The Essential Buying Guide for Fluffy Rugs

Fluffy rugs are one of the most popular rug types for a number of reasons. Feeling a thick shag pile underfoot can lend a sense of luxuriousness and comfort, making them ideal for living rooms and bedrooms. If you&#;re searching for the perfect fluffy rug for your home, there are some things you should know first.

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There are many different materials that make a rug fluffy, and each material has different qualities and different lifespans. In this guide, we&#;ll cover how to choose the best fluffy rug material for you, what makes a rug fluffy, how to care for a fluffy rug, and take you through the most popular fluffy rugs from our impressive stock.

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Why Are Fluffy Rugs So Popular?

Fluffy rugs are so sought-after simply because of the deluxe comfort that they bring to a room. The plushness underfoot greatly enhances the cosy feel of a room, adding a super soft luxury to wherever your rug is placed.

As well as comfort and cosiness, fluffy rugs add warmth to a room. This is especially felt in rooms with hardwood floors. Adding thick shag rugs to hardwood floors helps with insulation in the cold winter months. And who doesn&#;t want to step out from their bed onto a soft, lustrous rug, sinking their toes into the plush pile?

Fluffy rugs are also just very aesthetically pleasing. Add sophisticated luxury with the simple placement of a think rug and its dense richness. Whether it&#;s the elegance of white and cream or the chicness of black, a fluffy rug just looks good.

How Do You Tell How Fluffy a Rug Is?

What makes a rug fluffy? Generally, the fluffiness of a rug is determined by its material and the pile height.

What Are the Fluffiest Rug Materials?

When you&#;re searching for a fluffy rug for your bedroom or for your living room, you may find that they&#;re also referred to as shag or shaggy rugs, fluffy rugs, and plush rugs. The most common materials for beautiful fluffy feeling rugs are:

Wool

Wool is the most commonly used material for fluffy rugs because of its high quality and sumptuous softness. This natural material&#;s impressive durability means it&#;s long-lasting even under heavy foot traffic: the threads of wool rugs are actually able to spring back after being stepped on. For one of the softest sensations underfoot, a wool rug is hard to surpass and with proper care, it can last for decades.

Faux Fur

Faux fur rugs will often be made of a blend of acrylic and wool. This combination of natural and synthetic fibres gives a super softness for a more affordable price than a 100% woollen blend.

Cotton

Cotton rugs are a great material for a brightly-coloured fluffy rug as the fibre is able to hold dyes extremely well. A cotton rug blended with wool can be pleasingly thick, again giving a more affordable fluffy rug option. Of course, it&#;s worth noting that the cushioning effect of any rug can be greatly enhanced with thick rug pads or the quality underlay that we stock.

How to Keep a Fluffy Rug Fluffy

The softness and cushioning effect of a fluffy rug is its greatest appeal, so you want these effects to endure. If placed in a high-traffic area like your living room, a fluffy rug may suffer from constant use. With proper care, you can prevent this from happening and keep your fluffy rug fluffy!

Here are a number of methods for regaining fluffiness:

Vacuuming

Make sure to vacuum your fluffy rug once a week to guard against the build-up of dust and debris that can have an impact on fluffiness. Vacuuming also has the effect of &#;shaking up&#; the fibres of your rug, having a similar effect to plumping a pillow every now and then.

Spot Cleaning

Keep on top of cleaning your rug to ensure that the fibres are kept clear and therefore remain plump and fluffy. If you&#;ve spilt anything on your rug, gently scrubbing the area with a white vinegar and baking soda mixture with some warm water and a clean towel should do the trick.

Beat Your Rug

Never underestimate the power of a good rug beating. This works to get rid of dust and debris and &#;plump&#; up the fluffiness of your rug by thoroughly freeing the fibres. You can buy specialist rug beaters for this purpose, but just using the handle of a broom or even your hands work fine. You can even just shake out your rug.

