What kind of rug to put in the kitchen?

Pros and cons

The carpet in the kitchen has a number of undeniable advantages:

• Coziness... Any textile serves as a decor, makes the space more lively and comfortable. The kitchen is no exception.
• Heat... Lovers of barefoot walking around the house will surely find it uncomfortable to stand on bare cold tiles in the work area. A kitchen with a carpet on the floor will easily solve this problem.
• Extending the life of the flooring... Even materials with high wear resistance sooner or later begin to rub off in places of constant use - for example, near a stove or a sink. Small rugs in these areas will help protect against wear or cover existing bald spots.
• Changing geometry... A properly selected track will help visually expand narrow kitchen, round rug - to make the right accent.
• Zoning... The dining area is always more comfortable than the functional area - why not use a cozy rug under the table to further separate the dining area from the work area.

We must not forget about disadvantages:

• High likelihood of contamination... Kitchen chores involve the active use of coloring or fatty foods, water, drinks. Carpets easily absorb any dirt, and most textiles are also difficult to clean.
• Reduced service life... Again, due to constant dirt and cleaning.
• Difficult care... Sweeping crumbs off tiles and cleaning floors is much easier than cleaning carpet.

All cons are canceled by the correct choice: The carpet should be practical, preferably with a dirt-repellent finish. Choose small mats that are soft and machine washable. More on selection in the next two sections.

In the photo there is a palasik on scandi style kitchen

What kind of carpet material should you choose?

Carpets are short-piled, long-pile, lint-free, homespun, wicker, knitted. In the kitchen, short-nap, "bald" models, or homespun paths are used. First two easily cleaned of small crumbs with a vacuum cleaner, the last easy to wash by hand or in the car.

In the photo there are two identical rugs in the working and dining space.

By the composition soft carpets are divided into 2 types:

• Made from natural materials... It is pleasant to walk on wool, it is soft and comfortable. Wool mats serve for many years, but it is better to avoid wet cleaning - they dry for a long time, so an unpleasant rotten smell may appear. Carpets made of natural plant fibers (linen, cotton) are thinner, but no less durable. They can be washed, which is a significant advantage.
• Made of synthetic materials... Nylon is similar in characteristics to wool, but will fade and therefore not suitable for sunny kitchens. Polyester is resilient and resistant to deformation - ideal in the work area. Smooth polypropylene is protected from dirt, water is an excellent choice for the kitchen.

Besides soft rugs, there are also stylish bamboo mats.They protect the feet from the cold, produce a massage effect - an excellent option for standing at the stove for a long time. They are not afraid of wet cleaning, so if something falls on the mat during the cooking process, wash it without fear.

Advice! For slippery tiled floors buy models on rubberized bases or buy a backing separately - this is a matter of the safety of you and your loved ones.

Pictured is a Scandi-style palace

What size and shape should I choose?

The choice of dimensions depends on kitchen layouts, the intended place of operation. For example, it is convenient to lay a narrow long path along the worktop, especially if the center is occupied by a table or an island.

When the center is free, rectangular or square large carpets are laid, slightly not reaching the furniture plinths. Large models look especially impressive next to u-shaped headsets.

The tables in the dining area in the shape of a circle or square need the same round or square rug. Rectangular, oval ones are placed under the elongated ones.

The size is selected in accordance with the dimensions of the dining room: pull out the chairs, as if someone is sitting on them, measure the diameter, or length-width. For reliability, so that the furniture does not go over the edges, add 20-30 cm to each indicator - this is the ideal dimensions for your kitchen.

How to choose a color scheme?

The colors should match the overall style and design. The carpet either complements the picture or serves as a bright accent. In the first case, the shade should overlap with the decoration, furniture.

Neutral shades are not necessarily suitable - an orange carpet will complement the orange set. Red-black - red with a black pattern.

In the photo there is an u-shaped kitchen in the studio

The emphasis is usually placed not only on the carpet, but on textiles as a whole - then the rug is matched to curtains, tablecloths (or vice versa). On the kitchen in bright colors any bright tone will become a color spot. Initially, the dark range is diluted with light variations.

Where is the best bed?

The choice of location depends on the specific task: in order to protect your feet from the icy tiles, you will need a path along the countertops or, at least, small mats in the area of ​​\ u200b \ u200bthe sink, stove.

On large kitchens with an island in their home, it is often the island that is allocated with a rug, covering the substrate under it 40-50 cm more on each side. The ledges perform the same function as the tracks: they keep warm, make the cooking process more comfortable and cozy.

On the picture dinner table on the palace

For those who spend a lot of time at the dinner table - like to gather with family, friends, carpets are needed under it. Do not forgetthat the rug should also accommodate chairs, not just a table.

Care advice

How to properly care for a decorative coating depends on the material from which it is made. The general requirements are as follows:

• Count on dry cleaning... Use a vacuum cleaner or dry brush to remove crumbs and other debris from the surface every 1-5 days (depending on the intensity of cooking).
• Remove stains quickly... You cannot hesitate, especially if the carpet is without special impregnation. The faster you wipe off the dirt, the less damage you will cause to the carpet.
• Order dry cleaning every year... Call specialists at home, or better, take the carpet for cleaning - stubborn dirt, foreign odors will be removed from it, and the pile will be refreshed.
• Use only special products... Detergents that are too harsh can cause discoloration, so it is safer to have a product designed for your carpet model on hand.

How does it look in the interior of the kitchen?

Modern kitchen carpets are distinguished not only by special protective impregnations, but also by a variety of designs. The easiest way is to match the appearance of the flooring to the style of the room.

• Classical... Light beige, gray rugs with a short pile, beautiful patterns in the form of monograms, floral motifs.
• Loft... The lint-free model with "scuffs" will ideally fit.
• Scandi... A white kitchen will be complemented by a red oriental-style rug or neutral homespun runners.
• Country... Imitation skins, homespun rugs, carpets with floral ornaments will do.

Carpets are not needed in every kitchen, but if you want to complement the space with floor decor, now you know how to choose the right one.