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GETTING IT RIGHT WITH RUGS
Decorative rugs and runners have found a renewed
status in the arena of thoughtful design for both the
home and commercial environment.
In an era of open plan living they are an effective
way to def ine spaces and create pathways with
artistic and aesthetic appeal.
With the increasing use of hard floors such as stone,
concrete, tiles and wood, rugs can also be an
effective way to soften a rooms acoustics, while also
introducing texture, mood, colour and personality.
The following pages will provide you with some
useful guidelines and advice to help you find
the rug of your dreams.
WHEN SIZE MATTERS
Let’s measure up
Bedrooms
Living spaces
Runners
Think about your space. Are you
using a rug to f ill a whole room, to
def ine the seating or dining area
within a larger room, or to add
colour and texture to a bedroom
or hallway? Once you’ve decided,
measure the space, including
in your notes the maximum and
minimum dimensions.
For a cohesive look, place a large
rug under the bed remembering
that only pattern or colour at the
outer part of the rug will be visible.
If you prefer a more layered, eclectic
look, use smaller rugs on either side
and/or at the foot of the bed.
If you’re placing a rug in a small
room and using it to cover most of
the floor space, as an alternative
to f itted carpet, make sure you
leave a reasonable gap (at least
20–30cm) between the rug and
the walls on all sides. If you’re using
a rug in a seating area, there are
a few options. A large rug with all
the furniture sitting on it will make
your room feel more expansive. If
your rug (or your budget) doesn’t
stretch that far, just put the front
legs of your sofa and chairs on the
rug to anchor the space. A floating
rug can also work as long as it’s in
proportion to the furniture.
When measuring for a hall runner,
don’t forget to factor in door
clearance and any furniture you
need to accommodate. Think too,
about how much floor you wish
to have showing at either side of
your runner.
Cohesive
Dining rooms
If you’re placing a rug under a dining
table, it should be wide enough
that the chairs are completely on
the rug even when guests are not
only seated, but also when they are
getting into or out of their seat. This
usually means allowing an extra
60 –80cm each side of the table.
Anchoring
Floating
Eclectic
Expansive
Helpful tip:
A rug can be an effective
way to define the dining area
in an open plan space.
Helpful tip:
Promote rest and relaxation
in the bedroom by choosing
rugs with calming colours and
subtle patterns.
Helpful tip:
Smaller rugs draw the space
in and make it cosy, while a
larger choice will make the
space seem bigger.
Helpful tip:
For a 1m wide hall, we suggest
a runner that is 75–80cm wide.
Many homes open directly into a
hallway, so it’s important this area
sets the mood. If the architecture
is formal, perhaps a runner with a
traditional design will work. If it’s
more contemporary, you could go
for something bolder. A hallway
is often an isolated space, so
decorate it in a way that will put
a smile on your face. There are
runners in just about every style and
colour you can imagine. Head out
to a showroom and have a little
fun. You are, after all, buying art
for your floor.
Please note that these guides are
suggestions only. There is no hard
and fast rule and this is not an exact
science. While measurements
and placement should be well
considered, the most important
factor is the joy that you feel when
looking at your rug as a work of art.
If you love the rug and it sings in
the space, compromising on size is
often a worthy consideration.
CHOOSING YOUR STYLE
Rugs are a great way to introduce colour, warmth and texture into your
home. A rug will also soften the room’s acoustics and add a level of
comfort that allows for a more enjoyable use of the space.
Choose a style to suit your lifestyle as well as your home. Think about how
much traff ic the rug will need to handle, whether you’ll be eating on it,
and whether you have kids and pets using the space.
Whether your taste leans towards traditional or contemporary, Cadrys’
ultimate goal is to provide a rug that will bring a smile to your face, and
enhance your home.
Flat weave rugs
Ranging in style from traditional
Kilims to Dhurries in modern looks
featuring patterns, stripes and
chevrons, these rugs have no
pile because of the way they are
woven on the loom. They are often
more affordable than pile rugs and
are a great way to update a room.
We recommend using a rug pad
or underlay to keep them in place.
Kilims are flat woven rugs which
may be made from a variety of
materials including wool, cotton
and hemp. Styles originate in
Persia, Turkey and the Balkans,
with many featuring tribal motifs.
Kilims have become a much sought
after rug for decorating homes of
every style. Their casual charm works
perfectly with Australia’s laid back
lifestyle and climate. They provide
accents of colour and personality,
imparting looks that vary from
vintage bohemian to a modern
eclectic. Their angular sharpetched designs emphasize the
geometry of the weave and
are keenly desired by collectors,
designers, and rug lovers alike.
Pile rugs
Pile rugs may be handmade (often
described as hand knotted or hand
tufted) or machine made. The pile
material can vary and include various
grades of pure wool, pure silk,viscose,
jute, or in machine woven rugs,
synthetic fibres like polypropylene
or acrylic.
