Posted on May 7, 2020 by Behnam Rugs

Persian Rugs as Noise Cancelers

A gorgeous Persian rug is not only a lovely work of art in your home, but is also something that can be passed down – and greatly appreciated – from generation to generation. It can also act as something of a sound barrier in your home.

If you live in an apartment or condominium, a Persian or Oriental rug can especially help keep your day-to-day activities from becoming an annoyance to your downstairs neighbors! Rather than have a downstairs neighbor come knocking on your door complaining that she can hear your music, and your conversation, place a Persian rug on your floor to muffle the sound.

In addition, these rugs dampen the sound of heavy footsteps, something almost anyone who has lived in a downstairs apartment knows is a good thing! Buying a Persian or Oriental rug will do your neighbor a favor they will appreciate and lead to better interpersonal relations.

A rug on the floor also acts as a barrier to excessive sound from your downstairs neighbor (or noisy teens playing electric guitar in your home’s basement).

A beautiful Persian or Oriental rug on the floor will help contain that echo-chamber effect of walking, conversation, and music.

To cut the sound in your home way down, place your Persian or Oriental rug on sound-absorbing padding. Padding extends the life of your rug while also providing a safer environment with less risk of falling.

Another benefit of covering hard floors with a rug is that it helps regulate the temperature in your home. When it’s cold outside, the rug retains warm air (and helps conserve energy). It’s also much cozier and far more comfortable to sit on a rug or carpet than it is a hard surface (your baby and toddler will appreciate it).

Hanging your Oriental or Persian rug on the wall also can help buffer noise from one room to another.

Looking for a new rug? Call 972-733-0400. Have a specific style or color in mind? Fill out our rug request form.