Kid Friendly Rug Round Up

I get so many questions about rugs that are kid friendly and easy to clean, that I decided to follow up my Affordable Rug Round up from last week with a Kid Friendly and Easy to Clean Rug Round Up. I am very familiar with the messes kids can make. Having 3 of my own, we have sacrificed a few rugs to stains. Fortunately, these days, there are many beautiful and affordable rugs out there for those of us who love our rugs, but not enough to want to give are children away. ;) Synthetic rugs are a great way to get the look and feel of a pretty wool rug, but without all the maintenance. Rugs made of polyester, propylene or olefin, are a great option for high traffic areas, like a mudroom or entryway. They are also soft enough to have underfoot in a bedroom or living room. I don't normally put rugs under dining tables, when my client's have young children, but if you really want/need a rug under your dining table, a synthetic rug is a great option. One thing to note, while these rugs can be functional and beautiful, they do not have a thick pile, although many are very soft. If you are putting this type of rug on a hard surfaces and want to have a cushier feel, be sure to use a nice thick rug pad.

Here are a few of my picks for rugs that check the boxes of beautiful, functional and easy to clean!

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Beautiful and Affordable Area Rug Round - Up

I'm back today to share a round - up of some area rugs, I am currently crushing on, with you. Area rugs can create be a beautiful foundation for a space. They can set the mood in a room by making a statement, or be being a subtle accent.

Area Rugs provide both beauty and function. Whether placed on a wood floor, or layered over carpet. The right area rug is key to designing a room. Today, I've rounded up some area rugs I am currently loving, for you. A bonus, many of the picks are under $500.00 for an 8x10! Check them out!

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Client Project Reveal: Family Room Refresh

Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. My weekend was filled with hair, make-up and costumes changes. Both of my daughters dance competitively and they had their first competition of the season this past weekend. I love seeing my girls in their element, but to say that the competition days are long and exhausting is an understatement. Nonetheless, my girls have an absolute love affair with dance, so it looks like I'm in it for the long haul!

Today I am back with another reveal of a local client project. The clients contacted me because they wanted some help pulling together their family room and piano room. When I first saw the space, it didn't look too bad. They had already purchased most of the major pieces of furniture, but not much beyond that. They also weren't sure how to tie in the large black built in entertainment center that they inherited from the previous homeowners when they purchased their home. They wanted a fresh and light feel in the space without having to paint the built in or any of the walls. They have a young family, so they wanted to keep things simple. I also needed to incorporate the furniture they has already purchased. Luckily for me, they have great taste and the furniture they picked provided a great foundation for the space. I tackled the job of pulling the space together by adding drapery, pillows and accessories in a lovely gray, yellow and teal color palette. I also selected a new rug, coffee table and side table for my clients to purchase. Lastly, we added some interest to the black built ins by installing teal fabric covered panels to the backs of the glass front cabinets. I then placed white ceramic and glass objects in those cabinets, allowing them to pop off the colored panels and add some light and reflectiveness to the cabinetry. This project is a great example of how an interior designer can help create a cohesive and pulled together space in your home without having to start from scratch. That is what I did here...just gave the space a little "Refresh". :)

Here is what the space looked like the before:

And now, after my Refresh...

Isn't it lovely? I certainly think so and so do the homeowners. It just goes to show that sometimes a professional's eye, knowledge and vision is what it takes to turn a space from "not too bad" to "I really love it!" Thanks again to my lovely clients for trusting me with their home. I truly have the best clients in the world!!!

I'll be sharing this client's Piano Room transformation soon...stay tuned!

Need my help with your own "room refresh"? Check out my Design Services page or contact me @sitamontgomeryinteriors@gmail.com

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Surya Rug For Sale

Hello All! I mentioned in a previous post that I was going to upgrade the size of the rug in my Family Room. Well, I think I am ready to invest in a new rug and as a result, I am selling this practically brand new 8x5 Surya flat weave Fallon Rug from the Jill Rosenwald Collection. The rug is in perfect condition.

The rug retails for $385.00 and I am selling it for $265.00. Local Pick up only. If you live in Northern Utah and are interested in it, send me and email at thefamilyroomdesign@gmail.com.

In other news...I am taking my girls on a little Mommy - Daughter(s) date tonight to see this...

I have seen it before, but my girls haven't. They are so excited and I can't wait to see the expressions on their faces as they watch one of my favorite musicals of all time! I adore musical theater, and I am so glad that I get to share my fondness for it with my kids!

Stay tuned later this week for my file cabinet makeover reveal!

* UPDATE* THE RUG IS SOLD! THANK YOU!

Red, White and Blue at Home

Happy Monday Everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. This week we will celebrate our Nation's Independence. The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. Our day is spent with family and filled with all sorts of fun activities...which I'll share later this week. I honor of the 4th of July Holiday, here is a little round up of some favorite red, white and blue rooms and decor items for the home. Enjoy!

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via Coastal Living

Chic Decor Pillows via Etsy 

Dekowe via Etsy

Pop O' Color via Etsy

Posh Street Pillows Via Etsy

Shades of Light Ceramic Bottle Lamp

Mary McDonald Santorini Stripes Lamp

Surya Archival Rug

Rugs USA Inspire Rug

Not Your Daughter's Rug

On Saturday, I opened my mailbox to find a slew of home decor and fashion catalogs waiting for me. Among them were the most recent catalogs for The Land of Nod, PB Teen and Pottery Barn Kids. While I typically think of using products from these stores when designing for kids, I was surprised to find these fabulous and affordable rugs that I think would look great in any space...not just a room for a child.

PB Teen Tribal Dhurrie Rug

PBK Ashland Rug

PB Teen Diamond Kilim Rug

The Land of Nod Grey Zig Zag Rug

Land of Nod Crows Feet Rug

Land of Nod Magic Carpet Rug

It seems that these stores, which traditionally market decor and furniture for kids rooms, are realizing that young doesn't always have to equate to kitschy or cartoony. With options like these, children can have sophisticated and classic spaces that will grow with them through the years. And if the parents happen to spot a few items (like the rugs above) that will work in other areas of their homes, while shopping, that's all the better! Next time your shopping for your home...don't forget to check out the "kids' stuff", you might just find exactly what you were looking for!