The most common types of rugs are made either from wool or from synthetic fibers.

Both types of rugs share significant similarities. Both synthetic fiber rugs and wool rugs are resilient, abrasion resistant, and stain resistant, essentially indicating that both types of rugs hold up well under wear and tear. Learn more about "how to shop and use area rugs in my home".

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Wool rugs fall short in some areas where synthetic rugs hold fast: Synthetic rugs are also resistant to sunlight and resistant to mildew making them the better choice where there is potential for environmental elements.

Still, despite these moderate shortcomings, many people choose wool rugs because of the texture. While synthetic fibers can be quite coarse to the touch, wool rugs are always warm and soft. The only downside to wool rugs is that they require a bit more attention and care.  See this video on area rugs basics-cleaning and care.