A rug is a piece of woven fabric designed to cover and protect a floor, especially in the home. In this context, the term rug can also be used as a synonym for carpet, although there are important distinctions between these two types of flooring. A rug is typically larger than a carpet, and it does not usually cover an entire floor; it leaves some of the room’s flooring exposed. A rug can be a decorative element in a room, and its colors and patterns can affect the mood of the space. A rug is also often easier to clean than a carpet, and it can be easily moved from one room to another.
The most common factors that influence carpet and rug selection are sound dampening, comfort underfoot (including softness and thermal response), safety for children and pets, aesthetic preferences, stain resistance, and cost. Carpets and rugs can be installed in almost any type of room, and they are most commonly found in bedrooms, living rooms, family rooms, dining rooms, and foyers.
Annually, about 37,991 adults age 65 years or older were treated in US emergency departments for nonfatal fall injuries associated with rugs and carpets. Characteristic circumstances in these cases included falls at the transition between a carpet or rug and a noncarpet or hard surface floor, on wet carpets or rugs, and while hurrying to or from the bathroom. Primary care physicians should consider advising patients at high risk for falls to remove or modify environmental hazards in their homes.
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Mohawk Home 8' x 10' Non Slip Grip Rug Pad 1/4" Thick Dual Surface Felt Cushion + Rubber Gripper - Safe for All Floors
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OLANLY Bathroom Rugs 30x20, Extra Soft Absorbent Chenille Bath Rugs, Rubber Backing Quick Dry, Machine Washable Bath Mats for Bathroom Floor, Tub and Shower, Home Decor Accessories, Grey
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DweIke 4x6 Leopard Print Rugs for Living Room, Machine Washable Area Rug for Bedroom, Non-Slip Low Pile Animal Cheetah Carpet with Rubber Backing for Dining Room Kitchen Home Decor, Dark Brown
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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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Amazon Basics Indoor Area Rug, 3D Bubble Washable Home Decor Carpet for Living Room, Bedroom, 4' W × 6' L, Beige
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RELEANY Area Rugs 8'x10' Washable Non-Slip, Floral Vintage Distress Print Pattern Medallion Carpet for Living Room Bedroom Dining Room, Brick Red Rust Neutral Brown Burnt Orange Green
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