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Braided rug stair treads provide you with a great means of protecting the surface of your stairs, particularly if they are polished wood, while also giving you an option that adds decorative appeal to a part of the home that might otherwise look quite plain. There are a few different types of braided rug stair treads so it is worthwhile having a look at the various options available.

Oval Braided Rug Stair Treads

As the name suggests these are braided rugs that have been specially designed to fit on the treads of a standard set of stairs. They have the appearance of a small runner rug but they are sized so that they can be placed in the middle of the stairs and provide protection along the part of the steps that get the greatest foot traffic.

Rectangle Braided Rug Stair Treads

As with the oval braided rugs the rectangular braided rugs closely resemble small runner rugs and may be made in a single color, a simple pattern or a wildly busy design. These stair tread rugs will fit neatly on top of each stair tread.

Non-Slip Braided Rug Stair Treads

Home safety is an important factor and should not mean that you will have to compromise your decorative options. These stair tread rugs are braided rugs that have been given nonslip backing so that they will not move. While one of the big features of most braided rugs is the ability to be simply flipped over so that they can be used on either side, you lose this feature due to the nonslip backing. However you do gain significant safety features by using non-slip braided rugs.

Reversible Braided Rug Stair Treads

For those who believe there will be little risk of their stair treads moving the option of buying reversible braided rug stair treads is also available and provides you with double the longevity potential. As your braided rugs begin to show signs of wear it is possible to flip them over for a fresh look again.

There are many different patterns and colors available when it comes to the many kinds of braided rug stair treads that you can choose to provide protection on your stairs.

As a very effective method of protecting wooden stairs, the use of braided rug stair treads provides you with attractive and hard wearing options. They can be used as a decorative feature on the stairs and because they only cover the part of the tread where the majority of foot traffic would be experienced they will be even more effective to reduce wear and tear.

The range of braided rug stair treads for sale is quite extensive with different shapes, sizes and colors available. Browse through the braided stair treads for sale below to help you find a set that will suit your stairs.

Set of 15 Braided Jute Stair Tread Rugs 20 COLORS Rectangle or Oval    US $107.99

5 Colonial Mills Lincoln Oval Braided Stair Tread EGRN    US $9.99

2 Check-Design Braided Stair Tread Rugs 212769 Burgundy    US $.99

Set of 14 Braided Jute Stair Tread Rugs 20 COLORS Rectangle or Oval    US $99.99

Set of 16 Braided Jute Stair Tread Rugs 20 COLORS Rectangle or Oval    US $112.99

Should they be considered as primitive stair treads? I suppose a case could be made to say that they look a little old fashioned but they could probably be better described as providing a rustic appeal to the stairs.

The shape of braided rug stair treads is quite distinctive when compared to those of the more usual braided area rugs. For the most part you will find them available either as oval or rectangular rugs and they are quite narrow so that they fit properly on the standard sized stair tread. The nature of braided rugs offers you a more durable type of rug with the braids able to withstand quite a lot of traffic. Braided rugs are soft underfoot and will be very comfortable for walking on with bare feet.

It is possible to find braided rug stair treads made from all different kinds of materials such as wool, jute, cotton or chenille and they can be used to complement other decorative features around the stairs such as artwork on the walls or objects at the top or bottom of the stairs.

Braided stair treads in action

Apart from the protective nature that they provide for the surface of the stairs, these braided stair rugs provide another very important feature and that is as a safety feature. Placing braided rugs on the treads of wooden stairs can provide a non-slip surface where it might otherwise have been a little dangerous. It is possible to find quite an extensive range of anti-slip stair treads. Some of these braided rugs are available with self-adhesive strips on the underside to help with the installation process. This will also ensure that the rugs will remain immobile as the traffic moves over them.

