Wall-to wall carpeting has stepped aside to make way for hardwood, tile or marble flooring. Hardwood flooring is now built into most new homes, not only throughout the first floor but on the second floor and on staircases. “Yet in a two-story home people want carpet on staircases for several reasons, mainly because of safety [ read more… ]
Overdyed rugs can really make a room pop! What exactly are Overdyed rugs? David Pease, Hand Knotted Rug Specialist and Rug Buyer at Toms Price in Lincolnshire, IL explains: “Older rugs; antique to semi-antique rugs are bleached to completely remove the color and one color is used to redye the rug. The rug and the [ read more… ]
Now an extra 25% off through March 31 “Quality without Compromise” is the mission of Fabrica, one of the great choices for fine area rugs, stair runners and carpets at Toms-Price. Fabrica’s creativity, craftsmanship, density, style and dedication to excellence make it a top solution for our customers. With over 40 years in business, Fabrica [ read more… ]
Love these new modern rugs that have arrived in the Toms-Price Rug Galleries. They are so reasonably priced starting at $349 for a 5′ x 8′. Call us to see which patterns are being shown at a particular store.
Rugs have been referred to as the new “fifth wall”. Where you might want to maintain some neutrality in the sofa and chairs, your rug can be like a painting for the floor. It will set a tone for the room that conveys your style personality like a beautiful scarf or jacket.
These rugs have the rich warmth you need in an ice palace in Russia — or a dwelling in Chicago. I think they would transition into spring well, too! Wouldn’t want to get my muddy feet near them though… But now that I think about it, sometimes people want to buy cheaper machine-made rugs if [ read more… ]
Garden colors are on my mind this week… This is an exquisite rug of the deepest, richest eggplant ground — an earthy aubergine that I would love underfoot. For a handcrafted wool rug, I think it is quite unbelievably priced at $899 for an 8′ x 10′ size.
Pattern is expressive, interesting, and just plain fun. Isn’t it time you had a little? If your dominant pattern is organic, like a floral, it is usually good to contrast it with a geometric like a stripe or small print. If it’s a stripe, the reverse is true. Just be sure that the scale of [ read more… ]
