Posts Tagged ‘area rugs’

Shag is Back

Tuesday, July 17th, 2012

It’s official – shag rugs are back! Shag rugs were huge in the 70’s and came is only ugly colors! Today we have some of the best contrast shag rugs available on the market. They are all eco-friendly and come in beautiful colors. The new shag rugs are made from Polyester twisted yarn with 100% cotton backing.

Shag rugs are rugs that have a deep pile, much deeper than the average rug. This means you have an extra thick rich pile that feels remarkably soft on your feet!  This is why these rugs are sometimes referred to as shag pile rugs. The result of these longer yard strands is addictive, luxurious comfort. These are rugs you can really sink your feet into, due to the nature of hand-tufted rugs, shedding may occur for first use but diminish over time.

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Why You Should Use Area Rugs

Friday, September 16th, 2011

When you want to improve the look of a room, but don´t have a lot of time or money to spend redecorating, then you can simply add an area rug to spice up your room. Natural fiber area rugs are an excellent choice, especially when you choose a high quality, natural area rug that accentuates your home decor perfectly.
Whether you choose an Earth friendly area rug or a traditional Jute area rug made from a cotton blend, you will not be disappointed in the quality and style you receive.

Earth Friendly Materials

The materials used in natural rugs include bamboo, mountain grass, Sisal and wool. While it is easy to imagine an area rug that is made of natural fibers as being dull, modern methods of coloring and manufacturing natural fibers has not only improved the appearance of natural fiber area rugs, but their durability as well.
Materials like bamboo and mountain grass make a more rigid area rug, while wool adds a touch of softness to any room. The best thing about natural area rugs, however, is that there is a minimal impact on the Earth from production and manufacturing.

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Why Natural Rugs Are Best For Your Home

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011

Natural Rugs do so much more than accent your home, they help the environment. Natural Rugs are made from Earth-friendly materials that benefit, instead of detract from, the environment. They are considered Earth-friendly for a number of reasons.
Natural rug selections can be biodegradable, or they can trap in air contaminants to purify the air, or sometimes natural rugs are simply produced without the use of toxic chemicals or materials.

Types of Natural Rugs

There are numerous types of Natural Rugs, all of which are Earth-friendly for varying reasons. Some of the most popular Natural Rugs are made from jute, wool, bamboo, sisal, seagrass, and mountain grass.

Jute Natural Rugs

Jute is an ancient plant that has been used in Asia and the middle-east for quite some time. Jute is not only used as a resource for Natural Rugs, but can also be found in such products as sacks and bags, as well as prayer rugs. In addition, it is used as the backing to carpets. Jute is a biodegradable material that breaks down into the soil and creates additional vitamins and minerals. Jute is also a renewable resource, which means that it can be used endlessly without having to be replanted.

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Go Green in Your Home with Eco-Friendly Rugs

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

The word is out: going green is the new trend for those of you whom are truly seeking to become as environmentally friendly as you can. There are many different ways that folks can do their part to assure that their homes are as friendly to environment as possible. One such way is by making sure that you only buy environmentally safe products.

Many people are evening choosing to go with a more vintage and aged look when it comes to their home furnishings so they can do their part with helping to assure that our environment stays as healthy as possible, and that we can all work together in the worldwide battle to combat global warming. One of the ways that you can be more kind to the environment is by how you choose to decorate your home. Always look for products that are all-natural and do not contain any materials or chemicals that can be deemed harmful to the environment.

Many home owners are choosing to remodel their home floors using reclaimed woods, oaks and cork. Others are refinishing older furniture and reusing it to avoid having to purchase newer furniture which contributes to the felling of trees in the forest.

And even more people are choosing to only purchase all-natural rugs and area rugs to decorate their homes, which are made out of eco friendly materials that benefit the environment. By assuring that the flooring and the area rugs in your home meet the eco friendly standards of today, you can know that you are indeed doing your part to help battle global warming.

Being more eco friendly is not just a choice anymore, is a must-do that we as members of society and as responsible homeowners have to do to assure that our world remains clean and healthy for millions of years to come. By assuring that you only decorate your home with environmentally safe items, like all natural area rugs, reused flooring and chemical free furniture, you can rest assured that you are doing your part.

Wool Flooring

Wednesday, December 29th, 2010

Exquisite wool carpeting is environmentally friendly and is quite an amazing material provided by nature. Wool rugs are in fashion and they’re remarkable. There are many interesting facts about wool which explain its brilliant qualities.

Wool has a rate of stain-resistance that’s 30% better than synthetic fibers. What makes wool so wonderfully stain-resistant? There is a natural light wax that coats the surface of wool fibers. This veneer helps to prevent dirt and stains from penetrating the wool or from leaving any residue on or near the surface.

Wool quickly recovers from crushing or indenting caused by footsteps or furniture. Why is that? It’s because wool is very resilient; this is a feature about wool that protects sheep from various climates and elements. Wool fiber can be stretched more than 35% and still easily return back to its natural shape. The natural resilience of wool keeps your carpet looking new and fresh for a lot longer than many other types of flooring. So while wool rugs may cost a little bit more than a synthetic rug up front, their remarkable durability makes them actually a more economical choice in the long run.
Why is wool so incredibly water-resistant? The protective barriers mentioned above also prevent water from easily penetrating the wool fibers. Additionally, wool is able to absorb about 1/3 of its weight in moisture and not feel damp.

What are three reasons that a wool rug is a safe choice for your family? First, wool fibers are naturally flame-resistant. Secondly, wool acts as a natural air purifier. Thirdly, unlike many synthetic rugs, wool doesn’t emit harmful chemicals into the air.

Why is dyed wool resistant to fading? The process used to dye the wool fibers produces lasting results.

Use Premium-Lock Rug Pads with your wool carpeting, for added durability.



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