An abstract rug should be a true work of art. It should tell a story for your home, business or classroom. Let’s take a look at five things to look for when shopping for an abstract rug for your space:
1) The colors should match the colors in your room. For example, if you have blue walls, you want a beautiful aqua rug, not one with orange and yellow flowers on it. On the other hand, if you have reds and yellows in your room, the rug can still match if it has darker shades of these colors. You also need to consider how many different colors are represented in the picture/photo woven into the rug. Ideally, there shouldn’t be too many colors to distract from any other design elements used in the rug.
2) You want a pattern that is symmetrical. It should look proportional from any angle in the room. Ideally, if you’re looking for an abstract rug with a tree on it, there will be trees on both sides of the rug that follow the same pattern. The pattern itself does not have to be exactly symmetrical, but it should feel balanced when standing in front of your new beautiful purchase and turning around to see all sides!
3) Look at how many different colors are used in the picture/photo woven into your rug. The more colors, the less “wow” factor you get from this part of your new art purchase. But again, there shouldn’t be too many different colors because this part of the design becomes a distraction.
4) Take a good look at how sharply defined your photo/picture is to make sure it will “pop” as you walk into that particular room. The more sharpness and detail, the better! You’ll want this to really stand out and be noticed as soon as you step foot in that room.
5) When comparing other rug options, look for symmetrical patterns (like leaves), and stay away from anything too busy (too many different colors). If there are any imperfections in the pattern, i.e., slightly crooked trees, you may have a potential winner! But again, the stronger design element should be where you focus most of your attention when choosing an abstract rug for your home.
Where to buy abstract rugs?
When choosing an abstract rug for your home or office, be sure to shop at a retailer that specializes in high-end international art and decor. This way, you’ll know the rug was made from sustainable materials from artists from around the world. And if you’re looking for a custom rug, be sure to ask your retailer when they launch their next collection of hand-knotted rugs.
