Friday, April 8, 2016

How A Faux Fur Rug Can Work For You

By Roger Cooper


Being able to properly decorate an interior space is most definitely an art. A faux fur rug can add a lot of value to the aesthetics of a space, especially when used strategically. There are many different ways to use an item like this to achieve a desired effect. There are also a number of benefits to using this particular type of product instead of its alternatives.

Faux fur is also known as fake or synthetic fur. It costs a lot less than real fur, naturally, and therefore is a much more desirable material by default for many. Technology has come so far that it is very difficult to tell the difference between fake fur and real fur nowadays in products like these, and anyone can easily be fooled into thinking a fake fur rug is real. Truth be told, fake fur offers a much wider variety of options as well.

With faux fur, the range of sizes and colors is practically endless. Buyers can opt for a more realistic-looking rug, with the hairs able to imitate that of a number of different animals, such as chinchilla, fox, bear, tiger, mink, leopard or zebra. Naturally, the closer to the real thing the material resembles, the more expensive it is likely to be.

When speaking about faux fur, it must be mentioned that one of the major benefits is, of course, distancing yourself from the harmful practices of acquiring real animal hides. If you are a supported of animal rights, then this is an option for you that allows you get the desired effect without worrying about the torture of any animals in the process. Additionally, maintaining a carpet of real animal fur is much more demanding than purchasing one made of synthetic materials.

A synthetic fur rug can be cut into any shape and size. This means that a rug can be purchased to be used as an accent piece, which is smaller, or as an area rug. Accent rugs are designed to complement very specific features in a space, such as a key piece of furniture. They can be placed underneath a coffee table, and look great at the foot of the bed.

Accent rugs can also be used as a way to add a pop of color in a particular theme or color palette. Because synthetic materials can be dyed to practically any color, it is easy to match the most unusual of color schemes with an impressive piece. This is a great addition to any kids' room, play area, retro-themed space or to add a pop of color to an otherwise monochrome layout.

Area rugs are much larger and therefore must be placed strategically for balance. Proportions are key when it comes to using an area rug, so taking the correct measurements is a must. As well as the size, the shape of the piece in question is also very important. Rugs come in all sorts of shapes, from ovals, circles, squares and rectangles to other more creative styles.

Cleaning instructions are usually included and should be followed carefully, so that the product lasts longer. Synthetic materials can be washed by hand or machine, but this should be done with a very mild detergent and cold water. Dry cleaning is also a possibility. It's equally important to brush and fluff the fur.




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