Twelve stunning new Orla Kiely rugs have just been released and we absolutely love them! In 100% wool, there is something for everyone, including some more pared-back designs than previous seasons for a more subtle Orla touch.
Orla Kiely's designs are confident pieces that inject energy into a space. The striking colour and strong graphics allow them to stand alone as a feature, or makes it easy to introduce more pattern and colour. They are energising yet structured, bringing bold colour without chaos. Simply beautiful, happy pieces.
Orla Kiely is an independent brand run by Orla and a small team who design and create beautiful products using bold prints many of which have become iconic.
Orla Kiely reinvents and aspires to 'newness'. Her design process involves drawing, refining and simplifying organic elements into perfect motifs that are then repeated to build rhythmic patterns for everyday applications.
"My dream was always to create a style with a strong sense of identity, a visual language that was welcoming and friendly, happy prints that make you smile!" —Orla Kiely
Ink & Brayer offers the full collection of Orla Kiely indoor rugs, with free shipping NZ wide. Typical delivery time is 3 weeks. We have samples of all the Orla Kiely 100% wool rugs, and encourage you to view them in your space for the best representation of colour and how they will work in your home.
We are also available to chat with to give you free interior design guidance, and help choosing the perfect rug for your home. Contact us now for more details.
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It’s important know which fibres will perform best in your space. Beyond the desired look and feel, consider if the rug will be in a high or low traffic area and if there are pets or young children in your home.
Natural fibres are not only a sustainable choice, they’re also beautiful, breathable, and can be hardwearing.
Synthetic fibres are often made to mimic the look and feel of natural fibres and can be paired with them to improve durability. Synthetic fibres are ideal for outdoor areas due to their resistance to fading, stains, mould, and mildew.
While some fibres have higher stain and fade resistance than others, Ink and Brayer recommends applying a MicroSeal treatment on all indoor rugs, especially viscose and jute. MicroSeal is a non-toxic, non-allergenic formula for permanent stain and sun fade protection that dramatically increases the longevity of rugs.
Rugs are manufactured in a variety of woven and knotted styles. It’s important to consider how the weave will wear in relation to your lifestyle. High pile or loose weave rugs may not be ideal for young children or pets and shouldn’t be vacuumed with a brush vacuum.
To avoid choosing a rug that’s too small it’s important to remember that the role of a rug is to define a zone and to do that it is often best to have furniture at least partially placed on it.
Open Plan: Several rugs can be used to define the living, dining, and other areas in an open plan space.
Living Area: For large rooms with furniture in the centre, the rug should fit comfortably underneath, taking up slightly more floor space than the furniture.
An oversized rug can frame a room and create interest.
When furniture is against a wall, the front legs should be placed on the floor rug.
Smaller rugs can be placed under a coffee table, used to define specific seating areas, or to define a small space such as a reading nook.
Dining Area: The table and chairs should all rest on the floor rug. Choose a rug that’s large enough to fit under the chairs when they are pushed back from the table.
Bedroom: The floor rug should extend around the bed for a cosy look. Try placing a rug part way under the under the bed.
When making an investment in a rug or any significant purchase for your home, it makes sense to consult professionals that can offer helpful information or advice.
Remember that when purchasing a rug through Ink & Brayer, I am here to assist you with interior design advice and guidance, so that you can feel confident that you are choosing the right floor rug for your space. I am always happy to ask the supplier any specific questions for you too.
If you'd like to discuss a rug for your home or commercial space, get in touch now - I’d love to hear from you.
If you are based in Auckland, New Zealand, you may also like to learn about my In-Home Rug Consultation Service.
So I hope that has been some help to you. Have a great week. Happy rug buying everyone!
Bren.
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