home, deciding on the right rug will be a snap. Take your time and shop around until you’ve determined a few possibilities before deciding, and you’re sure to be pleased with the results.
If you have spent countless hours maintaining and working on your garden, you should find the best way to relax and enjoy the space. While you can create stunning effects with your choice of plants, pottery, lighting, furniture, decorations, and structures like gazebos and awnings, have you considered how an outdoor rug may enhance your garden spaces?
Wisely utilizing a rug in your garden space can create an oasis in your backyard.
Recycle Old Carpet and Rugs
While outdoor rugs are amazing as design elements, did you consider the ways you could put your old rugs and carpet to use outside? A small section of rug or carpet can provide support and padding for your knees when gardening in low places. You can recycle old carpeting in several ways for your garden, such as an underlayment for gravel or to line a new pond. One of the perks of using old carpet under gravel and similar spaces is that while it will prevent weeds from protruding out of your gravel, it will still allow water to drain, so you don’t have to worry about flooding. Old carpet and rugs made of 100% natural fibers like cotton, jute, or wool are biodegradable, so while they’ll last quite a long time, you won’t have to worry about them harming the environment.
Creating Amazing Seating Areas
Many people like to use their flowerbeds as part of their outdoor sitting areas, and choosing a rug that matches the color of your favorite flowers can create dramatic effects. With the right lighting and furniture, you can create truly memorable outdoor spaces in your garden.
Take some time to think about what type of outdoor rug would match perfectly with the flowers, plants, furniture, and other elements of your backyard design. Outdoor rugs are durable, versatile, and fit just about any layout or design scheme. Once you find the right outdoor rug you can enjoy the added comfort and more complete aesthetic of your garden space.
Most Americans’ summer months are packed with fun events with friends and family. While you’ve probably already sorted out the pool toys and the grill, have you considered what an outdoor rug could do for your summertime fun spaces?
As you plan your next summer party, think of the activities you have planned and consider how an outdoor rug may be valuable.
Outdoor Rug Makes for Extra Comfy Seating
Finding places to sit and relax in the backyard can sometimes be challenging during summer parties. Chairs may be limited, and not everyone enjoys sitting on the grass. Outdoor area rugs provide comfortable, versatile seating. You can even use them for special occasions, like outside movie nights with the kids and their friends. During summer barbecues, outdoor rugs offer comfortable footing for your guests. If you have a gazebo or pavilion, an area rug underneath can help make the atmosphere more comfortable for enjoying outdoor meals.
Easy Cleanup for Events
Outdoor rugs are great for special occasions like weddings, graduation parties, and July 4th cookouts. You may not be too keen on the idea of keeping a nice rug outdoors for an extended time, but they can add temporary flair and comfort for your summertime occasions. They also help you with clean up after the event. Instead of cleaning dropped food and spilled drinks off of your outdoor flooring or deck, simply roll up the carpet and clean that, instead.
For important events like weddings, outdoor rugs and a carpet for the aisle can help tie the décor from the rest of the ceremony together in stunning ways. Outdoor spaces of the home are comfortable and open but still familiar and intimate, and the right outdoor rug can help create the perfect atmosphere for your most memorable summertime occasions.
How you use your outdoor rugs is up to you. They are incredibly versatile, so the next time you’re wondering how to add a finishing touch to your event decorations or how you can get additional seating for your kid’s next birthday party, consider what outdoor rugs can do for you. To place your order today, visit the Koeckritz Rugs shop.
Are you looking for custom carpet and rugs for your home? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Koeckritz Rugs, a manufacturer of customrugs, has been in the flooring business for several years and has vast experience in both retail, commercial and residential applications. Customers are our core focus, so you are guaranteed to receive the product you want in the time you want it.
We make ordering your customcarpet or rug an easy process. You will choose the size, color, and material of the product to create your perfect carpet or rug. From beginning to end, we will be there to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Koeckritz Rugs is frequently recommended when a customer is looking to buy an arearug in a specified size, design, and color as there is a large variety available. We have dozens of styles, colors, and materials on-site to choose from.
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