If you’ve recently moved into a new house and haven’t unpacked much yet or hung anything on the walls, you might be walking around trying to decide how to get rid of the echoes. Or, perhaps you’ve invested in all-new hardwood or tile flooring in your home, and you want something to soften it up. The best course of action is to invest in area rugs.
At Phillips Paint and Decorating Center near Lancaster, PA, we offer a variety of area rugs in diverse designs and patterns. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will gladly help you find the best rug for your home and lifestyle.
So, Do Area Rugs Absorb Sound?
Yes, area rugs can absorb sound when you use them effectively. The rug’s fibers help reduce the sound waves bouncing off hard surfaces, like empty walls or hardwood floors, which is ideal for office spaces, recording studios, or nurseries.
Area Rug Materials for Sound Absorption
The thicker the fibers, the better they absorb sound in your space. Area rugs with a high pile will be better for sound absorption.
Some area rugs, particularly those comprising wool, shag, polyester, or felt, are best for sound absorption because they’re thicker and denser. Additionally, using a rug pad also improves sound absorption.
How to Use Area Rugs for Sound Absorption
Area rugs easily reduce the sound of foot traffic so that you won’t hear the early riser or night owl in the other parts of your home. Rugs can also absorb other noises, like conversations, reducing echo or bounce back. For optimal acoustics, place the area rug along walls or in areas with high foot traffic.
Rugs also make beautiful wall hangings, helping with sound absorption even more while looking like an eye-catching piece of art, similar to a tapestry.
Different Styles of Area Rugs
At Phillips Paint & Decorating Center, we offer a variety of rug styles and will help you find the perfect fit for your home. Our collection includes area rugs in solid colors to match your seasonal inspiration, interior design, or patterns, from florals to geometric shapes.
Here are a few ways you can use various styles of area rugs in your space:
- Add large area rugs in bedrooms under beds.
- Use large area rugs in living rooms with the front of furniture legs positioned on it.
- Place a runner rug in hallways, beside a door, or in kitchens by cabinets.
- Position an indoor and outdoor area rug in front of exterior doors.
Shop Premium Area Rugs Near Lancaster, PA
Visit Phillips Paint & Decorating Center near Lancaster, PA, for area rugs that meet all your décor and sound absorption needs. Our staff can help you find rugs that fit your space’s size and style and your family’s lifestyle.
To find your dream area rug and sound absorption, call us at (717) 397-1616, contact us online, or visit our paint store in Lancaster, PA. Phillips Paint & Decorating Center proudly serves our surrounding areas, including Lancaster County, York County, Chester County, Lebanon County, and Berks County, PA.
