The Capel Rugs Blog

We experienced a terrific turnout at the Capel Showroom during the 2012 Winter Market at World Market Center in Las Vegas. It was great to see so many people and get such positive feedback regarding Capel’s “New Style Point of View.”

Those of you who were there saw our new Chenille Creations custom design rug program and the latest additions in our licensing collections for Biltmore® For Your Home and Williamsburg®.

In addition to debuting many new styles, we had the support of celebrity designer Genevieve Gorder, who met attendees and spoke about her line of highly acclaimed rugs for Capel. Her appearance and vibrant energy gave the showroom a definite sense of excitement.

Genevieve Gorder with Russell Jenkins with Bassett Furniture

Our Kindle Fire tablet giveaway also generated a lot of enthusiasm. Congratulations to Brian Austin, Finds Design & Décor in Chico, GA; Kathy Freise, NetChannel in Albuquerque, NM; and Sharon Francia, Francia Designs in Henderson, NV.

Thanks to all who stopped by during the Las Vegas and Atlanta markets!

One special day makes February the most romantic month. But Capel Rugs lets you show your love of home all year round with an enticing pattern from licensing partner Kevin O’Brien.

The Droplets collection captivates with a lovely theme that emphasizes energy, tranquility and warmth. The collection features rows of multicolored hearts, which range from light to dark shades of the same color.

The rugs are colored with an “ombre effect,” which means it is monochromatic, but that different areas vary in the saturation of color. It’s a tantalizing treat for the eye every time you see it.

Droplets is available in four colors Poppy (shown above), Blue Rain, Grass and Smoke. This remarkable rug is truly art for the floor – the distinct pattern of aligning hearts can resuscitate a tired room.

The bold zig-zag design of the chevron pattern is unmistakably a hot trend in home décor.

The pattern is created in a series of stripes to form a ‘V’ shape. We’ve seen this geometric pattern in poufs, pillows and of course in area rugs: check out our spectacular Wild Chev collection by Genevieve Gorder.

The chevron is classic,  timeless and adds a striking twist on conventional stripes. Incorporating the chevron stripe into a design plan as an area rug gives the room an exciting base to build an interior design. Weather you use a brilliant color like Leo Sun (below) or subtler palette like Stone , the pattern creates visual interest – a magnet for the eye.

To cap it off, the crisp, clean lines of the chevron pattern works in either modern or traditional room styles.

It’s finally here! After months of preparation, we are so proud to say that the 2012 Capel Catalog is fresh off the press, and we believe it’s extra streamlined and even more user friendly than ever!

The beginning of a new year is our favorite time, because we can’t wait for the newest catalog to come out to show consumers exactly what we have to offer. Our catalog is bursting with colors, textures and creative ideas – there’s a panorama of possibilities.

The 2012 catalog is designed to inspire. Whether it be a professional searching for the perfect accent for their design plan or a customer giving their own home a little makeover, we intentionally chocked this year’s catalog full of room shots, like that one featuring Lovely Grace at the top; color stories, like the grey one above; and displays like that of the Genevieve Gorder collection (below) to make decorating with the perfect rug even easier!

We’re also excited about all of the new additions in this year’s catalog, including the Genevieve Gorder collection and new bases and borders for our Creative Concepts collection.

Creative Director Tami Watras also provided a phenomenal list of the Top Trends for 2012 right in the front of the book, so customers know what to watch for in the months ahead. These features and more make the latest edition the most creative catalog we’ve ever published!

Find your local Capel Rugs dealer to see the catalog for yourself! Make sure to tell us what you think on Twitter @CapelRugs!

Geometric shapes have been the foundation of interior design – one of the most versatile is the diamond. Area rugs are a fantastic way to echo this shape from your design right down to the floor. Base your design on the shape that is always in vogue. From traditional to contemporary decors, diamonds are forever.

Check out the diverse ways the Capel design team incorporated diamond patterns in our collections.

Flair Optic

Crisp geometric patterns create a diamond pattern with panache. The eye-catching design of Flair Optic, shown in sky blue, is a complement for modern, contemporary and transitional decors.

Daisy Climber Petals

Designer Kevin O’Brien creates an abstract diamond pattern with this hand-tufted rug, Daisy Climber Petals.

