Foyer Makeover Ideas With Round Rugs

A foyer is the front entrance to the home and, as a result of its physical location, is a fairly important space. A foyer is the first impression guests have of your home, so keeping the foyer well styled and well presented is critical. A round rug is a textile that helps set the ideal first impression. You can make your foyer merge with the style of the rest of the home through the right round rug, whether it is contemporary, traditional or even a well-chosen, kid-friendly piece. Does this Spark an idea?

Formal Spaces

Select an antique rug with a rich paisley, floral or tweed pattern for a formal space. You can find a pretty round rug through a local antique shop, or bargain hunt at estate and yard sales. Professionally cleaning an antique or vintage rug with rich colors, such as deep reds and blues, is a bargain for the home, and the beauty of the pattern adds substantial style and grace to the space.

Kid-friendly Spaces

Homes with kids and plenty of little visitors require round rugs that clean easily, such as a microfiber rug or a wool rug. Select dark colors that hide stains easily, such as bright blue, orange or red. Thicker rugs with heavier piles of wool also hide dirt and stains better than soft, flat rugs.

Modern Spaces

A round rug in a bold geometric pattern, a modern stripe, or a solid color rug in a soft palate complements the modern home. Black woven together with white or black merged with white and orange with a dark purple all work in contemporary spaces. Round rugs in shades of teal and brown are also fit for this style of space.

Rustic Elegance

Animal fur, fake fur or cowhide leather rugs work in rustic homes. A round bear rug (fake fur if you prefer) or animal skin rug in a round shape have plenty of appeal for cottages and lodges. Darker shades are typical for animal skin. If you're not partial to animal skins, even fake versions, a navajo-style print rug from New Mexico or northern California also blends beautifully in the space.