Shaggy rugs were a hit in the 60’s and now they are back with a more contemporary feel. They can revitalise and modernise any room in your house without overpowering the eye. Shaggy rugs come in all shapes and sizes, usually with a soft, luxurious pile of longer than one inch. Shaggy rugs can add texture and style to any room, if you have a plain room in your house, add a brightly coloured shaggy rug to transform the room instantly into one that brings colour and life.

The best thing about using a rug as part of your decoration is that you can change your shaggy rug whenever you feel like it! They go with almost any style of decor meaning you can change the colour of your rug with the seasons or even your mood! Shaggy rugs normally come in a block colour, the most popular being sheepskin white. Why not drape a white sheepskin shaggy rug over the back of your sofa for a great artistic look, or even hang one on the wall for a really interesting look.

Shaggy rugs add instant warmth to cold tiled and stone flooring, they help protect carpets and wooden and laminate flooring, all whilst giving the room a focal point and a great area of interest. A shaggy rug can really compliment your decor if the right one is selected. If you have neutral tones then a brightly coloured shaggy rug can really tie together the decor whilst giving a really contemporary look. If you are looking for a more classic and elegant look then opt for whites and creams. When anyone considers decoration, the colour scheme is one of the most important issues to consider when buying new decor. A coloured rug can change the whole ambience of a room so it is important to choose carefully and to choose colours that compliment the already existing decor.

Due to the soft nature of these rugs they work really well in children’s rooms and nurseries. Opt for bright colours or pastel shades with matching cushions and bean bags for a really exciting room for your child.

When choosing a shaggy rug it is best to opt for a small to medium size as large ones can be very overwhelming. Natural materials such as cotton, wool and silk have no allergens like carpet can and are usually the best option when choosing a shaggy rug.