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!
Handwoven Kilim Rugs: Turkish Weaving with a Storied History
Kilim rugs are a handmade, flat-woven carpet with no piles or knotted fluff. Although the word kilim is of Turkish origin, kilim rugs have been made in Turkey, Persia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, China, Morocco, the Balkans and Scandinavia, proving the flat-weaving technique spread far. Because these antique rugs are found across the globe, each region has a different pronunciation and spelling of the name Kilim.
Most experts believe kilims originated in the Anatolia region of modern day Turkey. The earliest examples of kilim rugs date back as far as the 4th century AD, although there is evidence the flat-weave technique probably began at about 1,000 BC in Egypt.
Qashgahii kilims from the Zagros region, along with Turkoman and baluch kilims from eastern Iran and central Asia, are among the styles now highly coveted by those who buy kilim rugs.
Construction
The techniques used to make vintage kilim rugs have changed little over the centuries. Whereas a pile rug is made by knotting short strands of different color onto warps and held together by pressing the wefts tightly against each other, the design of a Kilim rug is made by interweaving the variously colored wefts and warps.
The simple interlocking strands of wool, hair or fiber requires no backing, so Kilim carpets are thinner than traditional Persian rugs and Oriental rugs, making them popular as tapestries or use as bed coverlets.
The Distinctive Motifs and Colors of Kilim Carpets
Common motifs found in Kilim carpets include serrated leaf elements, zig-zag crenellations, shield medallions, diamond borders, and geometric designs. Many of the geometric motifs in kilims – “ramshorn” motifs and serrated medallions or “ashiks” – traveled with nomads as they spread to the Middle East. Elements such as perennials, pomegranates and fronds are popular in modern kilim carpets and vintage kilims alike.
The wide-ranging palette of reds, greens, oranges, and browns in antique Kilim carpets demonstrate the quality of dyes early Anatolian weavers had at their disposal. Many traditional kilim rugs feature warm, muted colors as the primary hues, with cooler tones used to create points of contrast.
The flat-weaving technique used to make Kilim rugs makes it difficult to produce continuous separations of color, so Kilims often have a stepped or crenelated appearance.
A Traditional Kilim Was Practical Before It Was Decorative
Woolen kilims are known for their strength and versatility. Long before Kilims became decorative pieces, tribal communities used them as floor coverings; as bedding or clothing; as horse blankets; for storage of grains; or draped as a shelter against the weather.
Lightweight and easy to transport, Kilims are especially popular in rug-weaving centers with warm climates, where shaggy rugs were not needed to keep warm.
Buying Antique Kilim Rugs and Contemporary Kilims
For many decades, antique Kilim rugs were considered artifacts of primordial tribal design unaffected by the influence of high art or foreign culture. Once overlooked as low status items, antique Kilims are now cherished as examples of the authentic weaving tradition of the Middle East.
We pride ourselves on a distinctive collection of Kilims. For those interested in buying vintage Kilim rugs, our collection of antique carpets offers an extraordinary range of designs and colors. We also carry a vast selection of more modern Kilims for the contemporary home. Shop online or contact us at our Charlotte, North Carolina location to shop for kilim carpets that reflect your style.
