How to Choose a Rug Style

The right rug can transform a space and set the foundation for your furniture and decor. Use our tips and design ideas to find the perfect rugs for your home.

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Elements to consider when choosing the right rug for your space:

Color
Color can set the mood. Neutral and monochromatic colors create calm, while bold colors add warmth or brighten up your space.
Pattern
When you’re designing your space, a patterned rug can add dimension and richness to a room and can also inspire your upholstery color choices.
Texture
Add interest by mixing in different textural elements. Try pairing a soft, nubby fabric with a smooth, hand-knotted, tight pile rug.
Pile
Rug pile refers to the density of weave and can vary by flat or short height to long and luxurious. A short pile is great for high traffic areas, while longer piles are perfect for a living room or bedroom.

Elements to consider when choosing the right rug for your space:

Color

Color can set the mood. Neutral and monochromatic colors create calm, while bold colors add warmth or brighten up your space.

Pattern

When you’re designing your space, a patterned rug can add dimension and richness to a room and can also inspire your upholstery color choices.

Texture

Add interest by mixing in different textural elements. Try pairing a soft, nubby fabric with a smooth, hand-knotted, tight pile rug.

Pile

Rug pile refers to the density of weave and can vary by flat or short height to long and luxurious. A short pile is great for high traffic areas, while longer piles are perfect for a living room or bedroom.

Need help choosing a rug size? Check out our rug size guide.

Statement Pattern

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How to Get the Look

Choose a bold pattern to take center stage in your room
Balance a rug with a large-scale pattern with upholstery that is solid, textured or has a small pattern
If your room has several patterns, use a unifying color to bring cohesion to the space

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Design Tip:
Create cohesiveness from room to room by pairing a patterned rug with a solid rug – consider picking up a color from the patterned rug as the color of your solid.

Modern Monochromatic

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How to Get the Look

Use varying tones and shades of the same color to create a simple and visually cohesive space
Choose colors or neutrals to easily achieve this harmonious look
To keep the space from looking flat, use different textures and materials throughout the room to create contrast

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Design Tip:
Pull colors from a rug or artwork you love to create your color story.

Layered Textures

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How to Get the Look

Layer in different textures to create comfort and depth in a space
Consider flooring, walls, and accent pieces to also create textural elements in the room
Use a range of textures to give spatial definition and contrast: pair a smooth leather sofa with a shag rug or a nubby fabric covered sofa with a tightly woven rug

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Design tip:
Complete your room with accessories like throws, pillows and table lamps that tie back to your rug.

Sophisticated Neutrals

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How to Get the Look

Opt for neutral rugs with colors like ivory, grey, camel and taupe to create a timeless and restorative space
Consider texture, pattern, and varied tones in those same colors to add dimension and contrast
Accents with natural woods, steel and stone complement these spaces

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Pop of Color

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How to Get the Look

Make your rug the main feature with a bold statement color
Add warmth to a room with colors like terracotta, saffron and cognac or calmness with cool colors like blue or green
Use this same color in accessories like art and pillows to tie the room together

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