Brush up on these terms in the interior design dictionary.
One distinction everyone should learn is the difference between a rug and a carpet.
Here are the similarities and differences between these two decor standbys.
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In reference to handmade carpets, however, the names rug and carpet are used interchangeably."
So, What’s the Difference?
What we call a carpet is a covering that stretches from wall to wall, affixed to the floor.
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They can be rolled up and moved from place to place.
What Are the Pros and Cons?
Heres how rugs and carpet can differ.
Rug and carpet.Encyclopedia Britannica.
