If you know in advance that, say, a big rug will sit under the sofa and coffee table, or a runner will always be in the corridor, those spots will see less direct wear. Areas like the foyer, kitchen edge, and dining zone, on the other hand, will take full daily impact.
Planning rug placement lets you think: “Where do I need the toughest, stain-resistant surface, and where can I be a little more relaxed?” You might choose extra-durable tiles in the dining area and be free to pick something slightly more delicate or aesthetic elsewhere.
You’re not only decorating; you’re strategising how the floor will age.
