Guide on Choosing and Buying Kid’s Rugs and Carpets
There are many differences between kid’s rugs and carpets made for the rest of the house. Choosing a versatile and resistant rug for the children’s room will extend the life of the rug and the child’s enjoyment.
The first thing to consider is the pile length and backing of the rug. Children’s carpets should have a lower pile and a simple backing. Experts recommend a pile 1/3 of an inch or less. The lower pile will allow the kids to play on the rug as if they are playing on the floor. The low pile won’t interfere with the zooming trucks or the fantany world of dolls. The carpet’s low pile will allow the vacuum cleaner to dig deeper into the carpet thereby removing as much dirt and dust as possible.
Another thing to consider is the fiber content. Children’s rugs should have synthetic fibers like nylon or polypropylene so that they will be resistant to stains and are washable. Check the stain treatment and the glue used on the rug. Some stain treatment and glue are toxic. The best child’s rug should have no backing. This lets the rug breath, reducing invisible mold and bacteria growth that is attributed to several breathing problems, including asthma, in children. Never put ease of care and cleaning above a child’s health. Noxious glues that are used in manufacturing companies with little or no regulations can cause serious lung problems in a child.
The kid’s room will come alive and colorful with the right carpet. There are many designs and patterns to choose from. The only rule for color is to choose large shapes and primary colors for younger children. Infants should have rugs with ‘eye’ patterns on them. Research shows that infants respond to eye shapes. They are comforted by the illusion that another human is in the room.
LA Rug OLK-055 1929 Olive Kids Collection - Pirates! Rug - 19 x 29 Inch: Fine handmade rugs from around the world. Antique to Contemporary, European or Asian, American to African, the LA Rug collection has a rug that will suite your Decor and your Taste. Made from the finest quality materials and designed to please the discriminating consumer or Interior Designer as well. Experience the satisfaction of a LA Rug in your home or office today. 19″ x 29″. Made out of 100 Percent Nylon with foam backing.
Wild Animals Rug OLIVE KIDS 39 x 58 Area Rug: Each rug is made of high-quality nylon with “action” backing. All the rugs meet federal flammability standards. 100% Nylon, hand carved rug, bacterial resistant, durable, with a bold color palette. Spot clean using mild soap & water or dry powder rug cleaner. Not machine washable.
Giant Road Rug by Learning Carpets: Children love to explore the streets of their town, especially on this colorful carpet play mat. Providing unlimited educational and imaginative adventures, it helps them to develop motor skills as they “drive” their cars all around town! (Cars not included.)Tightly woven carpet on a non-slip latex base. Meets all school and government specifications. Treated for stain resistance. Machine washable in cold water. 80″L x 26″W. Ages 2-8.
Count on Me Alphabet Rug - Rectangle, by Carpets for Kids by Carpets for Kids: Count on Me Alphabet Rug - Rectangle, by Carpets for Kids The perfect rug to brighten up any clasroom or reading area. Children will learn the alphabet and numbers 1-24 on this colorful and exciting carpet. Great for classroom seating. Rug dimensions: 3 ft. 10 in. W x 5 ft. 5 in. L.
Kid’s Contemporary Wool Color Block Rug - 3 x 5′ Rug (Blue/Red Color Mix) by The Land of Nod: Our color block rug is perfect for nurseries or playrooms, first steps or somersaults. Hand hooked wool Cotton canvas backing Clean, contemporary look Use with rug pad sold separately Blue/Red Color Mix, Multi-Color Mix, Pink/Lavender Color Mix Choose 3 x 5′, 4 x 6′, 5 x 8′ or 8 x 10′ Imported.
Shapes Rug - Rectangle, by Carpets for Kids by Carpets for Kids: Shapes: An explosion of playful color highlights this simple design developed to reinforce shape, color and size recognition. Dimensions: 4 ft. 1 in. x 5 ft. 10 in.
