RugsUpdated 2 years ago

What kind of rug construction or rug material is best for me?

With so many types of rugs to choose from, it can be confusing. The way you live will guide you to the best rug for you. Below we detail the different features of the five main rug styles Maine Cottage sells. Aside from pure aesthetics, consider a few other things to ensure you get a rug that is symbiotic with your life: Do you have a big family? Pets? Live near the ocean? Or the mountains?  

1. COTTON RUGS

Easy, lightweight, and full of character: we offer dozens of fresh and fun Cotton Rugs that will give any floor an instant perk-me-up! A wide variety of patterns and hues will are available to pull together any space you are decorating. 

Features & Benefits:

• Cotton rugs are lightweight and easy to clean.
• The rugs are usually low profile and sometimes reversible.
• Cotton rugs offer color and style at a reasonable price.
• Great for kitchens, children’s rooms, and casual spaces.

2. OUTDOOR  RUGS

A rug for all seasons and all styles! Made of super-heroic, washable, durable fibers, our outdoor area rugs are terrific for high-traffic areas and muddy messes. These area rugs are perfect as patio rugs or anywhere outside of your home. Shop our polypropylene rug for the quintessential tough floor decor.

Indoor/Outdoor Polypropylene - Features & Benefits

• Polypropylene rugs are renowned for their durability and dependability.
• They are easy to clean and can be used in various environments.
• Polypropylene rugs are very family (and pet) friendly.
• Great for kitchens, laundry rooms, outdoor spaces, high-traffic and sunny areas.

 Indoor/Outdoor P.E.T. - Features & Benefits

• P.E.T. rugs are made of eco-friendly, man-made fibers.
• The rugs are surprisingly soft underfoot, similar to wool.
• P.E.T. rugs are very easy to clean.
• Great for living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and high-traffic areas.

3. WOOL RUGS

Close to home and close to Mother Nature.  Wool rugs last the longest and feel great to touch. We select wool fibers for their pliable durability and their innately soft textures. Wool rugs are a great option where insulated and are popular in the northern states. Colors are pure but tend to be subdued for versatility! 

Features & Benefits

• Wool rugs are renowned for their softness and durability.
• Underfoot wool rugs have a very cozy and strong feel.
• Wool rugs have good stain and water repellency and excellent insulating properties.
• Great for living rooms, dining rooms, high-traffic areas.

4. JUTE RUGS

Go au natural! Jute Dash & Albert Rugs are an all-natural, aesthetically pleasing, eco-friendly approach to floor décor. These area rugs are available in dashing designs like geometric, striped, and plaid patterns. Also, be sure to spruce up your hallway, kitchen, or other small spaces with a runner rug to tie your rooms together.

Features & Benefits

• Jute rugs are made of durable, natural grasses and other fibers.
• The rugs can be woven with other materials, making them colorful and soft underfoot.
• Jute rugs are very strong and renewable.
• Great for living rooms and high-traffic areas.

5. SISAL RUGS

Crafted of sustainable, natural materials, our natural fiber rugs are the perfect choice for eco-friendly floor décor. Choose from our selection of jute area rugs and sisal area rugs, each available in an array of colors and patterns to match your décor effortlessly.

Features & Benefits

• Sisal rugs are made of natural grasses and other fibers with neutral, earthy palettes.
• The rugs are super durable and can stand up to foot (and paw) traffic.
• Sisal rugs are great as base layers with other rugs.
• Great for living rooms and high-traffic areas.

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