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[Review] Safavieh Hudson Shag Collection SGH280B Area Rug, 8′ x 10′

Product Highlights

  • This area rug comes with a thick and dense pile.
  • Plush and thick, it provides a comfortable underfoot.
  • It’s available in different sizes and colors to transform your room and bring your dream space to life.

The Safavieh rug comes inside a box. The rug is rolled and wrapped in plastic. Once you get it out from the plastic, you will notice a light smell that is common among new carpets. When you unroll it, you will notice that the rug is not completely flat. You will have to reverse-roll from one end. If that doesn’t do the trick then you can try placing something heavy on the corners. If you are planning to store the rug away, you can roll it without worrying about its shape. Don’t roll it too tightly, though.

Design

The Hudson shag rug comes in 10 different color combinations. If you prefer something neutral then the grey/ivory is a recommended. It looks great with any color and decor. You can have a bright-colored sofa and balance it off with a simple rug like this one. One key element in styling a space is balance and this rug can help you achieve that. If you are not one to stick to neutral colors, you can opt for the red/ivory or slate blue/ivory colors. They come with the same print but look brighter and can liven up any space. The colors look just like in the pictures. To keep the color from fading, you should keep the rug away from direct sunlight.

The Moroccan-inspired print keeps it from looking all too boring. It gives the rug an interesting look without looking over the top. The print is made to go with contemporary furniture. If you are going for a more traditional look, you can check out the other designs from Safavieh.

Quality

The rug is heavy. It can be a bit of work to move it to another spot. It’s not surprising at all since it has a 2-inch pile. It provides a plush feeling that your feet would love. While it isn’t the plushest rug available, for the price, it does not disappoint. You can kneel on the rug, have a baby crawl on it, or sit on it to have dinner. The comfort it provides can turn your living room into a cozy space that your family will love.

I recommend getting a non-slip pad to go under the rug. This would keep it in place. Hardwood floors are slippery and may cause the rug to move around.

The pile is easy to fluff up even if your furniture have been sitting on it for a long time. You simply have to pull the pile up and it would look good as new.

To clean this, a regular vacuum cleaner without the beater bar would do. The vacuum would get rid of the dirt from the pile. For stains, spot-cleaning is the only way to go. Stains wash off easily. I understand that pet owners may have their apprehensions about getting a rug because of possible accidents. However, based on how easy it is to get rid of stains, having a pet should not stop you from getting this rug. For more stubborn stains, mixing a solution of vinegar and water would make spot-cleaning a breeze.

This plush rug would shed in the first few months of use. That’s normal, though. Using a rug pad underneath would limit shedding. Rotating the area rug every few months is also recommended. This would help prevent certain areas from wearing out too quickly.

In My Opinion

At less than $250, a plush rug this size is very much worth the price. Safavieh has long been a trusted manufacturer of rugs for a reason. They are known for beautiful rugs that survive years of usage. Many other brands sell rugs but you can’t be sure of the quality unless you see them in person. With Safavieh, their reputation should lessen your doubts about their products’ quality.

This product is eligible for Amazon Prime’s shipping benefits. You would have to check if they offer free shipping in your state. If they do then you should take the plunge.


Brand: Safavieh

Product: Safavieh Hudson Shag Collection SGH280B Area Rug, 8′ x 10′


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