Whether they highlight the entrance of your home or decorate a stretch of floor in your bedroom, a good runner can tie the entire room together
Before you start browsing, start by measuring the space where the runner is required. It is best to make sure you have about 5 inches of flooring on all sides of a runner rug
Hallway or entryway runner should be about 75% of the length of the hall
Enough floor space should be visible on all sides
Don’t forget to consider the door clearance and any furniture you need to accommodate in the space
Bedroom Runners
You can choose to display runners in the bedrooms in a couple of ways- One by placing it on either sides of the bed and second is placing a single runner at the foot of the bed
It is recommended to choose a runner size that extends from the nightstand to the foot of the bed
Kitchen Runner Size
Kitchens tend to have a lot of hard surfaces as well as lot of spills & stains Choose a runner that covers maximum length of the kitchen platform
Material Options
Polyester
Polyester is a very affordable option that wears well and feels soft to the touch—especially if you purchase a polyester runner with a thicker pile
Polyester runners come in a variety of colours, patterns and textures
Polyester runners are moisture, stain, and abrasion-resistant, non-allergic, retain their color well, and are easier to clean
Nylon
Nylon is the most used material for making runners as it’s a strong fiber, making it suitable for high-traffic areas
Nylon runners can be very strong and durable, since they don’t flatten as easily as polyester or polypropylene
They are also highly resistant to stains and are easy to clean
Jute
Jute is the softest of all natural fibers and have a fine texture
Jute is more resistant to stains than sisal
Jute carpets can be an ideal choice for bedrooms & study rooms
The downside? They are not hardwearing, so the carpets wear-out easily
Wool
Wool is an all-around, designer-favorite natural material
It's not just super cozy—it's durable and has scales on the fibers that hide dirt, making it clean easily, and it's naturally fire-retardant
Wool also dyes well, allowing rich hues
However, wool runners tend to be more expensive than synthetic material
More tips for care and maintenance of your runners
Vacuum the runners regularly in one direction – not back and forth
Immediately blot accidental spills with a clean, absorbent cloth
Always read wash and care instruction before cleaning the runners
Turn regularly for even wear and to help prevent uneven fading