6 Rug Hacks For Small Spaces That Always Work

6 Rug Hacks For Small Spaces That Always Work

Old Persian rug, hand knotted Persian Turkmen Rug in rust color. Rug size 8x11.2.
2291- Old and Unique Persian Turkmen Rugs with Rust Color. size 8×11.2.

What Are 6 Rug Hacks For Small Spaces That Always Work

In your beautiful home, you have a spacious master bedroom, a perfectly landscaped backyard, and also a few narrow hallways and a small guest bedroom. When it comes to these more compact areas, choosing the right furniture and color palette can make a big difference in creating the feeling of spaciousness. But did you know that strategically placing rugs can also be a highly effective way to maximize the space of these more modest rooms?

By rolling out an exotic Persian rug in the hallway and an oriental red abstract rug in the cozy guest bedroom, you can easily transform the ambiance of these spaces. Not only will this help to define functional zones within these areas, but it will also make a bold and stylish statement. Rugs have the unique ability to add warmth, texture, and personality to a room, making them an invaluable tool for interior decor.

So, when it comes to those narrower spaces, don’t underestimate the impact that a well-chosen rug can have. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of color, create a visual focal point, or simply bring a sense of cohesion to the room, rugs can truly be your best friend in transforming and maximizing the potential of every area in your home. Consider these 6 rug hacks for small spaces that always work.

1- Go Big

Using a large rug in a small room is an excellent space-maximization hack. A rug that fills the entire room, extending beyond the furniture, draws the eye across the full length and width of the room, and it appears bigger than it actually is. If you pick a small rug for a small room, you will end up highlighting the lack of space.

2- Don’t Shy Away from Layering

If buying a handmade area rug that fits the room is over the budget, consider layering. Buy a seagrass or jute rug that fills the needed area, and invest in a premium quality accent rug to go on top! Layering rugs is also the perfect way to add some character and introduce some textures to the room.

What do you think about this exquisite red abstract rug for achieving the layering trend?

3- Bold Colors Work

Have you added textured wallpaper in the room or painted one of the walls a darker shade to create a focal point? Why not do that with a fine handmade rug? Opt for a rug with a dark color or bold pattern to shift the focus from the size of the room to the rug as the focal point.

4- Give Some Definition

If one room is acting as your living room and dining room at the same time, it is important that you define different functional zones. Apart from arranging your furniture toward that end, you can also create a real definition by treating the floors like walls. And rugs will help!

5- Refresh Your Color Palette

If you are not a fan of bold tones, stick to neutrals. If you want to create a light and airy look for the room, go with lighter shades like beige and gray. Monochrome transitional rugs will beautifully elevate the look of the room.

6- Just the Rug

Sometimes, you don’t have space to play with while decorating your interiors, narrow hallway, for instance. But who says narrow hallways cannot look straight out of a magazine cover? Create a neat gallery wall and roll out a handmade rug in sync with the color theme of the gallery wall, and you will have yourself a nice-looking hallway.

Rug Shopping Time!

Now that you know the 6 rug hacks for small spaces that always work shop for premium-quality rugs to redecorate. We have the finest quality handmade rugs in a variety of colors, sizes, and patterns. From red abstract rugs to beige floral rugs, we have a beautiful collection. Visit us online or in our Chicago rug store for a cozy and comfortable rug shopping experience.

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