Our Fantastic Range of Fluffy Rugs

We are one of the leading suppliers of quality rugs in all shapes and sizes, with hundreds of fluffy rugs available in our range. Here is the selection of our best fluffy rugs, organised by colour and by room suitability:

Our Favourite Fluffy Rugs By Colour

White Fluffy Rugs

White and cream fluffy rugs are a classic choice, bringing the elegant simplicity of these colours to whichever room they&#;re placed in. White and other very light colours reflect light brilliantly, making for an overall brighter appearance in your home. Make sure you&#;re up to speed on everything you need to know about white rugs before you buy!

Grey Fluffy Rugs

Grey rugs make for a wonderful addition to any room, able to slot in with any interior design style easily. The neutral tones provide the perfect backdrop against which brighter or more zany patterns and colourings can be styled. Or, a fluffy grey rug will slot seamlessly into a chic theme.

Pink Fluffy Rugs

Black Fluffy Rugs

Black is bold and beautiful. A black fluffy rug will give your room a stylish focal point that evokes a contemporary chicness.

Our Favourite Fluffy Rugs By Rooms

Shaggy rugs are particularly great for living rooms and bedrooms because one of the main functions of these rooms is comfort and relaxation. A fluffy bedroom rug or a fluffy living room rug will perfectly complement this function.

Fluffy Rugs for Bedrooms

Fluffy Rugs for Living Rooms

Your living room rug can really depend on your home decor style and on the room size. You may want a large area rug that fits under your furniture to tie a seating area together, or you may just want a small rug as a decorative piece. Whatever your preference, we have a large range of living room rugs for any home. Learn how to choose the perfect size rug for your living room with our handy guide.

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Whether you&#;re looking for fluffy rugs for your living room or bedroom or looking for large or small fluffy rugs, we&#;re sure to have the perfect choice for you in our impressive stock. We&#;re committed to making your shopping experience as smooth as possible: shop by room, colour, size or type and find your dream fluffy rug.

When you shop with us, you get free UK mainland delivery on all products with some even coming with next-day delivery. And with an easy returns system, you get complete peace of mind while shopping.

Tips for deciding on a fitted carpet

Before deciding on a carpet, it&#;s a good idea to think about the practical qualities you need. Should the carpet be hard wearing or stain-resistant?

If it&#;s for a bedroom, comfort and warmth may be more important. If you have pets and children, some areas of the house may need tougher carpeting than others.

Once you&#;ve narrowed down the type of carpet that will best suit your needs, you can investigate choices in terms of cost, colour, pattern and so on.

Four checks for choosing a good quality carpet

The quality of a carpet is indicated by four main factors:

• pile weight
• density
• twist level
• durability.

Generally, the higher the ratings, the better the quality.

Pile weight

Pile weight measures the weight of the carpet fibre in grams per square metre (gm/m2).

The heavier the fibre, the thicker and more resilient the carpet will be. A pile weight of at least 10,400 gm/m2 is recommended for mid- to high-traffic areas.

Density

Density is an indication of fibre thickness and of how closely the fibres are packed together.

Carpeting with thick, heavy fibre construction is durable and less prone to crushing. Respectively, recommended density ratings for light, moderate and high-traffic areas are 2,000, 2,500 and 2,900.

Tuft twist level

Tuft twist level is the number of twists in a strand of carpet. Generally, the higher the number, the more resistant a carpet is to unravelling and the longer it will last.

A twist level of five or more is ideal.

Durability rating

Durability measures how long a carpet will last. Manufacturers rate each carpet using a system of between one and five.

The higher the rating, the longer the expected lifespan of the carpet.

Carpet buying advice: fibres to choose from

Different carpet fibres offer different benefits in terms of durability and aesthetics. They also feel different. Below, our carpet buying guide outlines seven of the most common fibre types.

Wool

Source: The Spruce

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Wool is the softest and most luxurious option. It&#;s popular for bedrooms and lounges.

