Area Rugs
Making the most out of your home’s floor space with an area rug will have a ton of benefits, including:
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Warming up the room/space
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Reducing noises throughout your home
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Adding aesthetic designs that set artistic tones for a room
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And much, much more…
At Rug Source we have a seemingly endless supply of area rugs and carpets that vary dramatically in size, shape and designs; and the best part is that our online inventory will always be much more affordable than our big box competitors. We’re confident that you’ll be able to find the perfect area rug that meets your budget and aesthetic preferences, but there’s no doubt about it that you may need a bit of extra help while narrowing down potentially several top choices!
Our ability to provide an unbeatable combination of quality and affordability is what drives Rug Source’s success, but what really sets us apart is our understanding and willingness to go above and beyond for each and every one of our customers. We know that you’re likely to have a lot of questions for us, so always feel free to contact us online so one of our experts can answer your questions and help you throughout the entirety of your rug shopping process.
Common Shapes of Area Rugs
One of the first and foremost considerations every online rug shopper must have is their desired space for their new area rug, and this is primarily because you’ll need to be precise in terms of how exactly it will fit within your home’s existing furniture setup, or in a new home or office you’re about to move into!
The following are some common shapes when it comes to area rugs, and they all serve unique purposes throughout many sorts of creative home décor placements:
Oval & Round Area Rugs
Round area rugs have become more and more popular in recent years, and this may be because they break the mold of traditional rectangular rug arrangements. As you can probably imagine, round rugs provide a unique sense of focal point that is typically a wonderful aesthetic design for a sitting area. A lot of home and business owners will utilize round rugs within larger entryways to provide a softening effect on the area’s ambience.
Designs are countless with round rugs, and some will accentuate the rug’s shape while many others will provide a more abstract expression. But no matter where you’d like a round rug, it’s a great choice to liven up a room in a calming way.
Square Area Rugs
A lot of people absolutely love the perfect symmetry that goes into a square area rug, and how they tend to fit perfectly within many standard sized rooms. Many square rugs will utilize straight lines and a more minimalist aesthetic approach, which more often than not matches wonderfully with modern décor.
Rectangular Area Rugs
The most common shape for an area rug is a rectangle, making these area rugs the more traditional choice within just about any home décor ambience and style. What’s great about rectangular area rugs is that there is a seemingly limitless supply within Rug Source’s online inventory, and they come in all materials and styles!
Runner Rugs
Runner rugs are the shape of choice when it comes to long entryways and hallways, and they’re very useful in a variety of other tighter places like bathrooms, kitchens and closets as well. A lot of homeowners utilize runners to protect their hardwood flooring in high-traffic areas, so they’re extremely functional for every homeowner.
The Many Styles of Area Rugs
All of us at Rug Source understand how much style plays a factor for every rug shopper, because after all area rugs are beautiful pieces of art that provide literally whatever style you want to a given room. What’s so great about shopping online with Rug Source is that our inventory varies dramatically in terms of style, and the following is a mere glimpse into the many styles of area rugs we offer:
Modern Area Rugs
Modern area rugs typically consist of solid colors and abstract geometric patterns, and this style will utilize neutral colors and chic designs that will easily match anyone’s existing modern furniture setup. Another common characteristic of modern area rugs is that they how low piles, which makes them appear more streamlined.
Traditional Area Rugs
There are countless traditional area rugs throughout our online inventory, including the timeless styles of Turkish, Persian and other Oriental designs. It’s common for these types of traditional rugs to be accompanied by intricate, thought-provoking patterns and lush color palettes.
Transitional Area Rugs
Transitional area rugs are considered to be the convergence of both contemporary and traditional aesthetics, and they come within a large variety of patterns and overall décor. Many times a transitional rug will have the color schemes of modern rugs accompanied by traditional patterns, which simply can be the perfect blend for a room!
Antique Area Rugs
Antique area rugs are one of our many specialties, and these rugs truly are very extraordinary. They’re wonderful art pieces that can provide a more lived-in feel to a room, while at the same time transporting viewers to the past with their cultural significance.
