Just like paintings, wall rugs can act as central pieces in a room’s décor. Have an heirloom rug that you want to display, but don’t want to wear out? Maybe you picked up a pretty boho rug on your travels, but don’t want to replace the rug you already have. Or, perhaps you just think your rug would make a beautiful wall hanging. Whatever your motive, there are a number of reasons why you may choose to hang your area rug on the wall instead of laying it on the floor. The question is, how do you do it?
There are a couple of ways to hang your area rug on your wall. The method you choose will depend on the size and weight of your rug, the location where it will hang, and your personal preference. But first of all remember that rugs should never be hung directly above or very near a heat source (such as a heat vent or fireplace). They should also never be hung by nailing or pinning them to the wall. The weight of the rug pulling against the nails will cause stress on the fibers and will irreparably damage the rug.
Velcro
Using Velcro to hang your area rug on the wall is currently the method preferred by many museums. This method can be used on heavy-weight rugs with success, and without causing damage to the rug. The hook tape may be stapled to a thin, straight piece of wood that is the same width as your rug. This piece of wood may then be mounted to the wall, and the rug attached by connecting the two Velcro strips.
a blue printed boho rug instantly gives a boho feel to the modern space and adds color to it at the same time
a boho bedroom with a bed and boho bedding, a printed boho rug, a nightstand with a lamp and some potted greenery
a boho bedroom with a bed and colorful bedding, a colorful boho rug, bright rugs on the floor and potted greenery
a boho bedroom with a bright rug on the wall, a bed with neutral bedding, vintage stained furniture and a boho rug on the floor
a boho bedroom with a jute rug on the wall, Moroccan metal lanterns, some greenery and boho textiles
a boho living room with a brown leather sofa and pillows, a boho rug on the wall and floor, a black pendant lamp, a chest with potted greenery
a boho living room with a grey sofa, some stained furniture, a row of boho rugs on the wall and some greenery
a boho nook with a bench and some decor, a book stacked and candles, a printed boho rug and greenery in pots hanging over the space
a boho nook with a boho rug on the wall, a rattan loveseat with boho pillows, layered rugs and a vase with branches
a boho nook with a bright boho rug, a stacke of chests, a boho chair and potted greenery and blooms and some lovely decor
a boho rug over the bed brings interest, color and texture to the space making a neutral bedroom more boho-like
a boho space with a boho rug on the wall, some built-in furniture, some decor and stools is cool
a boho space with a chair, some potted greenery, a bold striped rug on the wall and a printed rug on the floor
a boho space with stained furniture, a boho rug and a dried tree decoration is a cool and relaxed nook
a bold boho bedroom with emerald walls, a bold rug on the wall, a bed with colorful beddng, some potted statement plants and decor
a bold boho rug on the wall is a very eye-catchy solution for a modern or boho space
a bold boho rug with some art echoes with the burgundy velvet furniture of the space
a bright boho bedroom with a colorful boho rug on the wall and a boho rug on the floor, a bed with printed pillows, a potted plant and some decor
a bright boho rug in a frame will be a gorgeous decoration on the wall, and frame makes it look a bit more formal
a bright boho rug will bring a bold touch to any neutral space making it wow
a bright boho rug will turn a rustic space into a unique one, will give it a character and a story
a colorful boho room with a purple wall, a jute rug, an orange bed with colorful bedding, a bold printed rug and potted plants
a colorful boho rug makes the black and white space more eye-catching, bold and cool
Curtain Rod
The second method of hanging an area rug on the wall involves the use of a curtain rod. A heavy cotton casing may be sewn onto the back of the rug (again, this should be hand-sewn if hanging a handmade or antique rug) to form a tube, through which the curtain rod may be inserted. This should be attached close to the top of the rug. The rod may then be mounted on appropriate brackets on the wall.
The rod used must be sturdy enough to support the weight of the rug without bending in the middle. For a decorative touch, extend the rod several inches beyond each edge of the rug, and cap with ornamental finials. Or, to hide the appearance of the rod and brackets, the rod may be slightly shorter than the width of the rug, with the brackets aligned with the inside edges of the rug, so that the rug hangs in front.
a colorful living room with a navy sofa and colorful pillows, a bright boho rug, glass coffee tables and a printed rug
a cool nook with vinyl, a bold record player and a boho rug plus some potted orchids is a cool space
a creative space with a bold boho rug on the wall, a built-in mini table and a bench, a pendant lamp and some decor
a grey bedroom with a bed, a colorful boho rug, potted greenery and an orange side table plus a lot of greenery around
a laconic entryway with a colorful boho rug on the floor and a bold red vintage bench is amazing, it's boho but absolutely uncluttered
a modern boho bedroom with a bed and grey bedding, a jute rug on the wall, pendant lamps with wooden beads and a metal side table
a modern boho space accented with a boho rug on the wall and a red boho rug on the floor, with some greenery
a modern credenza with some stuff and decor, a black and white boho rug on the wall and a neutral rug on the floor
a modern dining room with a black accent wall, a bright boho rug, a stained table and mismatching chairs, a whimsical modern chandelier
a moody black bedroom with a bed and neutral bedding, a bright boho rug to add color, insterest and print to the space
a neutral bedroom with a bold boho rug for a touch of color, a bed with neutral bedding, nightstands and table lamps
a neutral boho bedroom with grey walls, a bed with pastel pink bedding, a boho rug on the wall, some pampas grass
a neutral home office with a dark desk, a black chair, a dark-stained wardrobe and a bold boho rug for a touch of color in the room
a neutral living room with neutral sofas and colorful pillows that echo with the rug on the wall, some whimsical decor and books
a neutral modern bedroom with a colorful boho rug, a chandelier and nightstands with books and table lamps
a neutral woven boho rug makes the bedroom feel free-spirited, though all the rest of it is quite neutral
a printed boho rug on the wall sets the tone making this modern room more boho like, boho rugs on the floor make the space cozier
a printed boho rug will give a unique touch to any space, it will bring color and pattern
a quirky eclectic space with a bold daybed, a bold printed rug on the wall, a glass coffee table and woven chairs plus some decor
a sleeing zone with a chalkboard wall and a colorful rug on the floor to make it wow
a super colorful and bold boho rug is a unique idea for any room, it brings interest to the space
a super colorful boho rug will instantly add a bit of fun to any space, it will also get you some color and pattern
a super colorful boho rug with letters will make your space unique and will give it a character at the same time
an eclectic living room accented with a unique oversized boho rug on the wall and a simpler boho rug on the floor, a quirky table and a bold chair
an elegant neutral bedroom with a printed boho rug over it to give your space a free-spirited feel
en eclectic living room with a yellow sofa and boho pillows, a bright boho rug on the wall, an acrylic table and black chairs