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Antique Letter Indoor/Outdoor Rug
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Perfect as an Indoor Rug
Redecorated a great room using parchment as an accent color. Went searching for drapes, accent pillows, and a large area rug with parchment-toned background and French script. Found the rug here at Ballard Designs, and it is exactly what I needed. It's perfect. I was concerned that as an "indoor/outdoor" rug it might not be suitable, but it is perfect. All who see it, love it, and you would never know it was designed for anything other than indoor use.
November 19, 2011
Poor color, Script not centered
The background color of the rug is not anything like the picture. Much darker. I ordered 2 small rugs. Besides the color being wrong the script is not centered on the rug. It appears the small rug was cut from the side of a larger piece of rug, making the script all towards one side of the rug. It looks ridiculous, no script on one side and and all the rest of the script on the other side. I assumed the smaller rug would be a smaller version of the larger rug, but all it actually is; is a piece of the larger rug cut out.
October 8, 2012
Not even remotely as show in photo
I ordered this rug in the smallest size. The photo does not even remotely represent what the product actually looks like in real life. The small rug appears to be just a piece of a larger one which means it has practically no pattern on it. And the color is a muddy yellow not the color you see in the photo. The monetary amount I paid for it was not worth the hassle of going through a return process especially during the busy holidays. It's a good thing it is also for outdoor use because you can bet this baby will be going outside on my deck and not anywhere inside. And while I am reviewing, the tiny little rug came in ridiculously large box. Way too much waste.
December 9, 2012
not what expected
the rug looks great in the catalog, HOWEVER
the color is completely different....it shows as light
beige (almost creme) w/grayish print AND
IT IS a YELLOWISH (heavy on the yellow) BEIGE with
BROWN writing.
You would do your customers a huge service to state the color is NOT what appears in the catalog and to also
tell exactly what the colors are
i chose not to send it back as the hassle involved was too
great
but, i would not order again from your catalog based on
this experience
July 8, 2012
Color not as pictured
If you are interested in this item I advise doing as I did and order the smallest size - this way you can determine if the background color is to your liking without spending a lot of money. The background is not as light as pictured in the catalog or on-line; it is the color of brown sugar or maple sugar. Also, what appears to be merely a subtle woven texture in the illustrations, is actually almost a polka dot pattern and is very dominant in the design.
September 5, 2012
Just what I was hoping for
This rug is fun! I ordered this for my family room, which is done in shades of gold, ivory, and blue, and it is just what the room needed to pull it together. The material is soft on the feet, and it is true to size. I got the 5x7, and have no problem with the enlargement of the writing - it looks good. I will say, as have others, that it is darker than pictured. It is more of a light tan color, and the writing a dark brown. I have had to clean up a cat mess on it, and it cleaned up just fine. I am so glad I bought this!
August 22, 2012
Love this unique find!
I absolutely love this rug! Yes it doesn't look exactly like the picture and it is more yellow than cream but it works perfectly with the warm colors in my dining room. It is so unique everyone always asks me where I got it because they have never seen something like it before. Very durable also... had a couple of spills on it and it came right up...you can't even tell where the spill occured! Definitely recommend!
December 3, 2012
Antique Letter Indoor out Outdoor Rug
My antique letter rug adds to the ambience of my calligraphy room. It's an eye catcher as you enter the room. Easy to too keep clean.
September 26, 2012
Best purchase ever
Well where do I begin, my husband and I put the rug down in my family room about an hour before everyone was coming to stay with us for Christmas. The one daughter has two Rottweilers and the other daughter has two yorkies and we have two dogs, So you can see where I'm going with this. The yard was all mud so that's the first thing that happened to the rug. It cleaned up beautifully with soap and water. Next day one of the Rottweilers vomited on the rug in two places, that also cleaned up well with soap and water. The rug is beautiful and the best purchase ever.
