Add Dimension With Area Rugs
Area Rugs Pull a Room Together
Area rugs bring color, pattern, texture, and personality to virtually any room. They can be placed over hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate, luxury vinyl, and other flooring styles to define a space or create a finished look. From living rooms and bedrooms to offices, dining areas, entryways, and commercial spaces, area rugs offer an easy way to change the look of a room without changing the flooring underneath.
At National Carpet and Flooring, we offer a variety of area rugs in different sizes, colors, patterns, textures, and styles. Whether you’re looking to define a seating area, add a layer to an existing floor, protect a high-use area, or bring a seasonal touch to your space, the right rug can work with the flooring you already have.
Find the Right Rug for Your Space
Area rugs can serve many different purposes throughout a home or business. Their size, shape, color, pattern, and texture can help define a space while complementing the flooring already in place. From a large rug that anchors a living room to a smaller runner that adds detail to a hallway, different styles can work in different areas.
Choose from traditional patterns, modern designs, subtle neutrals, bold colors, textured styles, and more. Round, rectangular, runner, and other rug shapes can also help fit the proportions of a particular space. Area rugs can be placed over hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate, luxury vinyl, and other flooring styles.
Where Can You Use Area Rugs?
- Living Rooms – Define seating areas and bring the furniture together.
- Bedrooms – Add a soft layer around beds or create a defined area.
- Dining Rooms – Place a rug beneath the table to frame the dining space.
- Entryways & Hallways – Create a finished look in areas that welcome guests.
- Home Offices – Add color and definition beneath desks and seating areas.
- Businesses – Use rugs in offices, waiting areas, retail spaces, and other commercial settings.
- Layered Over Flooring – Place area rugs over hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate, or luxury vinyl.
- Seasonal Changes – Switch rugs throughout the year to refresh the look and feel of a room.
Whether you’re looking for a large statement rug, a classic area rug, a decorative accent, or a practical runner, there’s a style and size to complement almost any space. Rugs can also be moved from room to room or changed with the seasons, making them a flexible part of your overall interior design.
Turn Carpet Into a Custom Area Rug
Sometimes the perfect rug is already on the floor. With our custom carpet binding services, you can choose a carpet you love and have it cut to the size and shape you need. The edges can then be professionally bound to create a finished custom area rug that coordinates with the carpet, flooring, and overall style of your home.
Custom rugs are a great option when you want a specific size, shape, color, pattern, or texture that isn’t available in a ready-made rug. Create a matching rug from the same carpet used elsewhere in your home, or choose a different carpet to add contrast and definition to a room. From small accent rugs to larger pieces, custom sizing gives you more ways to make your space your own.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rugs
Can I put an area rug over carpet?
Yes. Area rugs can be layered over carpet to define a seating area, add color or pattern, or create a different look without replacing the carpet underneath.
How do I choose the right size area rug?
Start by measuring the space and considering how you want the rug to interact with your furniture. A larger rug can anchor an entire seating area, while a smaller rug can highlight a specific piece or section of the room.
What type of rug works best for a living room?
The best rug depends on the size of the room, furniture arrangement, and overall style. Larger rugs often work well beneath sofas and chairs, while patterns and textures can add another layer of design.
Can I use an area rug in a dining room?
Yes. A properly sized rug can sit beneath a dining table and chairs to help define the dining area. Consider a size that allows chairs to remain on the rug when pulled away from the table.
Are area rugs available in custom sizes?
Yes. Carpet can be cut to a custom size and professionally bound to create a finished area rug. This makes it possible to create a rug that coordinates with your existing carpet or flooring.
What is the difference between an area rug and a runner?
An area rug is typically designed to cover a larger, defined section of a room. A runner is a long, narrow rug that works especially well in hallways, entryways, kitchens, and other narrow spaces.
How do I keep an area rug from moving?
A properly sized rug pad can help keep an area rug in place while also providing additional cushioning between the rug and the floor. The appropriate pad depends on the type of rug and flooring underneath.
Can an area rug match the carpet in my home?
Yes. A custom rug can be made from the same carpet used elsewhere in your home. The carpet can be cut to the desired dimensions and bound around the edges for a coordinated look.