Sisal rugs have become the jeans of home decor. You can dress them up, dress them down and layer them. And you can afford them. "Sisal speaks to a casual lifestyle," says Eileen Applebaum, Crate and ...

Pros: Probably the strongest of the natural fibers. Classic look. Good for high-traffic areas, especially stairs. Cons: A little scratchy for bedrooms. Stains should be cleaned immediately to avoid ...

Versatile, classic and – hallelujah! – affordable, natural-fibre rugs look like a million bucks whether they’re installed wall-to-wall or used as area rugs. These chameleons of the design world are ...

I want to freshen my living room for the summer by rolling up the Oriental carpet and putting down something lighter. I think sisal might be too casual for my furnishings. Any suggestions? The floors ...