January 3, 2013
quality less than expected
I was a bit surprised by the quality of the print when I received this rug. I bought the largest size so perhaps the scale on it is the problem, but the pattern is very pixellated and looks kind of cheap. It is also a VERY thin rug and not particularly soft. From down the hall looking into the room the rug looks good though, it's only as you get closer that the weave looks grainy.
July 5, 2012
Exactly what I wanted
Love this rug! With two dogs & two cats the easy cleanup of an outdoor rug was necessary & I had been debating about this one for awhile. Shipping was very quick & rug looks almost exactly as advertised. Only flaw I could find was writing doesn't look as crisp up close, but the overall look is still great. It's soft underfoot, not soft plush but smooth & comfortable to walk on. Also has been unrolled for only a couple hours and almost flat. Will definitely be ordering from Ballard again!
September 10, 2012
Better than the picture...
Upon receiving this rug, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the colors are warmer than the picture depicts. To me the rug itself looks a little more cream colored with greyish, brown writing. In person, the rug is definitely more of a beige, granola color and the lettering is milk chocolate. To some that might be disappointing, but to me it was a welcome surprise. It was just "ok" before and now I absolutely love it. Fits my house perfectly as I love warm colors. I highly recommend it. The picture doesn't do it justice.
June 20, 2012
Not the color it seems!
I was not pleased with the background color of this rug. In in catalog it looks quite light on the background and the real rug is much, much darker. I did not return it as it was too much trouble, but wish I had not selected it.I love all the Ballard purchases I have made except for this one.
May 11, 2012
nice looking durable runner and front mat.
i purchased the runner and the small mat for my entrance way. both are very durable and nice looking, my husband who is somewhat a skeptic, really likes them which is a plus. however, the color is tan/caramel-like and has a warm undertone, not the beige cool color that the picture depicts, which another review mentioned so it was not a surprise, but know that it does look different. but i still love them and would buy them again! hope this helps!
September 5, 2012
Looks great, very practical
It looks great under my kitchen table. It cleans up easily, which is important when you have a teenager and a dog.
December 24, 2012
Antique Letter Rug is a Great Value for the Price
For under $100, I got the 5'x7' (rough size) and put it in the dining area under the table. It's a real brightener for the area and easy to spot clean by hand with soap and water. It took only 2-3 days to lay flat after being curled up in a tube. The weave is a little more obvious than the pictures show, but it's still a great value for the price.
July 23, 2012
Very practical and stylish
This is a nice solution for several outside entryways onto a large stone floor. The rugs are not too graphic, so they do not call too much attention to themselves, blend into the floor a bit, but have a witty style, and are flat (no tripping), easy to clean, soft on bare feet but durable--- a perfect solution. I have three the same size at three patio doorways into one Great Room. I am very happy with my considered choice of these.
August 15, 2012
Great rug!
This rug is not something you see every day. Definitely a conversation starter. After oohs and aahs follows the question: "Where did you get it?"
The rug is easy to clean. I had a little stain from moving furniture around. A little bit of Resolve - and the spot came right off with light rubbing.
Also, I love the fact that though this rug is unique in design, it is not "loud", the colors are subtle enough not to jump out at you.
October 6, 2012
Not Totally What I Expected, But Still Nice...
The concept of this rug is great. The antique lettering is beautiful. The background color is deeper than what my computer screen showed, but that is not my biggest concern. I read that there is pixelation in the text, but I didn't think it would be as great as it is. The lettering looks smooth in the picture, but it is actually not. This lends itself to making the rug look a little cheap. It was a great price, so I got over it relatively quickly, but you need to be aware that the text is heavily woven/pixelated. I'm using it in my dining room, so I was hoping for something that looks a little more formal than the pixelation makes the rug look. This rug matches my dining room better than any I've found, so I'm keeping it. ** I'm using this rug in conjunction with the Fresians print, and they look beautiful together, so if you're looking for a print to match...**
November 10, 2012
Love this Rug
I've been searching for a durable/neutral rug for a high traffic living room. I have 4 kids and a dog. This rug was everything I was looking for : Neutral, durable, and inexpensive, but a conversation piece and unique. I couldn't be more pleased with the texture. The quality and the fact that Ballard designs got the rug to me, even though they were back ordered until February. Just in time for Holiday parties : ) So excited. It looks great. I'm so pleased. We'll see how it holds up to my family, but right now it's the perfect addition to my living room.
