How To Join Two Throw Rugs

Having a common color cross between multiple rugs will help unify the space says donna.

How to join two throw rugs.

In addition to the fact that each of the rug patterns are different sizes the colors are nearly the same. If you re joining two 5 8 or approximately sized rugs together a single roll of tape should yield about two large rugs. Then i took a long ruler and a marker and drew a straight line down both ends so i could cut the line with fabric scissors. It is possible to join two rugs together into a single larger rug particularly if the smaller rugs are rectangular or square in shape and of a similar size.

Line up the pattern of the other rug and lay the rugs as close together with the tape as you can. Step 1 use a straight edge and a utility knife to cut the edges. I placed the two rugs in the spot where i wanted the larger rug overlapped them until i found the right overall measurement and marked where they joined on the backing. Make sure you line up the edge of the carpet first.

Then press the rugs together to make them appear as seamless as possible. You can always fudge the rest a little if needed. Rugs come in a variety of shapes and colors and they are made of a many different types of material. Apply the tape to one side of the rug.

The easiest type of rug to join together are the edgeless shag style bathroom rugs that have a rubber backing. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you get to the other end of your rug pull push the seam as tight as possible remove the backing and tape that length of the seam repeat. That s why this multiple rug situation in this madrid home featured on mi casa works so well.