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Do Washable Rugs Actually Work? Everything Skeptics Need to Know Before Buying

May 13, 2026 Staff

Washable rugs have come a long way. If you’ve ever wondered whether they look cheap, hold up over time, or actually survive a spin cycle, the honest answer is: the right one does all three. Today’s best machine washable rugs are built from solution-dyed polypropylene…

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Mother’s Day Home Decor Gifts She’ll Use for Years

May 4, 2026 Staff

Looking for meaningful gifts for mom? Nourison’s Mother’s Day home decor guide organizes the best gifts by personality type, from handcrafted wool rugs to ceramic lamps and throw pillows, so you can find exactly the right one for her.

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Water-Resistant vs. Waterproof Outdoor Rugs: Which One Do You Actually Need?

April 24, 2026 Staff

Most outdoor rugs are not waterproof. They don’t need to be. Water-resistant polypropylene construction handles rain, spills, and humidity without trapping moisture, making it the smarter and more durable choice for decks, porches, and covered patios. If you’re searching for a “waterproof outdoor rug,” what…

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The Best Indoor/Outdoor Rugs for Every Space: A Complete Guide

April 13, 2026 Staff

An indoor/outdoor rug needs to do something a standard area rug does not: hold up to sun, rain, foot traffic, and whatever else a patio or entryway can throw at it and still look good while doing it. The best material for an outdoor rug…

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What is Afrohemian Decor?

February 27, 2026 Staff

If you’ve been scrolling through the home decor side of Pinterest lately, you may have noticed a surge of pins for “Afrohemian Decor”. According to Pinterest Predicts, it’s one of three home-centered design trends set to pick up steam in 2026. But what is Afrohemian…

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What Makes a Rug Look High End? Designers Weigh In

February 24, 2026 Staff

A great rug can completely transform a room, but not all rugs are created equal. Whether you’re working with a generous budget or not, there are some universal qualities that make a rug look and feel high end. We asked interior designers Jenna Morrow of…

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How to Decorate Your Home with Intention

February 3, 2026 Staff

Decorating with intention starts before you buy a single pillow, paint swatch, or piece of furniture. It’s less about following trends and more about making thoughtful choices that support how you live, move, and feel in your home. At its core, intentional decorating asks a…

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Rug Materials 101

January 21, 2026 Staff

When it comes to rug shopping, style and design are usually top of mind. But what a rug is made of matters just as much as how it looks. From natural fibers to synthetics, rug material plays a major role in how a rug feels…

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The Nourison Home Cocktail Guide

November 26, 2025 Staff

Holiday prep is officially underway! Now’s the time to lay out the final festive touches that form the foundation for another season of gathering. Maybe we’re a little biased, but our holiday hosting foundation tends to start with a rug. We truly believe the right…

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