{"id":3630,"date":"2018-12-20T19:45:56","date_gmt":"2018-12-20T19:45:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/localhost\/lyr\/area-rug-blog\/?p=1133"},"modified":"2023-05-23T14:00:58","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T14:00:58","slug":"the-best-rug-styles-for-your-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dev.wisevu.com\/lyr\/area-rug-blog\/the-best-rug-styles-for-your-kitchen\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Rug Styles for your Kitchen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your kitchen sees a lot of life. From feeding pets and throwing together breakfasts before you head out the door, to going all out for a family-style holiday meal, it\u2019s the heart of most homes. Based on this, not everyone immediately thinks of the kitchen as a place to have a rug.<\/p>\n

But adding a rug to the room is actually a great way to pull the space together by adding, colour, comfort and texture. And, if you choose the right style, it doesn\u2019t have to add to your workload<\/a>. Here are some of the best styles for livening up your busiest space:<\/p>\n

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Switch up your decor with a print or graphic pattern<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Another great thing about rugs is that they can be a stylish way to change up your d\u00e9cor without having to commit to a major renovation. If your neutral cabinets and countertops are begging for a pop of colour but you don\u2019t want to make a permanent change \u2026 your rug can save the day.<\/p>\n

A Persian or Oriental rug can be a great option for this. Rich in colour and pattern, they have an opulent look to them and are often very comfortable underfoot. You can have different versions for each season and switch them up as needed.<\/p>\n

Make sure you choose the right option for your space, however. Persian rugs<\/a> and Oriental rugs<\/a> are often large and square in shape, which makes them great for spacious kitchens. If you\u2019re looking for a simple runner, however, you might have a harder time finding one in this style.<\/p>\n

Worried about splurging on a rug and immediately spilling gravy all over it? Ask a professional rug cleaning<\/a> company for help.<\/p>\n

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Be mindful of the material you choose<\/strong><\/h1>\n

For some people, the durability of a rug is more important than the look or feel. In this case, a flat-weave rug is probably your best bet, since it will be easier for you to spot clean, and likely take less time for a professional rug cleaning company<\/a> as well, if you choose to go that route.<\/p>\n

A rug that\u2019s marketed as indoor\/outdoor may not have the luxurious feel underfoot that some other rug styles will, but they do have the benefit of not absorbing spills or stains as easily. If you have a busy kitchen with kids and pets running around, this may very well be your best bet.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not sold on the synthetic feel of polypropylene, some natural fibres have a similar stain-repelling effect. These include:<\/p>\n