A rug is an accessory that adds a splash of color to a room and is typically placed under the largest piece of furniture – dining table, sofa or office desk. It can also be a focal point that unites a space and makes it feel homey. Rugs are woven and typically made of natural fibers like cotton, wool, hemp or jute. They are crafted by hand and can be one-of-a-kind statement pieces that feel like they are part of the room, rather than just an addition to it.
Rugs are soft underfoot and can provide traction on slippery flooring such as tile, hardwood or concrete. They are warmer than hard surface floors and can be a great way to make a cold space cozier. They can even offer insulation if you use a rug pad under them. They are especially important for infants and toddlers learning to walk, providing them with a softer landing than wood or tile flooring.
Sometimes rugs are also called mats, but they differ in that a mat is a small piece of a larger floor covering, whereas a rug covers a smaller area. It is also possible for people to confuse a rug with blankets, quilts or throws which are meant to cover a bed and are often thicker than rugs.
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HMZA Supreme Rug for Cool Room Decor – Soft Microfiber Cute Mat for Aesthetic Room Decor - 47" x 18" Non Slip Hypebeast Rug for Bedroom - Machine Washable Gamer Mat for Boys Cool Stuff
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2x6 Hallway Washable Runner Rug : Vintage Soft Kitchen Laundry Runner with Non Slip Backing Farmhouse Entryway Living Room Floor Mat Stain Resistant Carpet for Bedroom Bathroom Distressed Beside Rug
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OHDS Kids Room Rug - Soft & Non-Slip 5x7 Ft Town Car Rug City Map Play Mat, Childrens Road Catpet Washable Rug for Classroom Nursery Bedroom Boys
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DOMUSTEX Washable Bathroom Rug 20" x 30", Extra Soft Bath Mat, Absorbent and Non Slip Bath Rug for Shower, Bathtub, Sink, Floor
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B BENRON Kids Car Play Rugs - 36"x60" Learning and Fun City Road Map Play Mat for Playing with Cars Trucks, Non-Slip Playmat for Nursery, Playroom Bedroom and Classroom, Machine Washable
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GORILLA GRIP Rug Gripper Pads Keep Area Rugs Corners from Curling, Reusable Double-Sided Stickers Holds Down Carpet in Place, Grips on Tile and Hardwood Floors Helps Prevent Sliding, Home Décor, 8 Pcs
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