Decorating With Rugs: March 2010 Archives

I'm redoing my room, and need some ideas!!! Any help!?



dyn-nolita-1310-090.jpgI'm a fan of Zebra print too, and I've given advice on many rooms that use zebra.

I always, always try for a neutral color, because then you can pick something like a Zebra theme and add a hot color, like aqua or hot pink to the mix and still have a great looking room.

Choose a focal point that has zebra pattern in it. Whether that be a painting, a comforter, or an area rug like this Zebra print area rug . As long as you have a strong zebra pattern, you can add little touches here and there to really build your theme.

For a teen room, you'll need a wall organizer with a bulletin board, magnet board, and a place to hold pictures and souvenirs. Choose one wall to do an entire organization center. 

Fancy lamps with feather plumes or crystals go well in a zebra room. You can also add some luxurious throw pillows to the bed in your contrast choice of color or zebra. A bean bag is a great addition to a teen room as well.

How many rugs do you have at home?

Which rooms are they in?

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I have 8 rugs in my house, three on top of floor and four on top of carpet.

I have one in my kitchen, one in each of my bathrooms, a large shag area rug in front of my coffee table in my living room, one large contemporary area rug in my rec room with the TV, and a kids area rug in each of my children bedrooms.

I find that they help keep the floor and carpet safe from damage, and they look great. The boys each have a theme rug in their rooms, one is a bulldozer area rug and the other is a race track. I've changed the main rugs out every time I've painted my house too.