Price of Braided Rug Stair Treads

These stair treads are available at a range of prices and it will depend on where you go that will determine the actual cost. But generally you should be able to buy braided stair treads for around $10.00 - $15.00 per rug. Because they are bought for a set of stairs the most common scenario is that multiple stair treads are required at a time so you can buy them in sets. A good quality standard sized set of 13 oval braided stair tread rugs can be purchased for as little as $150.00. You can pick up a set of Colonial Mills braided stair tread rugs for a little over $11 per rug and Thimbleberries stair tread rugs can be bought for a little less than this. 

Take a look at the types of braided rug stair treads for sale and take all of the various types into consideration when making your choice.

Cotton braided rugs come in different colors; these rugs are usually quite rustic in style and can be used most any room of the house. There are cotton braided stair runners as well as rectangular, oval shaped, square and circular rugs. When looking at the cost of cotton braided rugs for sale you will find that the price will vary depending on the size of the rug in question as well as other factors.

Take a look at the following selection of braided cotton rugs for sale and make a selection to get more information including how you might buy one.

Cotton Braided Rugs For Sale

NEW Braided Rug GIYANI 3x5 Sage GREEN Multi COTTON $120    US $49.99

NEW Home Braided Cotton Americana Area Rug 5x8    US $89.99

NEW Home Braided Cotton Americana Runner Rug 1'10"x5'    US $39.99

NEW Home Braided Cotton Americana Oval Accent Rug 30x48    US $39.99

NWT Braided Oval Rug Pumpkin New Cream Orange Brown Green Cotton 29" X 18"    US $10.99

NEW Braided Rug BRIGHTON 2x4 Brown Multi $70 Tan Cotton    US $17.99

VINTAGE COTTON BRAIDED RUG 30" X 21" OVAL SHAPED    US $5.00

Cotton Braided Area Rugs Accent Country Rustic New    US $79.00

15 + 5Yard FREE ROSE Egyptian Cotton Sheeting FABRIC for Rag Rug SEW QUILT Braid    US $19.99

Cotton Braided Area Rugs Accent Country Blue Green New    US $79.00

Cotton Braided Area Rugs Accent Contemporary Rustic New    US $79.00

Cotton Braided Area Rugs Accent Cabin Lodge Rustic New    US $79.00

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Those who want to buy a cotton braided rug should consider what style of rug would match well with the overall decor of the room. While these rugs are quite beautiful and stylish in their own right, they are not suitable for every single home; that depends on the existing furnishings and what style of decor the home is meant to have. On the other hand, braided rugs do come in different colors and styles, so it is quite possible to find a rug of this nature that would look good in the living room, bedroom or on the stairs.

Most cotton braided rugs have a wide variety of colors but do not have prints or designs of them. The color combinations are quite beautiful but are not overly bright and ostentatious. The rug will look nice but not necessarily be a centerpiece attraction in the home or office.

It is also important to understand what type of care braided rugs need. Cotton braided rugs are quite durable and can last a long time with proper care. One should vacuum such a rug on a regular basis and immediately spot wash any spills. If the rug needs a more thorough cleaning, then one should call in a professional rug cleaning company.

There are many braided cotton rugs to choose from. A person shopping for such a rug should consider what color and style of rug would look best in the room. Braided cotton stair rugs are also a good option, as they are quite classy and will prevent slips and falls. One should make sure the rug that is purchased is the right size and shape for the room in question and that it stays in good condition through proper care.

The origins of cotton braided rugs can be traced back to early American pioneers who, when looking for a quick and easy floor covering, took whatever scraps of material they could find and braided them together to form soft but strong strips. The braided strips were then sewn together in concentric rings or in an oval shape to form the types of rugs that we are accustomed to seeing today. Cotton was simply one of the common fabrics that was available when it came time to sourcing materials to make the braided rugs.

Take a look at some of the other types of braided rugs for sale

chenille braided rugs • wool braided rugs • round braided rugs • oval braided rugs • jute braided rugs • wool braided rugs • chenille braided rugs

The braided rug is a type of hard-wearing rug that is constructed differently to the more traditional loom woven rugs that many of us might be used to. These rugs are made by braiding yarn or fabric together, such as wool, cotton, jute or any other suitable material, and then coiling the braids before sewing them together.

