Becoming independent can be a very special and important experience. It gives you the opportunity to live your life the way you see fit, to make your own decisions and mistakes without others judging you.
However, although these are important things, it also allows you to enjoy the small details of life. For example, decorate your house according to your tastes. If something doesn’t look right in one place, you can move it to another. If you don’t like a color, you apply another, etc.
In reality, decorating can be a very liberating and de-stressing activity. For this reason some people dedicate themselves to it and do not see it as a job. These consultants inform their clients not only about the new trends in decoration, but also the most economical way to give a new look to the spaces of your home.
Sure, we can’t always afford these people’s services, but don’t let that be a reason to get discouraged. On the Internet we can find many ideas of how to decorate our house. The best thing is that you can do it yourself, without having to spend a euro on labor.
A very helpful accessory is rugs. By using them you can change the atmosphere of the space where you put it. At present, vinyl rugs have become very important; do you know what they are?
These mats are made from PVC, fiberglass or PET, the same material used for recycled plastic bottles. Therefore, their main characteristic is that they are plastic.
Its aesthetic is very nice, since it can be adapted to any style. In fact, there are companies that are dedicated to customizing them. But what else should you know about these rugs? We will see it next.
Instructions
Perhaps you are thinking that these rugs are nothing new, and you are right. However, few people have been able to realize the potential they have and the great advantages they offer. Some of them are the following:
- Since they do not collect dust, they are 100% recommended for people who suffer from allergies.
- They are fireproof, which means that they resist high temperatures. So you can also use them outdoors. In addition, you can leave it even during the summer.
- During their manufacturing process they have been treated with products that prevent mites from accumulating and storing.
- Its design is very versatile, so you can use them both inside the house and outside.
- Since they are anti-fungal, you can use them in the bath or pool. It will not collect them, even if the person stands on it just out of the shower.
- They are ideal for people who have pets. Unlike traditional rugs, their fur does not stick to them.
- They are very resistant and, since they do not scratch, they do not wear easily.
- Its cleaning process is very simple. You don’t have to take them to the dry cleaners or anything like that. Simply wash them with soap and water.
- They can be placed on any type of floor and there are so many types of rugs that fit perfectly with any type of decoration.
- If you look closely you will realize that they are completely fixed to the ground, therefore, create beautiful designs to suit each person. There are from the most classic to the most abstract and original.
Where to use them?
As they are a very versatile decorative object, you can use them anywhere in the house. For example:
- In the hall: they say that the first impression is the one that counts. Surprise your visitors with an impact receiver so that they enter your home on the right foot.
- In your work area: by using a patterned rug, you will be giving your workplace a new look. You will feel more inspired and motivated!
- At the entrance of the room: as they are a fully customizable option, you can design a panel to your liking for the entrance of your room.
- In the children’s bedroom: they are perfect for decorating the floor and for children to play on them, as they are hypoallergenic and do not accumulate fungi or mites.
- For the corridor: if you place a design that simulates a tile, it will contrast with the rest of the floor of your house and it will look impressive.
- In the dining room: they are ideal for delimiting the space and, as they are very easy to clean, you do not have to worry about food scraps or drinks falling on them.
- In your reading space: this will give it a warmer and much more appealing touch.
- Outside: the terraces of the house and other outdoor areas also need decoration and vinyl rugs are ideal for this, since they can be outdoors because they resist both heat and rain.
- In the kitchen: make your kitchen as personal a space as you decide.
- In the living room: If you use an eye-catcher, you will give the space a different and fun look.
- In the bathroom: because they are plastic, you will not run the risk of their design being damaged or lost. Also, remember that it does not accumulate fungi. They are great!
What do you need
Actually, you can find them in all sizes. You will find one model or another depending on where you want to put it in the house. For example:
- For bed sides, they measure approximately 60 cm wide by 110 long.
- If you want it for the hall, the ideal one is 80 cm x 150. But if the hall is larger, you might need one of 120 cm x 170.
- For the corridors, the measurement is 67 cm x 300 cm.
- In the case of the dining room, the measurements may vary. You may find them 190 cm x 280 or 200 x 290 cm.
Since they have a large number of sizes, it is easy to find the one you are looking for. In addition, these rugs have a wide variety of colors and patterns, which are designed to add color and life to the home.
In fact, if you wish, you can use them as a centerpiece, since it adheres very well to the surface. For sure, eating there will be a real pleasure, not only for the palate, but also for the eyes because you will be able to delight yourself with its original designs.
Since many companies are dedicated to making them personalized, they can offer you the size you need. If they don’t have it available, you can make a special request giving the exact measure you are looking for, and that’s it!
Tips
These types of rugs are capable of adding a lot of life and excitement to the design of any room. In addition to that, it provides warmth, embellishes and defines the decoration of any space in your home.
You can use them to define or separate specific areas of the house. For example, the sofa area, the hallway, the dining area. This idea is very practical for those who have very large spaces and who need more definition.
When using them in our decoration, we must take into account that it is responsible for dividing the space in two. In order to create a sense of variety, you need to use rugs of different sizes. Keep in mind that, although rectangular ones are more common, you can also find round ones.
It is important that the style of the rug complements that of the space to be decorated, so that an unpleasant or discordant effect is not generated. If you use many styles of patterns in one place, you will completely break the sense of harmony.
You can also use them as the basis of the space’s color scheme. However, if you decide to place them after the furniture, you can use them to accentuate the predominant color or to combine the colors that you have available. Since it will become the focal point of the room, its color and shape play a very important role. That way you will make it the protagonist of the space.
As we have mentioned before, vinyl rugs do not necessarily have to be rectangular. There are those that are made to measure, round and even those that simulate the shape of animal skin. To know which one to use, look at how your furniture is arranged. This way you will find the way that best complements the decoration of that space.
Regarding the ideal size, if you have a small space and you want it to look larger, leave a perimeter of one meter around the rug. Now, if you are looking for one to put under the dining table, it should be half a meter larger than the table, so that the back legs of the chairs stay inside it, even if we take them out to sit on.
If you want more ideas, you can use a catalog to inspire you and create unique and fun spaces. You can find them on the Internet, but also in decoration stores that manufacture and sell these types of rugs.
A very economical option
Sometimes we want to break the decoration scheme we have, but we have a very low budget. Don’t let the parrot go away! Vinyl rugs are an economical option. In addition, it will be enough to use one to reach your goal.
If you can choose, choose the round ones, since they give a lot of play. Because they are smaller, you can use several for the same space and thus achieve a great visual effect
