Oriental rugs are more versatile than you may imagine. While they look fabulous when placed in a predominant spot on the floor in a foyer or dining room, you are not limited to merely using them in such expected places. Oriental rugs can also be used in unexpected places, like the bathroom.
While the bathroom might seem like an unusual place for an Oriental rug because of dampness and moisture, it is possible. If incorporated into your bathroom decor properly, you can keep it looking and feeling as fresh and new as the day you brought it home. If you are considering placing an Oriental rug in your bathroom but are not sure the right way to go about it, we’ve got some easy tips to share with you.
#1 Location: Using an Oriental rug as a bath mat when stepping out of the shower isn’t a good idea. Instead, place it in a spot in the bathroom that tends to stay dry.
#2 Hand-Knotted Rugs: Thin, low piled, hand-knotted antique rugs in Atlanta tend to be more resilient in the bathroom than other styles of Oriental rugs.
#3 Rug Pad: Obviously, the bathroom is one of the wettest rooms in the house. Rug pads can elevate the rug, so it is not completely flat on the floor, providing air circulation to help absorb moisture.
Because the bathroom is used so frequently, regular cleaning is necessary. It’s a good idea to shake it out or give it a quick vacuuming weekly. You’ll also want to get it professionally cleaned regularly. A bathroom rug will require more regular cleaning than one placed in a less busy room, but your rug will look beautiful and last longer thanks to proper care.