These rugs were first created in the early 1700s and they are largely made today by using the same basic design. These rugs are relatively heavy due to the way in which the material is bundled together. This makes them tremendous products for using in areas of high traffic. They will last for a long time and although the braids may appear bulky, the rug lies smooth and flat when it is laid on the floor.

Decorating with braided rugs will give you the chance to add charm and character to a room. They can be used as area rugs with larger versions providing enormous coverage in multi-colored style and will also draw together the many different aspects of a room with their variety of colors and their ability to be placed under other furniture pieces.

Listed below is a selection of the various types of braided rugs that you might want to consider when looking for a suitable braided rug for your kitchen, bathroom, laundry or back patio. Skim through the various types, materials, shapes and sizes as well as noted manufacturers to look out for. You will also find a link to more pages in case you would like to see a selection of braided rugs for sale.

Types of Braided Rugs

Chenille Braided Rugs

Some of the more luxurious braided rugs are chenille braided rugs. They are extremely soft underfoot, made from a blend of natural and synthetic fibers that not only provide a soft rug that is suitable in the bathroom or kitchen but is also extremely durable. They may be used as area rugs, runner rugs, bath mats or entry-way rugs. Read more about chenille braided rugs.

Wool Braided Rugs

The ultimate in luxury as well as durability, woollen rugs have long been the top of the range. It is a material that can be cleaned and will withstand a lot of abuse. Wool braided rugs are available in a full range of sizes, colors and styles and they are also available in just about any homewares store or department store you choose to visit. Find out more about wool braided rugs for sale.

Cotton Braided Rugs

A particularly durable style of braided rug is the cotton braided rug. As with other materials you can buy multi-colored cotton braided rugs and they will suit a variety of casual decors. The usual way in which cotton braided rugs have been traditionally made is with flat braids of 4 to 12 strands with the cotton strips worked alternately over and under other strips of cotton of varying colors. The result allows striped, chevron or diamond patterns. Follow through to see the cotton braided rugs for sale.

Thimbleberries Braided Rugs

The Thimbleberries fabric is a particularly recognizable style and is used in the creation of Thimbleberries braided rugs. When looking for these braided rugs for sale you can be sure that those in the Thimbleberries line up are going to stand out and begyou to buy them. The colors of these rugs are particularly bold and will definitely stand out in whataever situation you choose to put them. Find out more about Thimbleberries braided rugs.

Jute Braided Rugs

Jute is one of the softest and most durable materials to use in the manufacture of area floor rugs. The use of jute traditionally has been as the backing for carpets with the yarn coming from the fibrous stalks of the jute plant. When they are used in a braided rug they become extremely strong and provides you with a rug that is attractive to look at and suitable for moderate traffic areas such as in the living room. They are a terrific natural material option. It is worth checking out the range of jute braided rugs for sale.

Braided Runner Rugs

By positioning the braids in long lines beside each other it is possible to make some astoundingly beautiful braided runner rugs. Due to the nature and strength of the braided style you will find that not only is a braided runner rug very attractive and comfortable to walk on, they are also hard-wearing and durable. View the range of braided runner rugs for sale.

Braided Rug Brands

Capel Braided Rugs

One of the most respected rug makers in the uSA and the oldest privately own manufacturer, Capel Rugs represent the finest quality you could hope to find. Capel braided rugs take the quality standards that are part of the manufacture of all rugs they produce and have used them to take them to a higher standard. Capel braided rugs have been designed to offer a quality rug that can be cleaned and cared for with a minimum of fuss. Read more about Capel braided rugs.

Colonial Mills Braided Rugs

One of the most reputable braided rug manufacturers in the US is Colonial Mills. This Rhode Island company is responsible for authentic braided rugs that are available in a huge range. They are hardwearing and versatile and are equally suited to indoor and outdoor use.

