{ Basic Black is Always in Style }

Tired of endlessly debating which color rug to buy, only to be even further limited by texture, shape, and size constraints? Why not ditch the color dispute and go with black?

Some people feel that a plain black area rug has no character, but it’s really just the opposite. When used correctly, a plain black rug has the ability to make a room look simply elegant. Black rugs work in colored rooms because they don’t interfere with the décor, but still add warmth to the room. On the other extreme is the room that has basically no major color and the color is only provided by accents. A simple white room and with clean, modern furniture opens the door to utilize a black area rug to make this room a showroom of good taste. All this room needs is a pop of color and you’ll have a clean, sophisticated look.

Like in the situation mentioned above, a black area rug can be the ideal solution for many decorating problems. But there are some things you must keep in mind when using a black area rug. Remember that the shape of the rug will give a totally different appearance. You may feel that a square black area rug will not be fitting for the room, but try to visualize what a round or oval black area rug would look like. It may make a big difference in how you perceive the color black. Also, some people have given black rugs a bad rep because they are considered high maintenance. But, are black area rugs really high maintenance? Maybe in some areas like kids’ rooms or entry ways. But in a room where there isn’t major traffic, they are actually quite easy to maintain and require no more work than any other rug you might use.

Comments

[Dana]

since we had installed hardwood floors I love the way it has made our home so much beautiful, and to lay area rug
down making it more personal and so much cozier.

[Rithika]

Yes, I do agree with that basic balck always in style. There is no need of extra care for black carpets as the white one need and offcourse it's suitable for less trafic area.

[tom behr]

yes, black can be quite elegant. i'm in the process of trading in my tan round shag for a black cowhide rug!