Convertibles – Taupe

Varying sizes of diamonds in a repetitive pattern creates a modern look for this Capel Convertible in Taupe. This rug provides a neutral backdrop that offers visual interest in a stunning design plan.

Royalty

Steeped in tradition, Royalty presents a diamond pattern with dimension featuring a variety of tones. The Multi coloway lends to versatility in classic style.

Arabella

Inspired by an 18th century ogee design, Arabella for Williamsburg (shown in spring green) evokes a garden feel with the diamond shape created in a lattice pattern.

As you can see, diamond designs have endless interpretations. Keep your designs multifaceted by incorporating visual interest with this classic shape.

The home and fashion industries wait with much anticipation for the color authorities at Pantone to announce their color reports each season.

Spring is associated with fresh, vivacious tones for a renewed sense of life. The experts at Pantone have not disappointed with the 2012 outlook evoking those emotions. Some highlights from the report include Tangerine Tango, Solar Power and Margarita.

Capel is on trend with many of our colorways reflecting these shades in a number of classic and fashion-forward collections. Keep your home warm like a Florida winter. Create visual interest with these sensational selections.

Margarita

Frozen or on the rocks? Cabana Stripe in Celery is as versatile as the cocktail. These rugs are stylish and adaptable. Great for indoor and outdoor use, Capel Anywhere rugs are comfortable, colorfast and mold and mildew resistant.

Solar Power

Add a ray of sunshine into your room – designer Genevieve Gorder’s Wild Chev in Leo Sun is classic and timeless.

Tangerine Tango

Sweet and daring – Puhalo Stripe, shown in Saffron, create visual interest in a room. This rug is designed by Genevieve Gorder and was inpired by a simple tablecloth made by her great grandmother.

Check out the other shades of the season…

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Grey gets a bad reputation. It’s been called plain, dreary, boring, sad, etc. We’re here to set the record straight: Grey is fabulous! And it’s making a comeback.

Our Chill Out Rug in Grey is a perfect example. One of our newest rugs, it will offer a unique dose of color to any room that needs a quick update. Its steel tone will make any home look like it was designed in 2012 no matter what the original date of construction may be.

Our Droplets Rug in Smoke exhibits a lighter shade of grey that introduces a pop of shine to illuminate even the darkest of rooms.

The Picnic Stripe Rug in Pale Grey is another new member of the Capel Rugs family that takes the “glum” right out of grey. This rug combines grey and blue hues for a unique spin on this versatile and often ignored color.

The geometric pattern of Arabsque by Designer Genevieve Gorder is stunning in Oslo Gray. Reflecting the classic Middle East and North Africa mosaic tile patterns, this shade is a vibrant foundation to build any room design.

Give this underestimated hue a go. We promise you won’t be disappointed.

Area rugs are a quick way to add color and style to a room. Braided rugs are one of the most versatile types of rug design. Creating visual interest through interwoven designs, these timeless accent pieces are available in an infinite assortment of colors, traditional and unique shapes, and solid, striped or variegated patterns. Braided rugs are generally associated with country or rustic style décor. Today, the multitude of colors and patterns complement numerous design styles.

Shape-up your room

Oval -  The traditional shape associated with braided rugs and most popular is oval. The Cambridge collection (shown below in Smoke Taupe) combines jewel tones for a timeless statement.

Round –  Evoking an authentic, handcrafted feel, round rugs (like Somewhere In Time, shown in Ella’s Rooster ) are a great way to define a space and group a furniture set like a dining table and chairs.

Rectangle – The rectangle shape offers a more contemporary appearance. Basketweave, part of the Williamsburg collection by Capel (shown in Candlelight), is a casual complement to any room.

Tailored– This unique style, used in our Salt Marsh collection (shown below in Spa), is a combination of the rectangle and oval styles.

Perfect Patterns

Vertical Stripe – A vertical stripe deign on a rug like the Hampton collection (shown in Denim Stripe), gives the illusion of length in a space.

Cross Sewn – This design mimics the look of a hand-loomed rug. Sewn in a horizontal direction the pattern (like the Cabana Stripes collection, shown in tuxedo) provides a chic contemporary style.

