Are you looking to bring style and elegance to your space while saving money? Are you looking to make your space feel cozier, warmer, and more welcoming? Are you looking to get rid of a stubborn stain on hardwood or carpet? Are your pets or children clumsy? An area rug may be the best solution for you if the answer is yes to any of these questions. There are many benefits to area rugs that aren’t often thought of when talking about interior design elements. Here are some of the many benefits that area rugs offer:
Covering Stains That Won’t Remove
You know how difficult it is to conceal stains or blemishes in carpet, old hardwood, or tile. A rug can be used to cover any unsightly spots on your floor, instead of spending the time and money to re-carpet the room or re-varnish the floor. This is especially useful if you rent your home and can’t make a permanent carpet or flooring change. An area rug can be used to cover stains and add a personal touch to a rental home.
Lowering Your Heating Bill
The area rugs will not only increase the warmth of your space but also add warmth. It is important to insulate your home during the winter months in Canada. An area rug can provide warmth and style. The R-value of rugs is a measure of thermal resistance. R-value is a measure of a material’s ability to resist heat flow and insulate. Research shows that area rugs are able to insulate 10 times more space than hardwood flooring. Basement apartments are particularly vulnerable to extreme cold, so extra insulation is essential. Place a pad under the rug to add warmth. The pad will ensure the rug remains in place and will add insulation.
It’s Easier To Walk Through Your House
Rugs are softer than tiled or hardwood flooring. It’s obvious that area rugs feel more comfortable than hard floors to stand on and walk on. They are soft and flexible, which makes them feel great. The rug’s flexibility allows it to absorb your movements and take pressure off your body. You should definitely put a rug down if you work at a standing desk, or if you plan to spend a lot of time standing in one place. Rug padding can be used to add insulation. The padding adds additional absorption. These paddings provide grip to the rug, ensuring that it stays in place even when there is a lot of movement. For extra comfort, we recommend purchasing a memory foam rug pad for hard floors. It will mold to your steps and make you feel like you are walking on a cloud.
Keeping Kids & Pets Safe
Absorbent area rugs help pets and children who are prone to falling make it easier to maintain their balance. An area rug can be a safety net for a baby learning to walk or an elderly dog with limited vision. A soft area rug is better than a hard one. The rug will absorb the fall, resulting in fewer bruises and tears.
Renovating A Room
There’s also the more subtle aspect of adding an area rug to a room. It’s amazing how much a design element can change a space from dull to beautiful. There are many options for area rugs, including colours, textures, and shapes. There are many styles of area rugs on the market that will make a statement in your space or blend into it.
Area Rugs Reduces Noise
If you have neighbors downstairs, they will be delighted to hear that you have added an area rug. They won’t be able to hear much. Rugs can significantly reduce noise levels in a room. Rugs absorb sound and echos, making footsteps much quieter.
If your rug is in less than ideal condition however, Ionator Cleaning Solutions provides rug cleaning in Newmarket and surrounding areas we encourage you to give us a call.