Color, as in other fiunishings, is the first point to consider
in the selection of a rug. The rug preferably should be of
about the same value as the floor, so that it may tone with it,
making no sevei'e or obtrusive contrast. In the case of a floor
that is too light but that may not l>c darkened, the lesser of
tw^o evils is to compromise by choosing a rug considerably
darker than the floor. The floor is the base of the room, the
foundation on which the furnituie rests, the background
against which it is seen. Colors relatively dark contribute to
an effect of solidity. In must be continually repeated that neu-
tral effects serve best as backgrounds. The safest coloring per-
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hape is the one similar or analogotLs to the prtn^ailing colcir of the
walb; but a complementary or contrasting colou if Hy
neutralized and if repeated elsewhere in tije r*»om, tn.v/ __ ^ j^
with excellent effect. A plain rug with a self-toned bolder is in
general a good choice.
If the rug is to be subjected to very hard wcar^ a pattern will
make the wear less evident. A rup^ with an unobtruj^ive pattern,
preferaljly with small geometric figures that "read** from every
direction, or a very conventional nature motif with no strong
contrasts in value, i* likely to ki*ep its * a background
better than a rug with large pattern, ii is^ or intricate
ostentatious bonier. Such rugs assert themselves at the ex-
pense of the other furnishings and tend to make the room seem
crowded. Healiistic flowers or animals, trees or houses, are out
of place in patte^m.
The best size and proportion for rugs is determined by the
room and its furnishings. In the average room, a relatively
large rug proportioned to the size and shape of the room is a
satisfactory choice. Between two and three feet, or in a very
large room even a wider nmririn, of bare tttmr may be left on
e^ch edge; tlie rug thus answers every purpose of a rug, clears
the furniture, and is ea^sily cared for. Tlie size, number, and
placing of rugs should be studied in relation to the other fur^
nishings of the room, since they play an important part in the
whole design.
There is a wide variety of textures and weaves on the market.
It is imix>ssible to suggest with any defmiteness, the weave or
manufacture to bu.v. The texture or quality should above all
Ije appropriate to the room in which it is to be used; a rag rug
may be the licst choice for a IxKlroom or even for a living-room
in a simply furnished country house. He4ivy Wilton or Ax*
minsters or velvets with deep pile are too suggestive of luxury
to be used in modern simple homes. Since rugs are always t<»
be walked upon, they should above all l>e dural»le, A reliable
dealer who handles standard makes of rugs should be selected,
and his judgment trusted as to the wearing qualities of his
goods.
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Color, as in other fiunishings, is the first point to consider
in the selection of a rug. The rug preferably should be of
about the same value as the floor, so that it may tone with it,
making no sevei'e or obtrusive contrast. In the case of a floor
that is too light but that may not l>c darkened, the lesser of
tw^o evils is to compromise by choosing a rug considerably
darker than the floor. The floor is the base of the room, the
foundation on which the furnituie rests, the background
against which it is seen. Colors relatively dark contribute to
an effect of solidity. In must be continually repeated that neu-
tral effects serve best as backgrounds. The safest coloring per-
76 A MANUAL OF HOME-MAKfXG
hape is the one similar or analogotLs to the prtn^ailing colcir of the
walb; but a complementary or contrasting colou if Hy
neutralized and if repeated elsewhere in tije r*»om, tn.v/ __ ^ j^
with excellent effect. A plain rug with a self-toned bolder is in
general a good choice.
If the rug is to be subjected to very hard wcar^ a pattern will
make the wear less evident. A rup^ with an unobtruj^ive pattern,
preferaljly with small geometric figures that "read** from every
direction, or a very conventional nature motif with no strong
contrasts in value, i* likely to ki*ep its * a background
better than a rug with large pattern, ii is^ or intricate
ostentatious bonier. Such rugs assert themselves at the ex-
pense of the other furnishings and tend to make the room seem
crowded. Healiistic flowers or animals, trees or houses, are out
of place in patte^m.
The best size and proportion for rugs is determined by the
room and its furnishings. In the average room, a relatively
large rug proportioned to the size and shape of the room is a
satisfactory choice. Between two and three feet, or in a very
large room even a wider nmririn, of bare tttmr may be left on
e^ch edge; tlie rug thus answers every purpose of a rug, clears
the furniture, and is ea^sily cared for. Tlie size, number, and
placing of rugs should be studied in relation to the other fur^
nishings of the room, since they play an important part in the
whole design.
There is a wide variety of textures and weaves on the market.
It is imix>ssible to suggest with any defmiteness, the weave or
manufacture to bu.v. The texture or quality should above all
Ije appropriate to the room in which it is to be used; a rag rug
may be the licst choice for a IxKlroom or even for a living-room
in a simply furnished country house. He4ivy Wilton or Ax*
minsters or velvets with deep pile are too suggestive of luxury
to be used in modern simple homes. Since rugs are always t<»
be walked upon, they should above all l>e dural»le, A reliable
dealer who handles standard makes of rugs should be selected,
and his judgment trusted as to the wearing qualities of his
goods.
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