The 1960s and 1970s is when shag rugs were all the rage.
But they went out of fashion in the 1980s.
But like all good things from the 60s and 70s these rugs have made a comeback in recent times.
Shag rugs are a great choice to decorate a particular area with their soft texture and bright colors.
The newest designs can suit modern or even traditional styled homes with ease.
Shag rugs are not only a fantastic way to decorate a room they can also soften stone or hardwood flooring.
They can also add warmth and comfort to these flooring types, and reduce the sound of footsteps.
Many people use them as hall runners or bathroom rugs.
The fact is, you can creatively use shag rugs in various ways - let your imagination be your guide.
Choosing a shag rug is easy because you are literally spoiled by choice.
There are a range of colors and depth of pile available.
You even choose the particular softness of a rug.
The warmer and softer shag rugs have a pile over 2 inches.
The shorter piles are not as soft or warm but are easier to clean and can be more suited to some people's personal tastes.
Shag rugs are made from a range of materials such as cotton, wool yarn, nylon and acrylic.
Most will have a cotton base the will help it from slipping on hard floors.
These types of rugs are not the easiest rugs to clean.
This is because of the length of their pile.
If it is only loose dirt you can shake it from the rug.
For a deeper clean you should get the rug dry cleaned.