The Benefits of Area Rugs

- A New Look
Area rugs are a relatively inexpensive way to quickly change the look of a room without much effort. Instantly shift the focus of a space, accent a favorite piece of furniture, hide an unsightly stain or add texture with the addition of an area rug.

- Noise Reducation
Placing an area rug onto hardwood floors is a simple way to decrease noise from traffic, while protecting your floors from scuffs (or damage).

- Comfort
Area rugs come in a variety of fabrics -- so treat your feet with a soft fabric or shag.

- Enhance your mood
Set the tone of your living space from the floor up, and let an area rug be an extension of your personality. Color affects mood, so use warmer tones to soothe and brighter colors energize. Also, use various colors (polka dots, stripes, classic solid...), designs (oriental, floral, traditional...), fabrics/weaves (braided, fringed, silk) and sizes / shapes (oblong, rectangular, circular...) to make your home a unique expression of you.

- Ease
Area rugs are easy. They can be moved, stored, rotated, cared for and cleaned with minimal labor. A natural fiber, such as wool, is durable, as well as resistant to stains.

Did you know, Star Decorating has over 1,600 wool area rugs?