Rugs are an awesome part of home decor that not only add color and texture to your rooms—they have lots of practical benefits, too. Rugs can add warmth, reduce noise, prevent dirt and dust from getting through your entryway, and so much more. Think about these reasons when choosing rugs. For example, if you hate cold hardwood floors, pick a thick, plush or shag rug for your bedroom (perfect for those winter mornings), and place other rugs in high-traffic areas, like the living room, dining room, or hallway to make the space more comfortable and inviting. My Bob-O-Pedic rugs also make for extra soft steps. Do you have a room that echoes? A large area rug can help with noise levels by absorbing the sound. Rugs can also define spaces of the home. If you have a reading nook or office space that’s getting lost in a larger room, give it its own zone. By adding a throw rug, you can create a distinguished space—and don’t forget the rug pad! Even placing a rug under a dining room table or sofa and coffee table will make the room feel like a designated area.