Carpets and rugs have been used since time immemorial to spruce up spaces, make a room cozy, define areas, and add texture and color. Laying a good customized carpet instantly elevates a room and makes it a formal space, put a rug in a bedroom, and there you've got yourself a plush abode.
With an array of premium and bespoke carpets to choose from, one may end up with a selection that is beautiful. But when you look at the broader scope of things, it can pinch your pocket a little more than you expected and you start looking out for an option where your preferences can be value engineered; and amidst this process you lose the essence of the original carpet and the end result is never the same .
In such a scenario, it is advisable to pick a base rug as a blank canvas and then layer it up with a premium, bespoke carpet in a manner that your actual carpet shines through as a piece of art.
Layering works well specifically for hand-knotted carpets, it not only is a cost-effective way of managing and furnishing your floors but also adds great versatility and drama to a space. It also makes it convenient to interchange rugs between rooms without having to go through the hassle of storing large carpets.
When it comes to layering carpets and rugs, it is crucial to select a good base rug that acts as a foundation for your space. The base rug primarily should be:-
In a neutral tone
In textures of jute or sisal
Have minimal & small geometric patterns such as stripes, small gingham patterns, or a tone-on-tone pattern
Should act as a blank slate that facilitates the placement of the main rug
Sturdy enough to with-take cleaning, vacuuming, and maintenance.
Should have a lesser thickness so that it does not look bulky.
The good thing about layering is that for certain spaces you can roll up your main carpet and keep it aside. And still have your base rug that serves the carpeting purpose for everyday use.
May I add there's a certain old-world charm to it. For me, layering a carpet always reminds me of the country and cute cottages, luxuriously dressed chateaux, barn living, farmhouses, country clubs, home offices and libraries that make you lose track of time.
Furthermore, layering customized carpets and rugs render an essence of both, a powerful style statement and sweet nostalgia.
Layering of rugs also gives you enough scope to select a color or pattern heavy carpet, which if used without a neutral base carpet can look overbearing or too heavy and might shock your eye after a certain passage of time.
So next time you are intimidated while selecting a beautiful bespoke carpet for its color, pattern, size, or price, don't doubt your selection. Instead, layer it up with a dependable base carpet.
