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The Grooviest Rugs Are Shag Area Rugs
Shag area rugs hearken back to the 60s and 70s, when shag carpet was a feature of home and vehicles alike. Shag is made up of longer, loose strands than most carpets or rugs, and comes in several sizes — from mini shag (which is only slightly longer than standard pile rugs) to long shag, the kind associated with the rock ‘n’ roll era.
If you are considering purchasing a shag area rug, take a few things into consideration. First, the grass-like quality of the shag carpet is difficult to keep clean, as it allows larger particles of dust, dirt, and even coins or small toys to get lost in its bulk. Vacuuming a shag area rug takes time, as you must use the attachment, and it’s easy to lose small valuables such as earrings in the rug.
However, shag area rugs are incredibly comfortable on the feet. Soft and thick, they gently caress the sensitive skin of the foot, and are great to place at the bedside for early morning pampering or in a bathroom for after a shower.
Shag area rugs have a very distinct visual appeal that goes well with a retro decorative scheme, but can clash with a more modern room feel. Make sure you take into account the theme of the room in which you plan to put the rug.
Consider also the wide variety of shag area rug types. Do you prefer faux fur (Love Fur rugs) or real New Zealand wool (Flokati or Aros rugs)? Would you like the base to be made from suede (leather shag rugs), or do you just want to go with the traditional 60s-era shaggy rug, made from cotton jersey? The various rug types come in a range of colors, as well.
A word of wisdom: shop for shag area rugs in person if at all possible. While online dealers may offer a discount, feeling the texture of the rug for yourself is a vital step in selecting the right shag area rug.
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