Boho Area Rugs
What’s great about many Boho area rugs is that they offer very vibrant, bright color palettes and a very chic mix of décor variations. Many Boho area rugs will have abstract patterns and an overall eye-catching orientation that will surely provide an added element to your room’s international influences.
Indoor/Outdoor Rugs
These area rugs are great as a stain-resistant option in high traffic and spill-prone areas. What’s great about these options is that they’re easily cleanable, affordable and are great if you have kids and pets. The styles of these rugs vary dramatically, and they’re also good for outdoor patios or anywhere you’d like a little less spill stress indoors!
Contact The Rug Source Experts Today!
We are always here to support you and your needs while you’re searching for your next area rug, and we encourage you to contact us online or call us at 980-422-4080 or 704-763-7408 with any questions or concerns you may have while going through our extensive online inventory. So if you need any help at all, we’ll be more than happy to assist you in finding your next area rug that perfectly reflects your personal preferences, desired space and lifestyle!
Kashan Rugs: A Tribute to the Safavid Dynasty of the Persian Empire
Kashan rugs are an export from one of Iran’s oldest cities, Kashan, dating back to the 17th century or late 16th century. Kashan was a hub of silk production beginning with the Safavid dynasty, a golden age of Persian weaving under the reign of Shah Abbas.
Contemporary Kashan rug sales began toward the end of the 19th century, when Kashan merchants hoped to replicate the success of weaving shops in Tabriz to the north. During this era, many antique Kashan rugs were commissioned for individual homes. The best Kashan carpets of the 19th-century and turn of the 20th century are formal, traditional and luxurious.
The warp and weft of Kashan rugs are usually made of cotton with the traditional asymmetrical Persian know. The thin double weft is often woven between 120 knots per square inch and 840 knots per square inch. The finished texture of Kashan rugs is soft to the touch. The best Kashan carpets use a superior quality of wool that sometimes has silk mixed in.
An antique Kashan rug was colored with vegetable dyes, which contribute to their unique texture, but
modern Kashan rugs (from the 1930s) use contemporary chrome dyes.
The highly sought after curvilinear designs of Kashan weaving was popularized by Kashan weavers in the early 1900s. The Kashan rug typically centers around a teardrop medallion, though intricately detailed motifs like palmettos, blossoms, leaves and arabesques are common, as well. The “Royal Garden” of Kashan is the source of a notable garden motif that is the archetype of Persian carpet designs. Another inspiration for many Kashan carpets is the “Garden of Paradise.”
Pakistani Kashan Rugs
When the Mogul empire spread through Iran to the Indian subcontinent, the work of Persian weavers was carried to modern day Pakistan. The city of Lahore today produces the vast majority of modern Pakistani Kashan rugs.
Like their Iranian forebears, Pakistani Kashans use a wool pile on a cotton base. Mogul Kashan rugs use the Senneh knot, an asymmetrical double knot that produces a dense, heavy weave, making them extremely durable. One of the main distinctions between Iranian and Pakistani Kashan rugs is the use of color. Pakistani Kashans feature predominantly pastel shades, whereas a traditional Persian Kashan carpet may include richer reds, greens and blues.
Motasham Kashan Carpets: Exceptional…and Exceptionally Rare
Motasham Kashan carpets are the rarest group of Kashan carpets. They feature non-traditional designs and color palettes and were woven with lamb’s wool renowned for its luminous, reflective sheen. True Motasham Kashan rugs are finely knotted and extremely difficult to find.
Dating from the middle of the 19th century, antique Motasham Kashan carpets are among the finest Persian carpets. Early Motasham Kashan rugs (pre-1850) use a technique known as abrash, marked by an emotive use of color shading and color shifts. They commonly feature an antique ivory or gold background and subtle pastel tones throughout the weave. Over time, the dyes in an antique Motasham rug will soften and acquire an earthy patina. The rich lanolin will rise to the surface of the wool fibers over time, given the rug an extraordinary luster.
