Tuesday, 12 August 2014
Wednesday, 16 July 2014
Recycle your old rug on eBay (and buy a new one from Rug Zone)
eBay is most people’s first stop when they want to clear out their old stuff and changing your rugs this way makes sense. Unless the rugs you are getting rid of are antique, you need to make sure that they are in good condition and if they need it, get them cleaned first. When listing, give clear descriptions of condition and colour – this is essential because even clear pictures can give a misleading idea of what shade it might be and accuracy is essential to prevent people wanting to return what they have bought. If you still have labels on your old rugs to indicate what materials have been used in their manufacture, include this – in fact, there is no such thing as too much information when it comes to an eBay listing.
Getting paid on eBay
Most people choose PayPal when they list something on eBay and this is a very good way of getting paid because it is instant – no waiting for cheques to clear is a very real advantage. From there, you can either choose to pay for items using your PayPal balance or you can move the money (usually within a few hours if not less) to your bank account. Rug Zone has an eBay shop so why not choose your replacement rugs there and pay from your earnings direct. Before listing your rugs, work out how much they will cost to send – if you list wrong postage, you will have to bear any shortfall yourself. On the other hand, it is important not to overcharge; eBay does not look kindly on excessive postage charges. Rug Zone has free delivery of rugs over £50 to most places in the UK so you will be using all your earnings to buy the rug, not pay postage.
Time for a change
Whatever rug you are selling on eBay – traditional rugs go well but so do contemporary rug designs – you can make a change when you buy your new rugs from Rug Zone and give your house interior a real lift. There is nothing simpler than making colour changes using rugs and with rugs in the range from under £20 you won't have to sell everything you own on eBay to make more than enough for a very substantial makeover.
Sunday, 6 July 2014
Something thin and pretty for the conservatory
Conservatories are such a pleasure and if you have one in your house you may be one of the many who consider it their favourite room in the house. Although they are no longer used for their original purpose, which was to house exotic plants, they still tend to have hard floors, as they are often the main way in from the garden and so need to be easy to clean. Sitting in a conservatory on even the warmest day with just a tiled floor isn’t much like fun, though, so you need a flat-weave rug that will be easy to clean if it gets a bit grubby but that will also give a bit of extra comfort underfoot. Natural looks good
If, like many people, you have furnished your conservatory with wicker or bamboo furniture, you can carry on the natural look with some natural colours underfoot too. There are various flat-weave rugs made out of natural fibres such as sisal and seagrass and they look particularly at home in a conservatory, continuing the idea of the working greenhouse. If you don't like natural fibres and want something a little softer, then why not choose a flat-weave rug from the Rug Zone range in colours such as soft sage green or beige. These colours are very restful in any event, but they certainly look the business in a conservatory, whilst keeping your toes nice and toasty and off the cold tiled floor.
Easy-care
Flat-weave rugs look good for ages because bits, dust and grit does not get down in the pile (because there isn’t any!) and grind away at it, causing bald patches. If you want to vacuum it, it comes up a treat, but a flat-weave rug is just as happy with a quick sweep or even a shake outdoors. Because nothing is embedded, a few sharp slaps against a wall will dislodge the dust and the rug is ready to come back inside and get to work again. Thin rugs can look very pretty in a semi-outdoor setting such as a conservatory and if you do have loads of plants in the traditional way, a leaf patterned green runner fits right in. You can search by size, shape, colour and type on the Rug Zone website, so you will easily be able to find just what you want. Tuesday, 3 June 2014
The silk road from Gaziantep; rugs to riches
There is something about the phrase ‘the silk road’ that conjures up a picture of trains of camels, walking in line across the burning desert with their backs laden with fabrics, rugs, perfumes and rare spices. When this picture was actually how the priceless objects reached the West, Gaziantep was already in business, providing the merchants who used the road with their stock. Although the silk road is no longer an actual route, the products it once bore are still very much in evidence in the retail outlets in the West, especially the Wilton carpets, now woven in Gaziantep, the Wilton weaving capital of the world.
Wilton rugs
Traditional designs
Carpets and rugs many years old change hands for large sums in antique auctions, both live and online. The designs on these very old rugs are still being reproduced today in Wilton rugs available brand new and in a variety of sizes from the Rug Zone. Buying an antique rug is expensive and few people actually use them on the floor, but by choosing a traditional rug made new in Gaziantep gives you the best of both worlds.
Match the period
If you have a traditional interior, a traditional rug looks wonderful and it doesn’t jar as too new-looking. For a room with antique furniture, a deep red traditional design embodies the style of the nineteenth century. For furniture from the French Revolutionary or Regency periods, neutrals and pale blues and greens echo the colours used in decor at the time. A Deco interior isn’t left out either – modern designs made to the old Wilton method give a modern rug that will fit with the angular shapes of Deco.
Monday, 2 June 2014
Sunday, 1 June 2014
Shagtastic 70s decor is here to Inspire you
Invigorate you
A shaggy rug from Rug Zone is a really brilliant way to make a quick style change in a room. If you are feeling a bit stale but don't have the time or the budget for a complete makeover, a shaggy rug in a bright colour can really give you a quick lift. If you want to run a theme around the whole house, a shaggy rug in the Seventies style will be happily incorporated into any room and it is a very amusing way to dress your floors. Often people don't realise what you have done until they notice the third or fourth shaggy rug and then it is fun to watch them as they start looking out for the next one. Shaggy rug style cushions complete the look, as well as being a really cuddly way to make your sofa super-comfy.
Stay!
Shaggy rugs have never really gone away but happily new technology from rug makers now means that they don't shed all over the house like they used to. In the Seventies, you could always tell if there was a shaggy rug in the house because the people who lived there were always covered in fluff. Not only that, but the rug soon looked rather the worse for wear, with bald bits soon developing. All rugs from Rug Zone come with care instructions and so a shaggy rug bought today won't end up all over the house, trodden into the rest of the carpets. A great improvement and a welcome one for anyone who enjoys the cosy and yet rather crazy Seventies look in their house. With bright colours as well as naturals, a shaggy rug from Rug Zone will really look a million dollars, but without the price tag.
Sunday, 3 November 2013
What can you do with round rugs?
We’re talking about round rugs, and the good news is they come in lots of different sizes. You will always find they are measured across the middle, so you know the widest point before you order. Often they come in several sizes, so you can pick the most appropriate one for your needs. You might even decide to pick several of different sizes to create a more unusual effect for your home.
Before you order, have a think about where the rug will be situated. Do you want to order one to go beneath a round table for example? Perhaps you just want a couple to ‘dot’ around a room instead of being in a specific place. Either way it helps to visualise where they will go so you can imagine what the finished effect will be. If you are planning to put furniture on top of your new rug, make sure the furniture will fit. If you have a table and you only have one or two legs sitting on the rug, it might make it uneven or unstable, so bear this in mind.
Colour is another important thing to think about with regard to round rugs. If you opt for plain colours, why not get a couple of round rugs that are of different colours? Providing they complement each other they will look just fine. Alternatively you may prefer to get a stripy rug if your floor surface is already plain. It’s a fast and easy way to jazz things up a bit.
Smaller round rugs are easy to move around from room to room as well. They also have the advantage of being easy to move while staying in the same place. Rotating the rugs means you won’t get wear in just one area, and yet the rug stays in the same place to achieve the effect you want. Make the most of your creativity with the round rugs you’ll see here. With some confidence on your part and a great selection of rugs to choose from on ours, you’ll get the perfect combination you seek.
Sunday, 1 September 2013
Sheepskin rugs - traditional and homely
Making your home feel warmer and cosier is easy when you add a few strategically placed sheepskin rugs. Sheepskin rugs can offer a timeless look to your home and add a touch of expensive sophistication to any room you choose. This material is soft, comfortable and extremely hardwearing so buying a sheepskin rug is a long term investment. Adding these natural rugs to your rooms will soften up hard wooden flooring and create a homely feel.
These natural rugs are uniquely shaped so you and your visitors will know that your rug is authentic. You can go for traditional placement in front of your fireplace or you can choose to make it the focal point in the centre of your living room. You can place in at the end of your bed or even at the side so you can feel the comfort of your rug as soon as you step out of bed. Wherever you choose to place it, your rug will instantly draw the eye due to its unique design and authentic materials.
There are black rugs, white rugs and brown rugs and you can also choose an eco-friendly rug. The versatility of these natural rugs is what makes them particularly special. You can use it as a traditional rug to place on the floor or you can use it as a throw for your sofa or at the end of your bedding. This means that you will get plenty of use out of your rug so when it is time for a change there is no need to throw it away. Just place it on top of your bedding or move it to your hallway to welcome your visitors as they step into your home. These traditional rugs are also great to add to a children’s playroom or bedroom as they provide them with a comfortable area on the floor to play.
Chances are you have already been looking at interior design websites and images to get ideas for your home. Interior designers often go for sheepskin rugs as they are extremely versatile and add a touch of class to a home. These wool rugs are great with neutral decor to create a homely feel but they do not look out of place in more contemporary homes either.
Although sheepskin rugs may sound like they will stretch your budget, our rugs for sale are reasonably priced so you can have the authentic look without breaking the bank.
There are black rugs, white rugs and brown rugs and you can also choose an eco-friendly rug. The versatility of these natural rugs is what makes them particularly special. You can use it as a traditional rug to place on the floor or you can use it as a throw for your sofa or at the end of your bedding. This means that you will get plenty of use out of your rug so when it is time for a change there is no need to throw it away. Just place it on top of your bedding or move it to your hallway to welcome your visitors as they step into your home. These traditional rugs are also great to add to a children’s playroom or bedroom as they provide them with a comfortable area on the floor to play.
Chances are you have already been looking at interior design websites and images to get ideas for your home. Interior designers often go for sheepskin rugs as they are extremely versatile and add a touch of class to a home. These wool rugs are great with neutral decor to create a homely feel but they do not look out of place in more contemporary homes either.
Although sheepskin rugs may sound like they will stretch your budget, our rugs for sale are reasonably priced so you can have the authentic look without breaking the bank.
Wednesday, 31 July 2013
Bedroom Luxury is Easy with a Shaggy Rug
It is odd but many people leave the bedroom as the last room that they finish when decorating a home. This is partly because not many visitors see the bedroom, but also because usually by the time a person is in the bedroom they are not really thinking ‘decor’. Sitting in a living room or working in a kitchen the mind often wanders to the surroundings, but this is not so much the case in the bedroom.Bedroom furniture is often more expensive than that for other rooms, partly because whilst no one really minds having a second hand settee, no one would normally consider a second hand bed. For this reason, money is often tight when it comes to bedroom finishing touches but a budget rug from Rug Zone doesn’t look at all cheap and in fact many of the rugs on offer can be considered very much luxury rugs although their cost is small.
Shaggy rugs are very much at home in the bedroom for many reasons. Firstly, there is little nicer than sinking your toes into a lovely thick pile when you get up in the morning. Cold laminate flooring or a scratchy cheap rug does nothing to make that wake up moment more acceptable, so it is nice to give yourself a treat if you can. Secondly, the bedroom is not a heavy traffic area, so a shaggy rug is easier to look after here. The pile won’t show tracking of people walking to and fro and also it is less likely to attract dirt and spills.
If your bedroom is big enough, it is very luxurious to have three shaggy rugs in there – one on either side of the bed and one at the bottom. As well as adding some real luxury, it gives the room a coordinated look by drawing the eye around the room. If you have an ensuite bathroom, it would also be a very decadent touch to have a shaggy rug in there too – check that the one you choose is suitable for bathroom use, but you can always buy different shaggy rugs and use colour as the link, so no one would know they were not exact matches. A bedroom with shaggy rugs is so inviting, who knows, you may find yourself spending more time in there!
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