Add Warmth and Softness to Your Home With Runner Rugs

Rugs warm up a space, define it, add texture and help us layer our decor. They can also be practical, especially in areas that experience high traffic, preventing scratches and scuff marks on wood floors. Runner rugs are an ideal solution for hallways and entries, where people often remove their shoes.

Most homes don’t come carpeted and rugs are an easy way to add warmth and softness underfoot. They are particularly good for bare feet in the winter. Rugs are also useful for those with toddlers and older family members who struggle to get their balance on hard surfaces. A rug can cushion their falls, reducing injuries and the trauma of broken bones.

Weaving rugs is an ancient art that hasn’t changed much over the centuries. The warp threads of a carpet are stretched on an upright loom and the weft threads run lengthwise over them. The weaver uses Jacquard cards with perforations to control the color of the tufts that are pulled through to form the pile. The yarns are then twisted to form the pattern.

While open floor plans and hardwood are a welcome addition to many spaces, they’re not so great for noise levels. Rugs, particularly when accompanied by a thick rug pad, absorb and muffle noises to quiet a room. They also help prevent echoes in large rooms, and reduce the sound of footsteps when someone walks through a hallway or bedroom.