November 21, 2011
Color hugely different
I selected the rug mostly based on the color appearing in catalogue and online. While i know there are shade differences to be expected, the rug's color is not parchment or OFF WHiTE, but light peachy-cream. I am Most disappointed and hesitant to order again. Thanks
October 5, 2012
Wonderful design, but poorly executed...
I was VERY unhappy with this product. The lettering was very faint, and seemed to blend in with the overall color of the background...I expected the lettering to be a lot bolder and to show much more contrast with the rug's background color.
September 9, 2012
adds a nice touch to any room
I love this rug. It adds a nice flair to any room. It's neutral in color yet adds a nice touch to any decor. Very pleased with the look and quality of this rug.
February 19, 2012
ABSOLUTELY Love it!
I love this rug. I got the chocolate color - it is perfect. It rolled up a little on the ends when I got it, as it comes rolled-up in the package. So I put a little masking tape down on the ends in a couple of spots to "train" it to stay down. It stays down now just great, and I put a rug pad underneath it for added comfort. It is under our kitchen table, which is in a high traffic area, including where dogs come in and out all day. It is holding up beautifully and NEVER looks dirty. I love it and have received tons of compliments.
February 27, 2013
Not anything like the photo
I ordered the small size and there was very little script printed on it. It also looked like plastic - cheap. I gave it away to a charity drive.
February 3, 2012
I love it!
When I ordered this rug I understood that the background color was darker than the picture. That was a good thing for me! I think the script looks fabulous! I don't have a problem with it at all. I used a hairdryer to make the ends lie flat which worked very well. I put a carpet pad underneath it and the top actually feels good to my feet. I put it under my formal dining room table. This stylish rug helped me to achieve the look that I was aiming for! I'm looking forward to the compliments from friends and family at Christmas! ;)
December 20, 2012
Great accent for my home office
This rug meets my needs and adds to the decor of my home office. My black lab lays by my desk most of the day when I'm working and it is easy to vaccum and wash when needed. The design is a great accent to my red and white decor. I am looking forward to it wearing well.
July 7, 2012
good for high traffic
I bought the runner for my hallway and it works as a great buffer between the backdoor traffic (dog, kids) and the living room. The rug is just slightly darker than the picture, but still neutral enough to go with anything. It took a few days to lay flat - I ended up putting heavy books on the ends for a few days and now it is laying pretty flat. I'm going to tape it down underneath with rug pad tape when I finish painting my hallway anyway. Very happy with this purchase. (Oh, and it cleans up easily when my dog tracks in mud.)
December 14, 2012
Good quality/Unique design
I purchased this indoor/outdoor rug for my front entryway. (I'm using it inside the front door, not outside.) The size is ideal because it fills the entire width of the doorway and a bit beyond, so it truly protects our hardwood floors and isn't bulky enough to get caught beneath the door. I also ordered the smallest size for an adjacent hallway. I was disappointed that they were both identical, but I like the design (even though I can't read the handwriting en francais very well!) Some purchasers complained about the rugs not flattening out since they arrive tightly rolled. I simply unrolled mine, placed them face down on our living room rug and piled some large coffee table books on top. By the next day, they were flattened and I haven't had any issues since.
April 19, 2012
Not what I expected
The texture of the product threw me off when looking at it. I should have realized that being an indoor/outdoor rug it would not have a nice, plush feel. It looks very plastic and has a strong odor. I am sure outside it would be fine but I was going to use it for the breakfast room. It was just not suitable for indoor.
I didn't return it b/c I would have to pay for shipping again so I am hoping to give it to someone who would like it.
I recommend that Ballard please emphasize the texture of the rug for future customers.
January 13, 2013
