Wild for Zebra Rugs

When it comes to nursery decor, animal themes have decided to grow up. Adding a touch of zebra to the room is a fun way to create bold, graphic statements that are always classic and timeless. When you don’t have a lot of room, a small hide rug is perfect under the crib.

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The easiest place to take the zebra plunge is with small accents like area rugs, small ottomans or other home accents.

image via Project Nursery Gallery

image via Shelter Interior Design

Zebra rugs can add some softness to the hardwood floors or can be layered on wall-to-wall carpet to create dimension and fun.

image via Project Nursery Gallery

One way to soften the edges of the zebra look is to use it in a warm brown tone. The pattern is still classic in any color.

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When you really want to add a unique statement, stick with a classic motif, just change the color—it works every time.

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Annette Tatum

Annette Tatum

Santa Monica, CA based Annette is the creator of the interior decor lines, House, Little House and Annette Tatum Collections. She is also the author of The Well-Dressed Home, which features her universal style guide for translating your sense of fashion into home design.

Comments

  1. Belle Humphreys

    October 19, 2012

    I love zebra stripes! But, of course, I prefer it in the usual black and white.

  2. Cindy

    October 21, 2012

    I can’t quite figure out the shape of that zebra rug in the fourth photo. An animals with four front legs?

  3. Alison Mar

    October 29, 2012

    I think zebras are very beautiful creatures. I like them, too, but not in rug form :)

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