Rugs and tapestries can be used to add atmosphere to a room, warm up a space that looks cold, make a room look smaller if it's too big, or add to the overall theme of a room. How you want a rug or tapestry to change the look of a room will help you choose the right one.
Rugs are a perfect multi use item of decor. You can put them on the floor or use them as tapestries to hang on walls and over railings. They can move around a lot and last a long time.
It might not seem important to choose a rug for the front door, but it is. You won't want a thick and expensive rug in a room that gets a lot of use. In a space like this, a rug's main purpose is to add some colour to the floor and maybe make it warmer. This kind of rug should have muted colours because it's not meant to stand out. People are just stopping by. With a simple message or design that fits the space, rugs in entryways can still add personality ("Welcome" is, of course, the most widespread conveyance). In the entryway, the rug is probably going to be the first thing a guest sees that gives them an idea of what kind of home you have, so it might be a good idea for it to show some of your style and personality.
Tapestries are always meant to be seen, and the ones you choose will say a lot about your style and taste. You can hang a tapestry on the wall in the entryway, and again, you want this to give a good idea of what kind of home a guest is walking into. It's important to use rich, warm colours, and the design shouldn't be too busy. Make sure the colours of your paint and the tapestry don't clash. A mirror can be put on the wall across from the tapestry to make it look like there are two tapestries.
When people come to your house, the way it looks will give them a hint about who you are. Remember this when you're looking for a rug or tapestry to put in your entryway to make it more interesting.
