Area Rug On The Wall: A Unique Decoration

October 14th, 2009 by Randy Hoover

by Randy Hoover

Walls are not exclusively for artworks, photographs or certificates of achievement. A wall in need of improvement is not only answered by a paint job. Believe it or not, an area rug can be placed on the wall for beauty and practical reasons. The former as wall hangings or decors, and the latter as a wall cover for seedy-looking parts. So yes, area rugs too are not just for walking on.

Any blank wall, especially a big one is an ideal candidate for an area rug decoration. You don't necessarily have to be disguising a soiled spot, uneven tint or drilled holes. Area rugs as wall hangings are not only for those practical purposes. In fact, they serve a more appreciated function as beauty accessories for an all too common plain-looking wall.

Even if you live in a smaller home that does not have a large wall that needs adornment, you can still use area rugs as wall hangings. Just use smaller rugs. Instead of struggling about what type of wall hanging you want to put somewhere or purchasing a picture that you do not really like, you can use an area rug.

Go all out when hanging an area rug. Choose something that has a design even if it's not too intricate. Hanging a design-less rug on a blank wall sort of defeats the purpose of enhancement doesn't it? Well of course, as long as there is some color, the wall will look a lot better. But why limit your style when you can do much more? An area rug with something drawn or painted on it looks more sophisticated, attractive and colorful with all the added details.

There are hanging systems sold in specialty stores used for hanging objects on the wall. If your rug is on the heavy side, you have to secure it more, but locking the top part will do in most cases. The rug will hang effortlessly. If your rug is quite light and thin, a strong tape is already effective. If it doesn't work and your rug ends up being friends with the floor, just be grateful it's all fabric and not glass breaking. Change to plan A and use sturdier hanging essentials.

Take your time in shopping for the rug of your choice. Focus on those with your favorite color or theme for the design. Area rugs as wall hangings are one of the easiest, most convenient and brilliant ideas in home decorations. Your home will look so nice that inviting guests might just become a hobby.

About the Author:

Interior Design experts all agree that it is essential to use rugs. One of the most popular is the Dynamic Rugs Mystique 2237-2049 Slate Rug.

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