Monday, August 4, 2008

Don’t be scared: Leopards, tigers and zebras…Oh, my!

Animal print rugs and carpeting are on the loose in many fashionable living spaces. Typically, when I think of animal prints, I visualize my grandmother carrying a tattered tiger print bag. However, animal prints in housing décor can add impact to a room.

For example, one of my friends has an elegant bedroom with gorgeous leopard- print carpet. When I first heard that she had animal print carpet, I balked and once again thought of my grandma’s tired old handbag. However, when I walked into her house, I was amazed. The carpet fits her personality and adds warmth that made me feel like I was at home. Even the accessories in the room complement the colors of the carpet adding sophistication. She also has a chic and trendy zebra staircase covering that brings the décor of the entire house together. In her living room, she has a few animal print pillows and even a zebra print rug in the kitchen. These simple but yet elegant animal print accessories accent her carpet and flooring choices.

Retailers are offering animal prints in a variety of colors that even include red and blue prints. A red print will add character to a theater room, while a blue tiger print will turn a child’s room into a safari.

Mother Nature often provides us with some of the finest gifts. So why not take a lesson from her and choose animal print flooring or rugs to accent rooms in your house?

To learn more about animal print rugs and flooring, contact Blakley’s Flooring with stores in Indianapolis near Castleton (317.576.8200) and in Carmel (317.575.0440), or by visiting www.blakleys.com.

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