Choosing Kids Area Rugs

By Cid Thompson

Figuring out the most attractive way to decorate your child's bedroom can be an overwhelming effort, but a kids area rug should be an easy decision.. There are a couple of items to look for: for example furniture, paint or wallpaper, and other decorations. Coming to a decision on what theme you would like to use as well as how to make it happen will take some time, but a rug can work with almost any decor.

Area rugs are a fantastic addition to a child's room. The perfect rug can add that burst of color needed to offset the glare of a white or neutral wall. Area rugs also save on the expense of decorating a room in a theme or character that the child will outgrow. The rug becomes the main focal point.

Paint color and wallpaper can add a fun flair to the room, but remain consistent enough to grow with the child. A princess area rug can be rolled up and replaced with one that has the latest children's show stars. A funky colorful mosaic rug can be put down during the teenage years with simple accessories to compliment the child's style, all the while leaving the basic design and color of the room unchanged.

Area rugs come in a variety of design choices. For boys, rugs that mimic a racetrack or a railroad station provide hours of entertainment while they race their cars, trucks and trains. An imaginary treasure hunt on a rug where X marks the spot or a jungle theme is perfect for an afternoon safari. Girls can tend to their dolls on a dollhouse rug, invite their friends over for a game of hopscotch or play with their stuffed animals at the teddy bear playground.

There are not only fun adventure rugs but also educational ones as well. Rugs with the colors, shapes, ant the alphabet are a great tool for getting a head start on school. For older children, science and geography rugs are decorative and interesting.

Low cut pile or a 100% nylon rug is a solid choice for a child's play room or bedroom. Trains, cars and trucks can easily roll and toys will not get stuck or pull out pieces of the carpet. Easy clean up and stain resistance are also easier with a lower pile rug. Most children's area rugs have serged edges which is an important factor. A serged edge gives the rug a nice finish and will prevent fraying. Look for a class one fire rating. This rating meets classroom and government guidelines and is a smart choice for the home.

An area rug for a child room is a creative, fun and affordable method to spruce things up. Area rugs make a fun everyday adventure or interesting learning experience for the child. The affordability and durability compared to redecorating a room through the upcoming years is a fantastic incentive for the parent. - 31376

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