Relying on Runner Rugs
In conversation with customers we always share our passion for runner rugs and kilim runners, encouraging and offering advice about championing corridors with an inspirational handwoven piece!
In some areas of a home a runner is the perfect addition to a décor scheme or, indeed prompt one!
You can add some expression with the floor art of runners, particularly in areas where there may be limited space for your artworks or furniture.
They have a lot to offer, not forgetting, finding a home with ease in more places and spaces that you might imagine!
Think beyond hallways and corridors but also galley kitchens, laundry rooms, mezzanines, bedsides, entrance ways, dressing rooms, stairways and landings.
Be inventive around kitchen islands, cloakrooms, annexes, attic rooms and barn conversions. Whatever lifestyle or dwelling; verandas, long boats and yachts!
So, now understanding about the versatility of runners and working with runners in your décor let’s explore more with this way of unique home styling.
Placed in areas of higher footfall they are extremely durable whether you choose a piece with pile or flat-weave; all weaves will wear well and add insulation.
As you move around your home you can make informed decisions; creating a focus of an area that may, at first, appear unimportant or with limited space.
Hallways and corridors are not just a transitional area – they can be transformed! Set a mood when moving through your home by adding runner styles and uniqueness.
Often in entrance areas, runners give a vital first impression; a welcome, as well as an artistic atmosphere. Begin to add an expression of your personality to your home; quintessential to a fascinating décor.
Also, not just a warm welcome for your visitors but also, even more importantly, to you and your homecoming!
It is easy to decorate with runner rugs and kilims as there is a superb variety of styles, weaves, widths and lengths to choose from.
3 easy steps to starting your journey:-
- Measure your spaces thoroughly.
- Be flexible with your minimum and maximum possibilities for the width and length of your runner.
- Have an open mind about colour and design as every piece is one-of-a-kind and unique!
This will allow even more choice!
With our collections we offer such a diverse range of options; geometric, floral, centralised medallion repeats, blocks of colour, tribal, contemporary patterns, compartmentalised or directional motifs, gabbeh weaves, modern interpretations of classic designs, overdyed, Berber style, as well as antique, vintage and timeless classics.
In addition find authentic Qashqai or Belouch tribal pieces, Caucasian or Kurdish origins.
With our extensive Kilim runner collection you can discover bright and bold geometry, to natural earthy tones and everything inbetween to the gentleness of soft wash pastels.
Explore Afghan pieces from strips to sofrehs for any home to wide magnificent runners, or extra long to make a stellar impression!
We offer expert advice on choosing the most suitable underlay which is a superb aide to prevent any slipping or rucking. Underlay can also be cut bespoke for your piece.
The six R’s to remember that you can do to your space with runners
- Redecorate
- Reinvigorate
- Reinvent
- Reinterpret
- Rely on
- Reveal
Feel free to browse our selection of runners here
The Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK
