School Rugs

School Rugs

When choosing a rug for your school, keep in mind that you're not just purchasing a rug for looks, you need a rug that is durable enough to withstand heavy foot traffic, one that matches with the overall aesthetics of your school, and in some cases, one that has added teaching benefits, such as maps, letters, or numbers. The rug's material, theme, color, and size are all important features to choose from when purchasing school rugs. Most classroom rugs are made of cut pile yarn, a heavy and durable thread that is made to withstand years of trampling. Many school rugs include serging, a heavy yarn that's sewn around the edges in a close stitch, which keeps the rug from fraying. It is important to make sure that the rug you choose has polypropylene backing to prevent it from slipping.

School rugs come in a variety of themes depending on the age and level of the student. For younger students, brightly colored rugs with pictures are beneficial in promoting learning. Older children can enjoy the educational benefit from rugs with illustrations of the alphabet, numbers or other learning tools. Solid and multi-colored options are available and tend to be the most popular for long-time use. It is important to consider the overall theme of the classroom, and certainly the color scheme, when choosing a classroom rug. Depending on the size and shape of the room, color can play an important part in creating a learning-friendly environment. Lighter rugs can open a small space, while darker, more colorful rugs can create a cozier space from a large room. Be sure to measure the size of the room before purchasing a classroom rug, keeping in mind vent and door placement as well as higher traffic areas. Consider purchasing a rug that has been treated with a stain resistant product, especially if your rug is to be subjected to children, art supplies and food. Most manufacturers offer protection against stains and fading that will keep them looking clean and new for years.