302. The Curtains, Sofas, &c.
The curtains, sofas, &c., must be of corresponding colours, that the effect of the whole may be satisfactory to the eye.
303. Colours of Carpets.
Carpets of many gaudy colours are much less in demand than formerly. Two or three colours only, with the dark and light shades of each, make a very handsome carpet.
304. Hearth-Rug
If you cannot obtain a Hearth-rug that exactly corresponds with the carpet, get one entirely different; for a decided contrast looks better than a bad match. The hearth-rug, however, should reflect the colour or colours of the carpet if possible.
305. Sheepskin Rugs