Living Rooms Rugs: Your Complete Guide
Living room rugs are an essential finishing touch for home interiors.
Aside from posing as a fabulous statement, rugs serve many additional functions. They act as a soft base that effectively covers bare flooring, they anchor surrounding furniture to create a cohesive space, they define certain zones within your lounge, and they offer an extra layer of insulation.
Whether you're looking for a stain-resistant rug that will withstand your youngsters and pets, an eye-catching focal point with botanical motifs, or a traditional hand-loomed piece to match your vintage interior, living room rugs come in endless shapes, styles, and sizes, so you'll easily find the perfect piece for your living room.
If you're looking for the perfect rug for your living room, this complete guide has everything you need to choose the perfect piece!
Discover the different types of living room rugs you can get, check out our rug size/shape guide, and explore interior designer-approved styling tips in our complete guide.
Types of Living Room Rugs
Living room rugs come in a range of styles that offer their own unique benefits and characteristics. If you're not sure what rug to choose for your living room, here are the most common rug types to guide your search:
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Hand-Knotted Rugs: Hand-knotted rugs are crafted by skilled artisans. They are created by individually hand-tied knots, which offer a range of intricate designs and unique textures. They are also incredibly durable and often last for many generations.
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Tufted Rug: Tufted rugs are made with a tufting gun that punches strands of yarn into a canvas. They come in a huge range of artistic designs, making them great for those after contemporary statement rugs.
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Power Loomed Rug: Power loomed rugs are made with automatic loom machines that quickly create uniform patterns, making them a brilliant option for anyone seeking an understated, simplistic rug. Power-loom rugs are also much more affordable than other types, making them a great choice if you're on a budget.
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Flatweave Rug: Often crafted from thin, natural fibers, such as jute and cotton, flatweave rugs are exceptionally lightweight and breathable rugs that are easy to clean. This makes them perfect for busy homes with youngsters and pets. They are also a great fit for homes in warmer climates because they offer minimal insulation.
What Size and Shape Living Room Rug To Choose?
From oversized area rugs to petite accent rugs, living room rugs come in loads of shapes and sizes. Find the perfect fit for your home below:
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Area Rug: Area rugs are supersized rugs that start at about 5' x 8'. They can either be square or rectangular. If you want to cover the bare floor in your living space, be it your living room or dining room interior, an area rug will do the trick!
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Runner Rug: Runner rugs are thin, long rugs that generally span from 2' x 8' to 3' x 10'. They are perfect for narrow living rooms and hallways. You can also use them to define the side of your sofa.
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Accent Rug: Accent rugs can be circular, square, and rectangular. They usually start at around 3' x 5', making them a perfect fit for smaller living room spaces. You can use accent rugs to anchor furniture, like coffee tables and accent chairs.
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Hearth Rug: Hearth rugs are usually semi-circular rugs that come up to around 2' x 4' in size. They are a wonderful accent that sits just in front of a fireplace, creating an extra cozy layer for your home.
How To Style Your Living Room Rug: 6 Interior Designer Approved Tips
A rug is a powerful accent that can transform your living room into a cozy, sophisticated, and welcoming space. Here are 6 interior approved styling tips that will ensure you get the most out of your new rug:
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Define Your Space: Rugs can be used to define specific zones within your lounge space. For instance, you can create a cozy reading nook by anchoring your bookshelf and reading chair with a corner accent rug or separate your open-plan home by adding a large area rug to your lounge space.
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Make a Statement: Rugs are a brilliant way to add character and charm to your living room. Consider choosing a statement rug with bold colors, unique patterns, and texture to make your lounge more visually dynamic and unique.
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Harmonize With Your Color Scheme: A rug can be the key to anchoring your living room and fostering a harmonious space. If you want to achieve a more coordinated look, tie your lounge together by opting for a rug that matches the color palette of your living room.
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Frame your Coffee Table: A coffee table can often look lonesome without a rug. Adding an accent rug beneath your coffee table won't just complement your coffee table, but it will tie your interior together and elevate your home's aesthetic appeal.
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Keep It In Place: Rugs are susceptible to slipping and moving, which not only makes your home look messy but also poses a trip hazard, especially in high-traffic areas. Place a rug pad underneath to ensure your area rug stays put.
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Layer Up: If you want to create an extra cozy, maximalist look, mix and match a couple of rugs. This will add a few extra layers of depth and texture to your home while letting you achieve a personalized interior that's full of character.
Stylish Living Room Rug Ideas: Our Top Picks
Viesso proudly stocks luxury designer rugs that cater to every home interior, be it eclectic, retro, contemporary, or mid-century modern. Here are our favorite rugs available to order today:
Patch Hand Tufted Rug by Ligne Pure
The Patch Hand Tufted Rug is happiness in a rug! This eye-catching, handmade statement rug boasts a bright and playful composition of colors which will instantly enliven your interior and infuse newfound character and charm into your home.
Beyond its fabulous looks, this unique rug also offers a bunch of benefits, thanks to its natural wool composure, including fire-resistance, self-cleaning properties, and durability, making the Patch Rug a well worth it investment.
SVEA Black Metallic & Black Rug by Viesso
The SVEA Black Metallic and Black Rug is our very own creation. It offers an alluring black color with a metallic twinkle that's perfect for moody interior aesthetics. Its premium-grade, durable construction makes it perfect for both indoor and outdoor lounge settings.
Desert Hand Woven Rug by Ligne Pure
The Desert Hand Woven Rug delivers a warm, pastel color composure that's reminiscent of a rich desert sunset. It's the perfect piece for anyone with a bohemian interior who is seeking a subtle hing of color and warmth.
The Desert Rug is masterfully handcrafted with a balanced blend of premium wool and viscose, which delivers a dense feel and attractive shine.
Mini Basketweave Round Large Rug by Chilewich
The Mini Basketweave Round Large Rug offers a low-profile composure with minimalist texture, making it the perfect rug for anyone after a subtly uplifting accent. Its circular shape is ideal for anchoring singular pieces of furniture, such as round coffee tables or accent chairs.
This charming rug is available in a huge selection of rustic colors, including Dill, Linen, and Cinnamon, and more, so you can add it to any color scheme.
Discover Designer Living Room Rugs At Viesso
Viesso has a gorgeous line-up of interior lounge rugs designed for every interior style. Whether you're after a mid-century modern statement, a retro accent, or a boho-chic vibe, we've got a rug suited to every home.
Each rug serves as a testament to luxury craftship, boasting premium fabrics, sumptuous softness, and intricate composures.
Discover the perfect Area Rug edition for your home at Viesso!