Wool is durable enough for high-traffic areas. It&#;s also naturally fire-resistant and is surprisingly stain-resistant. However, spills must be dealt with immediately.

Polyester

Source: The Spruce

Despite being synthetic, polyester has a soft texture. It takes colour very well, but is not as resilient as nylon. Polyester is easy to care for and is fairly stain-resistant, so it works best in bedrooms.

Nylon

Source: Bond Products

Nylon is one of the most durable carpet fibres. It&#;s ideal for high-traffic areas and homes with pets and children due to its excellent stain-resistance. Nylon is colourfast and comes in a variety of styles and finishes.

Polypropylene

Source: Koeckritz Rugs

Also known as olefin, polypropylene is a synthetic fibre that&#;s water- and stain-resistant. It&#;s ideal for entrance halls and passageways. It&#;s not as resilient as nylon, but has excellent colourfastness.

Acrylic

Source: Sears

Acrylic is a synthetic fibre that&#;s washable and resistant to stains, fading, fire and mould. It&#;s a cheaper alternative to wool, but less durable than other carpet fibres.

Acrylic is suitable only for low-traffic areas in the home.

Triexta

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Triexta is as luxurious as wool and as tough and durable as nylon. It&#;s colourfast, naturally stain-resistant and easy to clean.

Because it&#;s largely derived from corn starch, Triexta is eco-friendly. It&#;s the perfect fit for any room in the house, from children&#;s bedrooms to pet-friendly zones.

Blends

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Blended fibres can enhance the look and performance of a carpet. In some cases, they also lower the cost.

Common blends are wool and nylon, or nylon and polyester. Both are suitable for multiple applications in the home.

Carpet buying guide: pile types

Carpeting is made from fibres that are cut, looped or both. Each gives a different finish, look and feel. They come in a variety of fibre types.

Cut pile carpet

Cut pile looks quite different depending on the fibre used and the length of the fibres. For example, shag carpets have very long fibres while frieze pile has twisted fibres to create a curly, textured finish.

The exposed tips of cut pile make it susceptible to crushing and matting. The twist level &#; how tightly the fibre has been twisted together &#; is key to durability.

There are five styles of cut pile carpet:

• velvet
  Velvet cut pile carpet has a short, slightly twisted pile, with a soft, luxurious appearance and upright finish.

Source: Brintons

• Saxony
  Saxony is a densely packed and twisted pile with a soft, smooth feeling.

Source: Carpets in the Park

• frieze
  Frieze carpet has a long, shaggy pile with plenty of texture and a high twist level.

Source: Carpets in the Park

• shag
  Shag carpet has a long, raised and looped fibre. This creates a soft, shaggy pile.

Source: The Shabby Creek Cottage

• cable
  Cable carpet has a thicker, longer and fatter pile, similar to shag.

Source: Carpetology

Loop pile

Loop pile may be either:

• level, with all the loops having the same length
• multi-level, with loops at multiple different heights.

Source: Isberian

Multi-level loops create texture and patterns, while level creates a uniform look. It&#;s known for excellent durability and is best suited to passages and hallways. Berber is the most popular type of loop carpet.

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Cut and loop

The combination of cut and loop pile usually creates a pattern using textures instead of differences in colour. These patterns can be subtle or bold, depending on the length of the differing fibres.

Source: Avenue Rugs

Although cut and loop carpets are aesthetically pleasing and resilient, they&#;re not as durable as loop carpets.

Choosing carpet backing

Carpet backing is the material on the underside of a carpet into which the carpet tufts are sewn.

Often, carpets have double backing. In this case, the primary backing has an extra, or secondary, outer material. This helps protect and strengthen the carpet.

Most carpets come with suitable backing. It&#;s worth making sure, however.

Also, you may require special, high-performance backing for high-traffic, commercial applications. This article offers an overview of carpet backing types.

For residential use, carpet backing is commonly made of one of three materials:

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