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When it comes to placing an area rug in our home, we only have one rule: Make sure it completely covers the mustard stain on the floor underneath.

The experts at Modern Rugs might beg to differ, though.

According to Modern Rugs, floor coverings are good for more than just covering our unsightly mustard stains. When properly placed, rugs have the ability to make a room feel bigger, warmer, or more inviting. And depending on which type of fabric the rug is made from, the experts say a mustard stain might even scrub right out!

Keep reading for a few key pointers from the people at Modern Rugs — especially if you have the same mustard-related problems as we do: