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wendyb_gw4

Area rugs - what kinds?

14 years ago

I'm just starting shopping for an area rug and wondering about the pros and cons of different fibers.

I suspect wool is probably the best and the most expensive. Then I see olefin, nylon, propopylene (or something like that) at much better prices. They seem kinda thin. Do they need to be thick to help them stay put on the pad? i'm sure the type of pad is important too, but what kind of backing on the rug is best?

Wear and tear will not be very major but there are cat hairballs from time to time and some doggie fetch running around here and there. Some Wii Fit, etc. if I'm disciplined enough - LOL!

What would be a good type of rug for these uses.

I would like an 8x10, but may have to settle for 6x9 or 5x8. better to get a good smaller rug than large cheapo rug?

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