However, for comfort, added colors and textures to home decor, the area rugs have made a come back with pizazz. High traffic areas should be easy to clean, moisture resistant, as well as slip resistant.

The synthetic materials are hypoallergenic, easy to clean, stain resistant, as well as colorfast. The braided and oriental types are. The 6x9 rugs, with the the variety of pop and contemporary designs, add to the decor as a wall hanging.

The choice of fibers, should be taken into consideration for comfort, as well as durability. The 6 x 9 rug is perfect for use in the bedroom, bath, or as a welcome mat. The newer rugs are made with an array of colors, textures, styles and fibers.

Hard wood, laminate and tile flooring has returned, as home sellers look for ways to provide more appeal to their homes, as well as increasing the resell value. Others who are simply looking for remodeling projects, are resorting to removing the old wall to wall carpeting and replacing it with alternative flooring. Although, more costly, the best choice for durability is the natural fibers such as wool, cotton, silk and leather.

The primary concern should be the area where the new floor covering will be used.