Blue Parakeet Rugs Shines in Emily Henderson's List of Top Rug Picks

When you’re shopping for that one best rug, there’s no better design guru to turn to than Emily Henderson, so we loved seeing her recent breakdown of the pros and cons of all the rug options to consider in her post, In Search Of The Best Rugs For Kids And Pets That Are Still Actually Cozy – And The 4 Rugs We Keep Coming Back To (Guess What They Have In Common???). Emily lays out some tough standards for the best rug category: suitable for both kids and pets, comfortable, cozy, durable, sustainable, and forgiving to dirt and stains. If you’re wondering what category of rugs gets high marks across the board — spoiler alert! — it’s our beloved antique Persian rugs. On top of that, Blue Parakeet Rugs take a couple of spots on Emily’s shopping list and more than a mention in her personal rug quest!

Only antique Persian rugs can be all things to all people, but other rugs do bring other things to the table, like high pile shag rugs, which are very cozy but are not as forgiving or durable, especially in high traffic areas. On the other hand, flatweaves, while not inherently cozy, can be made more comfortable with the addition of a memory foam rug pad and are reliably durable. Yet Emily emphasizes that Persian rugs, which are cozy, extremely durable, and adept at hiding almost anything, are her personal favorite. She even points out that she's constantly on the lookout for the perfect Persian rug, specifically vintage ones like the ones we bring you every day here at Blue Parakeet Rugs.

So if you’re just starting out on your rug journey or well on your way, head over to Emily’s blog to read all about the many rugs available today and learn which one might be the best for you. We’ll be right here when you’re ready to fall in love with a treasure from the Old World that’s equal parts beauty and brawn.