A scatter rug, otherwise known as a throw rug, is a tiny rug used to cover a small part of the floor. A scatter rug will vary in size, shape, color, cost, and style, with some being comparatively affordable while others being quite exorbitant. Scatter rugs can be found in most home design stores or can also be bought from artisan crafters. If you feel valiant enough, you can also make a scatter rug at home, at least with some bit of skill.

As mentioned, scatter rugs are naturally very small but you can use many of them in one room as ornamental accents. Scatter rugs don’t really offer a lot in terms of insulation hence are most ideal to be layered over a blander insulating under-rug. Additionally, you can use scatter rugs on concrete, tile, hardwood and linoleum floors to add bits of color and warmth.

Scatter rugs can further be used for specific functions. For example, they can be used as padding beneath a piece of furniture that has sharp legs which can damage the flooring; they can be placed at the entrance for wiping muddy feet. Further, you can place a scatter rug beneath the sink or stove to absorb spills and shelter the feet of the cook from hard cold floor.

The biggest benefit to using scatter rugs is their ability to be moved around easily. As such, you can be able to quickly pep up an interior design scheme without having to spend a lot of money. By simply moving the rugs from one position to another can bring a very significant difference in your home. Most home owners would be seen keeping a huge library of throw rugs so that they can change with the season.

The rugs will bring in color and warmth during the winter months and cool the house down during the summer season. When choosing scatter rugs, it is advisable to factor in the materials and techniques used to make them, which will significantly influence the durability and lifetime of your scatter rugs. As a rule of thumb, always remember cheap can be very expensive sooner rather than later