Generally a hand knotted rug made
of wool will be the most durable. Pile
heights can vary from tightly woven
low pile, loop piles, short cut piles,
to thick loose shaggy styles.
Natural f ibre rugs
Flat woven from natural f ibres such
as jute, sisal, coir or seagrass, these
rugs add a casual feel. They are
generally durable, but require
regular vacuuming to stop dirt from
penetrating the f ibres. They don’t
like getting wet, so steam cleaning
is out and spills should be dealt with
immediately.
Indoor/outdoor rugs
Made using polypropylene or similar
synthetic f ibres, these rugs are super
practical. They can be literally hosed
down if necessary and work well
outdoors as well as in areas where
kids and pets run wild!
CARING FOR YOUR RUG
GOODWEAVE
Care instructions vary for each different type of rug, but here are some
general tips for flat weave, pile and natural f ibre rugs.
The weaving of a custom made
handwoven rug requires great skill
and artistic craftsmanship.
• Your rug may arrive folded or
rolled, and will take a short while
to flatten out. Some rugs may
also shed for a few weeks – this is
normal and should ease up after
vacuuming.
• Vacuum regularly to pick up
small particles of dust and dirt.
• If your rug is in a sunny spot or
receives a lot of foot traff ic, rotate
it regularly to ensure even wear.
• Treat spills or stains as soon as
possible. Don’t rub! Blot the stain
with a dry cloth or towel f irst to
soak up excess moisture. When
in doubt, call an expert.
• Rug underlays are a great way
to keep a rug in place as well as
preventing the rug from slipping.
They will protect your floor from
coarse natural f ibres and make
your rug feel even softer underfoot.
At Cadrys we take great pride in
using only the best quality materials
available and choose to work only
with the f inest weaving houses and
looms that participate with the
GoodWeave® foundation.
GoodWeave aims to stop child
labour in the carpet industry and
to replicate its market-based
approach in other sectors.
Cadrys’ partnership with
GoodWeave allows us the peace
of mind that no child labour is used
in the making of our beautiful rugs,
and that fair and ethical work
environments are maintained.
The process of making a f ine rug is
labour intensive, however working
to these values we can ensure
both the highest standards of
workmanship together with fair
working conditions.
For more information, see
www.goodweave.org
Images © U. Roberto Romano, courtesy of
GoodWeave USA
SERVICES
GLOSSARY
Custom
Hand-knotted: This refers to a
process where the yarn is looped
around the warps to form a pile. It
is very labour intensive, as a single
rug will include many thousands
of knots. A high density of knots
equates to a high quality and
more durable rug.
IF YOU CAN DREAM IT,
WE CAN WEAVE IT.
Creativity is our passion, so if you
can’t find the perfect rug within our
permanent collections, we can still
make your dreams a reality and
create whatever your heart desires.
With more than 1500 exquisite
colours and an inspired range of
durable and luscious fibres from
which to choose, Cadrys can
create truly unique and original
works of art for your floors.
Washing, repairs
and restoration
Cadrys provides a wide range
of rug washing from simple spot
cleaning to entire rug washing for
both wool and silk rugs.
We offer a full range of expert
repairs and restoration work for all
hand knotted rugs. Our artisans
have many years of experience in
the art of repairing fine traditional
rugs, tapestries, Kilims, and other
textiles to the highest standards.
© U. Roberto Romano, courtesy of Good Weave USA
In-home trial
Cadrys have a wealth of
experience over many years of
assisting and advising their clients
in the selection process. We offer
a free in-home appraisal for
handwoven rugs in the Sydney
and Melbourne Metropolitan Area.
The process is simple:
Hand-tufted: Hand-tufted rugs
are created using a tool which
punches the yarn into a canvas
to create the pile. The pile is then
glued in place. It is a less time
intensive and less skilled process,
so hand-tufted rugs are often more
affordable than hand-knotted rugs.
Rug underlay: A pad or mesh of
felt-like or rubber/plastic material
which acts to protect your floor
and keep your rug in place.
1. Visit our showroom with plans,
photos, or a rough layout and
dimensions of your home.
2. We will assist you in the selection
of the right rugs based on the
dimensions, furniture, architecture,
and your existing colours.
3. If you are unsure about your
colours, our experienced staff are
more than happy to assist.
4. We can organise a convenient
time to place the selected rugs
in your home to make sure they
will add personality, charm, and
comfort to your interior.
Warp and weft: These are the
threads which make up the basis
of a woven rug, with the warp
referring to the longitudinal threads
(that can become the fringes) and
the weft being the lateral threads.
Weft B
Knot C
A Warp
Kilim F
D Overcasting
E Fringe
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