Braided Rugs By Shape

Oval Braided Rugs

It is possible that oval braided rugs are the most commonly found of all the braided rugs available. The ovoid shape is perfectly suited for the process of braiding and sewing these rugs together and the result is a rug that is perfectly suited in many areas of the house. Oval braided rugs may be used in the bathroom or the kitchen to provide a small padded area to ease the strain on the feet while work is performed.

You may also use an oval braided rug in the lounge or dining room as a decorative piece that sits atop a carpeted floor. Or it may be used as an accent in front of the fire or simply under the coffee table to provide a suitable spot where the table will rest. What you might typically find are oval braided rugs in striped designs that have been wound around and the colors used in the braiding are subtly changed to form a very distinctive or attractive striped pattern effect.

As far as versatile rugs are concerned, an oval braided rug provides the softness and durability to enable it to be used in a wide range of circumstances. Tkae a look at the selection of oval braided rugs for sale. 

Round Braided Rugs

You can use round braided rugs in all kinds of situations with the smaller rugs perfect for entrance ways while larger round braided rugs suitable for use as area rugs to define a part of a large room. They are durable and feel great under the feet and the shape means that it can be used in all kinds of circumstances. Visit the round braided rugs page to view the various braided rugs for sale.

Some of the most attractive braided rugs have been produced as part of the Thimbleberries range. Take a look at the selection of Thimbleberries braided rugs for sale below and if you want to further appreciate the quality of the weave and the materials used make a selection.

Buy A Thimbleberries Braided Rug

NEW Braided Rug TIMELESS Thimbleberries 3x5' Green $320    US $44.00

NEW Braided Rug TIMELESS Thimbleberries 5x7' Green $400    US $79.00

Quilters Village THIMBLEBERRIES Denim 5x7' Braided Rug    US $159.99

Quilters Village THIMBLEBERRIES French 2x4 Braided Rug    US $29.00

Thimbleberries Keepsake Rectangular Braided Rug 9'X12'    US $449.99

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Four Seasons Oval Winter Braided Rug    US $73.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Four Seasons Oval Summer Braided Rug    US $106.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Wild Flower Oval Braided Rug    US $163.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Sea Glass Oval Braided Rug    US $473.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Oval Fifth Season Braided Rug    US $652.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Keepsake Oval Braided Rug    US $310.00

Colonial Mills Thimbleberries Sweet Retreat Oval Braided Rug    US $489.00

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If you are designing your home to have a warm and inviting traditional interior design, then one of the simplest accessories you can purchase towards that end is a braided rug. Braided rungs can lend a certain softness, feeling of family, and endearing quality to almost any room or hard surfaced floor, and unlike other accessories for your home are easy to move around and rearrange as your tastes change and the desire to renovate or remodel sets in.

Lynette Jensen, a nationally renowned quilt designer has recently brought her talents to the rug world and has teamed up with Colonial Mills Inc. (CMI) to produce braided rugs using her classic Thimbleberries fabric. Thimbleberries braided rugs range in price from $6 to almost $2000 (depending on the size, style and cut) and are available in sizes and colors that can match virtually any home. Available in both rectangles and ovals, and different spring through winter designs, these rugs utilize a color palette that is distinctly and recognizably Thimbleberries, and coordinate beautifully with quilts and/or other pieces of home decor. To increase their lifespan, they are also reversible for longer wear.

In terms of care, these rugs should be vacuumed regularly (with an attachment for hard surfaces), and professionally cleaned from time to time. They should not be cleaned with a beater bar, and any spilled liquids should be spot cleaned. Although on average, reviews of the rugs have been positive, you should be aware that in certain instances the colors are much brighter and vibrant than they appear in the online pictures (in particular the reds) and some owners have stated that they wished the colors were softer. Additionally, some have also said that the material is rough to walk on compared to cotton and that without proper care, occasionally seams will come apart or edges will fray.

If you are a homeowner looking for a way to add a comfortable and warm look and feel to your home or apartment, then the Thimbleberries, braided rugs for sale are on average, considered to be a very worthy investment. With their unique, yet classic designs, they are sure to add a tough of not just love, but sophistication to your home interior.