Best Area Rugs

Having a nice rug can set your room up perfectly. We've hunted down the best rugs around, just for you.

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We all love hardwood floors, but they can be a little cold and uninviting. A lovely large rug solves that problem, especially in the area around you seating where having a rug feels good on your toes. We've spent hours scrunching our tootsies in rugs to bring you the best rugs around. It was a hard job, but someone had to it!

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Moroccan Blythe Area Rug

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Faded vintage

The vintage look is back with a vengeance, but finding a faded look that doesn't actually fade anymore can be tricky. This beautiful rug from nuLOOM can stand the test of time against dogs, kids, and grown-ups and still look fashionably worn, not old and gross. It also adds a lightness to darker rooms, creating the feeling of more space.

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Bohemian Chic Vintage Distressed Area Rug

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Boho-chic

Keeping with the vintage style but adding a nice splash of color, this bohemian style rug adds a classic air to any room. It's low profile too, so it will fit nicely near doorways without catching. Match it with some faded gold cushions for your couch, and you are good to go!

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Faux-Chinchilla Area Rug

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Perfect grip

Vintage rugs are lovely, but so is having a deep carpet you can sink your feet into to keep them toasty warm. This deep shag rug not only feels terrific, it's built to be as non-slip as possible. If you have wild kids or dogs running around the house, you'll know; grippy rugs save lives.

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Grey and Ivory Moroccan Ogee Plush Area Rug

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Neutral greys

Having a deep rug often means having no pattern. This beautifully floofy rug has a scallop pattern that adds a touch of class. The greys are neutral, too, fitting in comfortably to almost any room.

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Splash Odette Contemporary Abstract Area Rug

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Swirly twirly

Simplicity can be the way to go with rugs if you don't want them to detract from the other decor. This deep pile rug from Home Dynamix has a simple swooping pattern that, if placed correctly, can bring focus to a chair or other furniture in your room.

Snuggle up with a good rug

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A good rug can make or break the look of a room, so it's essential to choose the right one. I love the Moroccan Blythe Area Rug by nuLOOM because it fits the farmhouse style that I have throughout the house. It's chic but has that faded look you need in a rustic feeling home. Or you can go deep with the Safevieh Moroccan Ogee Plush. It's great for getting your toes in, and your pets will love the warmth.

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