http://blog.gcrugs.com The Official Blog of GCRugs.com Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:18:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Like all other types of area rugs today, round area rugs have the ability of giving your interior design and overall décor an exceptional look. Nearly all types of round area rugs can be used anywhere in the house. Despite the fact that these rugs are not as common as ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/07/08/round-area-rugs/ Traditional area rugs are simply modern day symbolizations of time honored Asian and European designs evocative of either Persian or Oriental motifs. As such, when referring to traditional area rugs, most people will be meaning Oriental or Persians. It is equally important to understand that when referring to a traditional ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/07/06/traditional-area-rugs/ Wool area rugs happen to be one of the most effective ways to add vibrant character to any room while ensuring carpeted or hardwood floors remain clean. Generally, there are very many types of area rugs today, from oriental to Persian, to contemporary, and all else in between. If you ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/28/wool-area-rugs-buyer-basics/ The best bamboo rugs in the world are made purely from the highest qualityand all-natural materials – bamboo. A wholly sustainable thus eco-friendly material, bamboo is among the fastest growing plant on earth and is one of the most durable materials ever known to man. This strength and durability combines ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/25/designs-and-styles-bamboo-rugs/ Oriental rugs are the most natural form of carpeting to use in a room. They are warm, beautiful and instantly light up the rom. They look best in living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, the study room and foyers; basically, they make any place come alive. When buying Oriental rugs, there ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/24/tip-of-the-week-buying-oriental-rugs/ Braided rugs are a beautiful addition to any home. Their charm and warm makes a room come alive and many home makers have several of them scattered in the entire house, whether flat or thick ones. Braided rugs can be made from a variety of materials including wool and cotton. ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/23/caring-for-braided-rugs/ So you have finally decided to have a brand new area rug for your home, where do you start? Luckily you don’t have to struggle to find one as the market is flooded with so many of them that it will be upon your tastes and preferences. Have you ever ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/21/attributes-of-sisal-rugs/ The first thing that people notice when they enter your house is the area rug on the floor of the entryway. Area rugs can significantly change a droning space into a very interesting and pretty setting. Placing the durable and attractive bamboo rugs on the floor creates an atmosphere that ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/15/how-to-select-bamboo-rugs/ Hooked rugs are rugs made by creating loops of wool in a backup made of cotton or linen, resulting in a cosy rug with a very soft looped pile which is warm, dense, and ultra durable. You can make a hooked rug as a past-time by using the same tools ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/09/how-to-make-hooked-rugs/ This is indubitable, handmade Persian rugs are far more superior and valuable than their machine made counterparts, if not for anything else, because of the fact that they are originally made by hand. Knowing the difference between the two will go a long way in helping you when shopping for ... http://blog.gcrugs.com/2010/06/08/hand-made-vs-machine-made-persian-rugs/