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New & Noteworthy | Finishing Touches – Rugs RUGS What’s on the floor is more than just a covering for hardwood or tile — it’s also an opportunity to help your customers create their stories. Both art form and function, rugs can be nearly invisible or dramatically eye-catching statements, whatever the wishes of the homeowner. Interesting facts: (Consumer Buying Behavior, Furniture Today|Home Accents Today) • Rug sales topped $5.5 billion in 2018 • Color and design are the most important attributes for 76% of consumers; price is next at 47% • 68% of consumers prefer a rectangular shape; 12% square; 12% runner; and 9% oval • 29% of consumers prefer abstract; 28% oriental/Persian; 16% floral or botanical; 15% solid, 9% geometric 1. Jaipur Living 2. Exquisite Rugs 3. Nourison 4. Company C 5. Momeni 5. 56 High Point Market www.highpointmarket.org