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Before you begin shopping, accurately measure the total width and length of your room. In addition, measure the major functional pieces in the room, such as the dining table, bed, sofa or coffee table. Sketch a floor plan to show furniture placement and traffic flow.

"In a living room, your rug defines the conversation area, and it should be large enough so at least the front legs of the furniture are on it." "In the bedroom, you want to feel the rug on your feet when you get out of bed

Kitchens have heavy foot traffic and see a lot of spills and messes, so pick low-pile rugs with non-slick pad and made in flat-weave style which are quite easy to clean.

Larger rugs can make a room appear bigger. Keep at least 18 inches of bare floor exposed by the rug's edges. Selecting a rug for the living room usually comes down to three choices: 5x8, 8x10, or 9x12.

Surround yourself with warmth and color in bedrooms. Place a large rug so it creates a perimeter around the lower two-thirds of your bed, or use small area rugs along each side. A nice, soft rug works best for comfort in your bedroom.

1)Prepare the Rug. First, thoroughly vacuum the rug on both sides to remove any loose dirt. 2)Test for Colorfastness. Follow the mixing instructions on a store-bought rug cleaner/shampoo, or add a couple of capfuls of mild dish detergent to a bucket of warm water. 3)Wash. 4)Rinse. 5)Remove Excess Water.