Rugs come in almost all shapes and sizes, and one of those shapes includes the oval rug. You can find almost all types of rugs like oriental and Persian rugs in oval shape. Here is everything you need to know about it, from choosing an oval rug to styling it in your room.
Types Of Oval Rugs
First things first, you need to choose the right rug material. Here are some varieties in which oval rugs are available:
Braided Rugs
Textured and rustic, braided rugs are a wonderful addition to any room and if you select the beautiful and soft oval shape, then it adds a dimension of something that was missing the entire time. Braided rugs usually have a thick core in the middle and the material, coiled in a braid, is looped around the core.
Jute Rugs
Somewhat similar to the braided variety, but just as unique, jute rugs are perfect for those people who want to add a touch of rustic beauty to their house. If you want to add warmth and a rough and tough element, then jute rugs are for you.
They are great because they’re made out of biodegradable materials, so you’ll be doing your planet a favor as well. Jute doesn’t have a long color variety, but the warm and soft brown tones are to die for and they look just as gorgeous as any other rug.
Area Rugs
Next up in line are the oldie-but-goodie oval area rugs. Area rugs, specifically oval area rugs, are perfect to add that soft element to your room, without having to cover the floors in a thick and cushiony material. Area rugs are lightweight and small, so they can be managed with a breeze and you won’t need an army to help you move the rug from one place to another.
Area rugs are also perfect for throwing in the washing machine and they don’t need heavy-duty maintenance, so that’s something convenient for people. However, if your area rugs are made of wool or silk, you should avoid machine washing. Wool and silk rugs VA deserve the attention they require because they are amazing.
Synthetic Rugs
If you’re looking for something that’s not too pricey, but still just as good as other materials, then synthetic rugs are going to save the day and your wallet. Made out of soft and lightweight materials like cotton, nylon and even polymers, oval synthetic rugs can be used anywhere in the house.
Whether it’s inside a room outside on the porch, or even as an entryway rug, these oval rugs will not disappoint. They also have an upper hand in the maintenance department and the best part is that you can easily change them once they get old, without having to spend a lot of bucks.
Sizes Of Oval Rugs
Here are some sizes of oval rugs that you can consider.
Large Rugs
First up is the beast of a rug. Large oval rugs, otherwise known as 8×10 rugs, are used to cover the entire floor of the room. You can use them in living rooms or even in a study in which you want to go barefoot and enjoy the warmth and feel of the rug against your feet. Keep in mind, however, that larger rugs are extremely hard to maintain and clean and you probably have to get them professionally dry cleaned.
Medium Rugs
Medium rugs are kind of the liaison between large floor-covering rugs and small area rugs. Also known as 6×9 rugs, these rugs are perfect for putting in front of an article of furniture to make the room extra cozy or you can also use it as a furniture anchor or underneath a table. Medium oval rugs also look great on their own when placed in the center of the room.
The size is perfect because it doesn’t look too small and it doesn’t take up the entire floor space either. So, it can be perfect for most rooms.
Small Rugs
These rugs are usually referred to as area rugs or 5×7 rugs. Small rugs are perfect to put just about anywhere. Whether it’s a small reading nook that you want to cozy up or if it’s under a freestanding table, area rugs have you covered. Coupled with the fact that these rugs are oval makes everything that much softer and sweeter.
If you’re a fan of minimal décor but still want to incorporate a rug or two in your space, then oval area rugs will be a perfect choice, as they are just the perfect size and they’re the definition of “subtle”.
How To Style Oval Rugs?
Here are some styling ideas, if you’re confused as to where you want to put your oval rug.
Warm Up Your Space
Oval rugs look wonderful in front of a fireplace. There is just something about the combination of a burning fireplace and a soft area oval rug that perfectly spans over the width of the fireplace. Not to mention, it also adds that extra element of warmth.
Imagine sitting on the oval rug, in front of the burning embers on a windy and chilly evening. You’ll feel the cold creep away and a warm blanket will cover you up, from head to toe.
Layer Them
Oval rugs are perfect for layering. Because of their shape, when you layer two rugs in a mirror formation, it kind of looks like the infinity symbol, which is beautiful. If you take one or more complimenting oval rugs, then you can stack them on top of each other and come up with a masterpiece on the floor.
Just make sure that you’re selecting two rugs of same in shape, but not identical in patterns. You want the patterns to be somewhat different so that there can be drama in the layering. It will make a huge difference.
Choosing The Right Color
Sometimes, all that matters when choosing the right oval rug for your space is the color. You don’t need to go above and beyond with patterns, layering placement, etc. when there is an array of colors to choose from.
You should look at your room first and come up with a theme. Is everything neutral in color? Does it need a pop of color? Do things need to be muted down? What pattern would look best in the room? These are questions you need to ask yourself before choosing the perfect color for oval rugs. You’ll just need to try it out to see the difference it makes.
In Front Of The Table
If you want to make your table a style statement, then you can decorate it with an oval rug. Something about the pointy and very sharp design of a table coupled with an oval rug with soft and rounded edges is the perfect combination that you didn’t know your room needed.
Try different placements like in front, putting the table on the rug, or placing it somewhere else because the options are possibly endless in this styling idea, so keep experimenting.
Conclusion
Oval rugs are here to stay with their elongated shape that doesn’t look too boring or drastic. So, when are you getting yours? And as we stated earlier, you can even find oriental, Persian, and traditional rugs Virginia in this shape.
