Episode 13: The One About Rugs! Tips, Terms, and How to Choose A Rug
We’re back! Today we’re talking about one of our favorite topics: Rugs! We asked last season if you’d like an episode all about rugs, and you guys are definitely our kind of people because you said “yes!” In this episode, we’ll talk about rug terminology, how to shop for the right style and size, and share a few rug hacks. We’re also kicking off the new season of our show with a domestic dare, and ending with Pillow Talk, as always.
We are making a few changes this season: we’ll be publishing episodes every other week, and we’re trying to shorten pillow talks by having only one person share each episode.
Segment #1: Highs and Lows
Emily:
Low - broken door
High - organizing storage room
Kimmy:
High - New living room furniture
Low - Rug drama
Sizing:
2 feet or so around the edge
Furniture front legs on it
No floating coffee tables!
No matter what the size, make sure there is enough room for people to walk on the rug (they shouldn’t have one foot on and one foot off)
Listen to Episode 7, Most Common Design Mistakes!
Style:
From Rugs USA, styles could include Bohemian, casual, coastal, contemporary, country and floral, farmhouse, geometric, moroccan, natural fibers, oriental and persian, shags, southwestern, vintage
Listen to episode 9, How to Find Your Home Style!
Here are some rug styles that show you good sizing and placement in all different rooms! Click on the pictures to be brought to the sources!
Rug Tips:
Rug pads
Buy samples on Amazon so you can return them
Use the virtual tool to see it in your space, or mock it up yourself.
Cleanability
Where to find the best sales on Loloi rugs (Rugs Direct, Amazon, Wayfair, right through original designer)
Follow people who inspire you on Instagram, especially designers who share looks and links. Like:
Segment #2 Domestic Dare
We’re doing things a little differently this season, we’re all doing the same dare!
Organize Your Pantry*
*can include under the kitchen sink or other pain points in the kitchen.
Pinterest board of pantry inspo!
Share your pantry with us on Instagram!
Pillow Talk:
Kimmy:
Great resources for helping you switch to tox-free household and body care products
