A rug in the kitchen starts a discussion in the design world, with some pros despising the look as gross and smelly, while others embrace the idea because it adds warmth and color to an otherwise cold, hard space.
Soft and warm
If you're at the stove for an hour stirring gravy, you'll certainly appreciate a soft rug underfoot
Colour and texture
Bright appliances may be trending, but not everyone wants a tomato-red refrigerator. Since most kitchens feature stainless steel and other muted shades that match cabinets, a rug in this room can be a welcome addition of color.
Kitchens have a lot of smooth surfaces, so it's nice to introduce texture to break it up, says a home designer. You can also add texture with a nubbly, braided rug or one made from hemp or jute.
Easy cleanup
Though many feel kitchen rugs end up stained with tomato sauce and sticky with juice, there are a few experts who think to have one can actually keep a kitchen cleaner.
Crumbs and debris that get tracked onto the carpet will usually stay there, and then I can shake them out or vacuum it all up, says home interior specialist.
Even though Rugs slide around but it can be fixed with a gripper-style pad that's trimmed to fit.
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