Back in March, I made over my older daughter’s room for her thirteenth birthday. The one thing I never got for her room was a rug. I really thought a comfy, white rug would be the best thing (design-wise) for the space – both to soften up the hardwood and to lighten up the dark floor. But realistically, a white rug for a teenager’s room???
It just so happened that Mohawk Flooring recently contacted me about reviewing their stain-resistant SmartStrand carpet, offering me my choice of colors in a 6×9 bound sample. Could I really get a WHITE rug for my daughter’s room? Well, since it was free . . .
Mohawk SmartStrand Carpet
This is the pattern up close – so pretty and classic. It feels really soft underfoot – not only does this rug brighten up this dark room (only one small window), it gives her a soft spot to lay on the floor and play games or read.
SmartStrand
My older daughter was out of town this weekend at camp, so my younger daughter wanted to take advantage of the situation and play in her older sister’s room. When the cat’s away, the mice do play . . . So I said, “How about a TEA PARTY?”
She invited our neighbor over and the girls helped me bring up some snacks and fancy dishes. I told them not to worry too much about making a mess – it’s Mohawk SmartStrand, afterall! I would NEVER normally let these little ones even drink anything besides water outside of the kitchen, and they acted like they were doing something terribly naughty when I told them they could pour the juice themselves!
no worries with Mohawk SmartStrand carpet
Why was I not worried? Because Mohawk SmartStrand has permanent stain and soil protection built directly into the fiber during manufacturing. It isn’t put on afterward with chemicals. It’s there for LIFE—it will NEVER wash off, walk off or wear off.
all smiles with SmartStrand carpet
Coffee, red wine, mustard, soy sauce? These and other extra-stubborn stains—including tea and red food coloring—come out easily with water and a mild detergent or Mohawk FloorCare Essentials. Guaranteed.
I guess I could have encouraged the girls to make a mess purposefully, but that REALLY goes against my nature! Nothing was really spilled, but throughout the course of the party a few minor mishaps occurred.
strawberry stain – oops!
crumbs and such – no biggie
I suppose that’s bound to happen when a spontaneous dance party breaks out!
who doesn’t end their tea parties with a little dancing?
When the party was over, the clean-up was a breeze with a little vacuuming and a little wet cloth clean-up of the strawberry stains. Big sister will never be the wiser . . .
Now it’s YOUR CHANCE TO WIN a Mohawk SmartStrand 6×9 rug in your choice of 40 beautiful colors! Just click HERE to enter – one lucky Decorologist reader will be chosen to win. This contest runs from June 13 through July 4, 2013. Entering is easy, don’t wait!
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Mohawk Flooring.
Dance party! Love it! I hope big sister does not get mad! Beautiful room and the rug just finishes it off perfect!
Kelly,
I am mischieviously looking forward to big sister’s reaction to reading the article when she gets home from camp this afternoon!
Thank you for the giveaway! I’ve always like this rug pattern. If we were to carpet a whole bonus room/upstairs area with it, do you think that would be too much? Is it better suited in small amounts like the rug in your daughter’s room?
Kelli,
NO! I don’t think this pattern is too much for a whole room – in fact, it looks so much nicer than the standard pile or shag alternative. From a distance, you barely see much pattern anyway – definitely not a “busy” look 🙂
Oh my, I recognize those beautiful dancers! SO FUN to see them! Please send hugs from me. :-). (LOVE the rug, too!)
I love all your wonderful ideas. Your daughters room is so cheerful and you achieved the teenagers look..Put together so brilliant.. I’m going to do my first project .Dividing a huge living room in coordination with my bedroom… I have been begging my husband for years to color up our ceilings.. Well he is letting me have full control over all colors
.Yayy.. But…I have popcorn ceilings in 3 rooms out of 3..
Not by us.
Previous owners..So I’m thrilledi found you and the Styrofoam ceilings… Can it get any better.
Nice to meet you.My name is Dawn..I’m 47 yrs old from NJ.
So nice to have you here, Dawn! Good luck with your new project 🙂
What a great product – I just entered the giveaway, and I’m hoping I win so I can do a little testing of my own with my 2 year old. 🙂 Then I can determine whether or not it’s a winner to recommend to my clients. Hope you are doing well, Kristie – thank you for sharing this!
Kristie,
I absolutely love your daughter’s room. I’m currently working on my 13 year old daughter’s room now. Hands down, your blog is the most fantastic decorating blog online to date!!!!!! I just bought a house in SC, and read your stuff religiously for ideas! I wish I loved in Nashville!!!! Thanks for all that you do, and I’m thinking I should purchase your online paint/color video. I desperately need it :). Looking forward to your next post.
Thanks,
Paige Brasche
Bluffton, SC
Thank you so much, Paige!!! So happy to have you here – keep me updated on your daughter’s room 🙂
Hi Kristie, Can you please tell me the colour name and #? Looks gorgeous!