Concentric Rectangle – Fashioned to complement traditional and contemporary design styles, the unique placement of color gives a shadow box effect. Ombre, a Kevin O’Brien design (shown in Sky, below), reflects soothing nature-inspire tones for a stylish and sophisticated look.

OK, when it comes to rugs looks do matter. We are often attracted to an area rug based on the color or pattern. Capel Rugs offers a vast selection of stunning styles in a palette of colorways.  However, knowing the construction of a rug will help you understand how the rug will best perform in particular areas of the home.  It is important to note, that all construction methods yield quality products.

Braided Rugs

Braided rugs are constructed of yarn or fabric that is braided to form a continuous rope or braid. The braids are then sewn in a spiral to form a reversible rug. Braided rugs, including Capel’s Copperidge collection, are easy to care for and offer maximum durability and comfort.

Hand Knotted Rugs

Highly skilled weavers in India and China who are experienced at hand knotting traditional, contemporary and transitional patterns meticulously handcraft each hand knotted area rug. This is a labor-intensive process but produces a durable work of art (like the handsome Barrister rugs) that can be passed down through generations.

Flat Woven Rugs

Flat woven rugs, like the geometric Arabesque by designer Genevieve Gorder, do not contain knots. Loomed by hand, these rugs are crafted with a low pile for maximum comfort and durability. A dhurrie is a flat woven rug usually made of cotton or wool in India using the warp-sharing, kelim method.

Hand Tufted Rugs

Characterized by their plush feel and durability, hand tufted rugs are created by punching yarn through a printed cloth that is stretched over a support frame. Once removed from the loom, a layer of latex is added to the backside to hold the yarn in place, and then covered with a cloth backing to protect the underlying floor. These rugs, including the Monteclair collection, are sure to stand the test of time, making them instant family heirlooms.

Machine Woven Rugs

As you might suspect, machine made rugs (like our Castaway rug) are woven by machinery, which results in a uniform style and quickly produced. They are constructed from synthetic materials that are stain resistant and impervious to mildew. Natural fibers like cotton and wool can be incorporated. This process also yields a wide range of colors and styles.

Natural Rugs

Constructed using the highest quality recycled and sustainable fibers (like bamboo, hemp, jute, cotton and wool) and dyes, Capel’s unique collection of rugs, including Karma Naturals Mosaic, fuses exceptional quality and design with earth-friendly ideals.

Loop Hooked Rugs

Loops hooked rugs (shown above) are made by pushing loops of yarn by hand through a canvas foundation to the front of the rug, then pulling the ends of the yarn back to create a loop on the surface. A heavy cotton twill backing secures the yarn ends and protects the floor beneath. The result is a handcrafted look that adds texture and instant warmth to any room (like designer Kevin O’Brien’s Droplets collection shown in poppy and grass) and is sure to look good for years to come.

Choosing the right rug for your room can be a daunting task.  Not only are there tremendous styles and colors to choose from but materials and sizes as well. The following tips can make the process less intimidating and ensure a confident selection.

First, measure the entire room. Then translate your measurements into a design plan by sketching your room on paper to get a feel of the space. The type of room and furniture placement will also impact what size rug you should consider. It is important to include furniture placement in your space sketch. Having a visual representation can be a great resource for envisioning the design components working together.

Also consider the function of the room – your flooring needs will vary if you’re selecting a rug for the dining room, living room or an entry hall.

Dining room

When selecting an area rug for the dining room, you need to measure the length and width of your table, adding 1’6″ per chair to your measurement to avoid getting them caught on the edge of the rug when you are seated.

Living and Great room

Decide if you want a room size rug or smaller rug(s) to incorporate into the space. If the furniture is floating in the room (placed several feet away from the walls), consider selecting a rug size that allows each piece of furniture to either be completely on or off the rug. If the furniture is placed around the walls, consider a rug size that can be placed just under the front of the piece, like our Flair rug (shown above). Design tip: if you want the room to feel larger, select an area rug that will leave a boarder around the perimeter of the space.

Entrances, hallways and stairs

An area rug placed by an entrance, hallway and stairwell, protects the floor while enhancing the decor. Consider purchasing a rug that is constructed of materials that can handle the high traffic of these busy thoroughfares. If there is a hallway off the entrance you may consider a runner.

Apply these tips before you shop for your next area rug and your room will be both fashionable and functional.