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Help me choose a new rug

Caitlin Honeyman

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

I'm looking at buying a new rug but am afraid it might be too big for such a cozy room. The rug measures 244 x 305cm and is outlined in blue tape in the photos. I am interested in people's thoughts. It will be only 5cm from the fireplace hearth and not centred in the room. TIA

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Celery. Visualization, Rendering images

6 years ago

I think it looks good

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Illuminide Interiors
6 years ago
Hi Caitlin

If the mission is to cover the floor then I don't see a problem. I think it will bring some colour into the space and warm up the room. Can I ask if it is 100% wool, then no issue with the hearth if there are synthetic materials in the rug they are highly flammable and may pose a risk near your heating but as long as there is no open flame you should be fine. Well Done, beautiful choice.

Thanks Paul
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Caitlin Honeyman
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks Paul for your input.

I believe it's 100% wool and until I (eventually) replace the wood stove, I won't be starting any fires!

I would like to see some of the floor however as it's the only room for my son the play in, the floor is very quickly getting damaged.

I have most of the floor exposed in the dining room, next to the living room, and have used a cowhide so I suppose it will be ok to cover most of the floor, just don't want it to look silly.

My other option is to buy the next size down, however that is slightly smaller than the existing rug - which I think is too small.
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Illuminide Interiors
6 years ago
Then you've made the right choice. The rug is a perfect size too as a rule of thumb with furniture and rugs is that at least two legs of each chair in the room should sit on the rug. Noticed all of your chairs will now have at least two legs on the new rug. You will also get glimpses of your beautiful floors around the room. Enjoy!

Thanks Paul
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Caitlin Honeyman
Original Author
6 years ago
Looks like I'm buying the rug! I'll share photos once it arrives.
KK1000
6 years ago
Is there one with less pattern I was once in love with same rug until I brought it home and it was to much , to busy I had to replace it with something simpler.
bigreader
6 years ago
The big size is great.
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Celery. Visualization, Rendering images
6 years ago
There is no other pattern in room, IMO it would not busy.
sally e
6 years ago
love the rug, I would invest in a more updated coffee table too
Khanh Nguyen
6 years ago
Awesome product preview @celerygirl - I think it looks great!
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Reclaim your space
6 years ago
As per Sally e comment, the current table is quite dominating in the space, a glass topped coffee table would allow the focus to be on the rug :)
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Bernadette Staal
6 years ago
You have such lovely floor boards - I have recently purchased rugs to go over my floor carpet that is coming up to needing replacement. I looked at many options. Have you considered a square rug? If the floor boards are cold and you are using the rug for heat then go with the bigger the better.
dixie70
6 years ago
I love the design of the rug & the size! You have neutral coloured furniture and walls so a bright multiple coloured rug works.
With the size of it you can opt to have the seating furniture on it rather than against the walls and create a cozy feeling.
Well done - you have great taste!
ruthfay
6 years ago
Love the rug,love the size.
Jo M
6 years ago
I think the bigger the better. Size looks good to me. btw I love your fireplace.
Terri Turner
6 years ago
Rug looks good. Don't get rid of your coffee table. Just slightly sand the top and pick an antique white or light grey paint with primer already in it and give it 2 coats. It will come up great. wouldn't take long to do. Add a tray with candles and small artificial plant, *& would look great. Good luck.
Terri Turner
6 years ago
Just had a second look. If you lime washed the bricks on the fireplace in a light grey, it would totally softer and warmer. The bricks a bit to harsh.
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6 years ago
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6 years ago
No way is it too big. Also very pretty.

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