8 Styles of Southwestern Rugs

 

If you have a southwestern or Navajo decor you are going to be
very pleased with the rugs that are available to complete your
room. Southwestern rugs are a work of art and very affordable.
They are very versatile! Here are 8 styles of Southwestern Rugs
that are very popular.

 

 1. Southwestern Handmade Area Rugs 

 

 Handmade are rugs will contain Southwestern colors, designs,
and figures. They may use subtle desert tones are vibrant bright
colors depending on the design. These Southwest rugs are perfect
for a bedroom, porch, kitchen, sun room, living room rugs, or
family room.

 

 2. Southwestern Spirit Rugs

 

 Southwest spirit area rugs draws use a wide variety of colors
and design that are tied to the spirituality of the people. They
are normally made of Indian wool although that may vary
depending on where you purchase your rug. The spiritual
characters are embodied throughout the rug and presented in a
variety of patterns and forms. These look great in a bedroom,
kitchen, or large bathroom. 

3. Modern Southwestern Rugs

 

 Much of the modern southwest rugs come from the Albuquerque New
Mexico area where the Spanish and Native American histories are
merged to form beautiful wool area rugs that depict Southwestern
scenes. Done in mix of soft earth tones but with vibrant color
accents or designs. Perfect for a trendy living room, a rec
room, family room, or sun room. 

4. Timberlake Southwestern Rugs

 

 Bob Timberlake is a well known designer of Southwest designs
producing colors that are bolder than the normal Southwestern
collections. Each of his rugs is handmade and unique. If you are
looking for a designer rug Timberlake collection is definitely
worth having a look it. They look fabulous in any room.

 

 5. Mexican Guadalupe Rugs

 

 Handmade depicting Mexican figures and designs in vibrant
designs and patterns. Most designs are directly linked to the
history of the Mexican people. These beautiful works of art are
the perfect addition to any southwestern or Navajo decor. They
are a wonderful mix of colors and designs that are pleasing to
the eye.

 

 6. Oaxaca Mexico Rugs

 

 Hand loomed 100% wool these flat weave rugs are created in the
Oaxaca Mexico one of the southwest states. There are no two rugs
alike. Each is its own masterpiece. The designs are based on
Mayan and Mexican traditional patterns but each is somewhat
different because the artists' interpretation and style affect
the look of the rug. These gorgeous rugs are perfect for a
southwestern decor. They look great in front of a hearth or in
the center of a room. They are truly a work of art.

 

 7. Mohair Rugs

 

 Mohair is traditional wool for use in Southwestern rugs. These
rugs are woven with intricate ancient designs of the past. These
rugs are beautifully detailed and look wonderful in a bedroom,
bathroom, or in front of a fireplace. 

 

 8. Navajo Rugs

 

 Navajo designs are unique and intricately detailed based on the
past traditions of the Navajo people. The rustic and earth
colors make these rugs exceptionally relaxing. They are an
excellent choice for a rustic atmosphere, a cabin, or a Navajo
decor.

 

 These 8 styles of southwestern rugs are very popular but there
are certainly other choices that are just as beautiful and have
their own special charm and charisma. The most important thing
to remember when choosing a southwestern rug is that fits your
decor and your style. 



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