When decorating a room, an area rug can really be the piece that makes it all work. Area rugs add a certain cozy softness that elevates and adds luxury to your space. Not only that but rugs (even small ones) diffuse noise, protect your floors, keep your feet warm and make it comfortable to sit, walk or lie down (no judgments here) on the floor as well. The cost of rugs can vary wildly in price from under $100 to well into the thousands and beyond – it all depends on size, materials and overall construction.
These are the top-rated area rugs available in a multitude of sizes and that can fit into an array of budgets.
Affordable 9×12 Area Rug
StyleWell Contemporary Brooke Shag Rug
This 9- by 12-foot is power-loomed in Turkey and a plushy pick for contemporary home styles that compliments any room. It features a medium to thick pile height and is available in blue, gray and ivory colors.
Affordable 5×7 Area Rug
NuLoom Marley Cardinal Cartouche Rug
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With a traditional Oriental design, the 5- by 7-foot nuLOOM Marley rug is machine-made in Turkey and effortlessly blends into any style. The 0.28-inch pile makes it perfect for placing near doors regardless of the type of indoor room it goes in.
Affordable 8×10 Area Rug
Hand Braided Jute Rug
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The 8- by 10-foot jute rug that’s hand braided in India from natural jute and other cotton fibers and comes in nine pretty shades. Add this muted accent to any style for durable elegance beneath your feet. The Natural color is usually $538, but it’s on sale for 64% off right now.
Affordable 6×9 Area Rug
Bungalow Rose Llana Rug
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The 6- by 9-foot Llana rug by Bungalow Rose adds a soft color palette to any floor. Since it’s machine-made with synthetic fibers, you won’t have to worry about shedding or stains, and your high-traffic areas will remain unphased by kids, pets and guests.
Affordable 7×10 Area Rug
Well Woven Cenar Moroccan Rug
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The Well Woven Cenar Morroccan 7- by 10-foot area rug uses polyester and polyester blend fibers woven onto a jute (natural) back. The rug will take a few days to flatten out after unrolling. Drama is found in this design, with the low pile and high pile contrast offering a three-dimensional look.
Affordable 4×6 Area Rug
NuLOOM Handwoven Solid Elfriede Rug
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The nuLOOM Elfriede 4- by 6-foot area rug is hand woven in India from 60% jute and 40% cotton threads. The pile is low at 0.25 inches, which can help if your home has low-hung doors. Its sleek, trendy combination of colors and added texture will work well in French country-style homes. The price is pretty exceptional as well!
Affordable 5×8 Area Rug
JONATHAN Y Moroccan Diamond Rug
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The pet-friendly, stain-resistant Jonathan Y 5- to 8-foot area rug was power-loomed and is constructed from polypropylene fibers. The Moroccan style is inspired by vintage designs, featuring a trellis pattern and a low-pile silhouette. The palette is gray and ivory but is available in other colors, too.
Buying Guide for Area Rugs
Durability: Indoor vs. Outdoor
Determine whether you want a plush indoor-only rug or an outdoor rug that can handle more wear and tear and even offer UV protection from weathering.
Area Rug Sizes
Turn to style experts like HDTV or Domino for design advice on what size works with your room layout. We recommend getting a good tape measure and measuring the overall size of your room. Once you’ve figured that out, you can think about your furniture plan and then measure to see approximately what size and shape works.
Materials: Synthetic vs. Natural Fibers
Dive a little deeper into the retailer you are purchasing your rug from to offer you advice on how to select the right material. Wayfair has a great reference article.
Common natural materials found in rugs are cotton, wool and silk. Natural fibers tend to be more eco-friendly. Wool is the most durable, while cotton can wear down quickly in higher-traffic areas.
Common synthetic materials found in rugs are polyester, nylon and olefin. Most common, cheaper-priced carpets are synthetic. You can expect good stain resistance, and nylon, in particular, is very durable.
Construction
Most basic carpets are broken down into three categories: cut pile, looped pile and cut-loop pile. In general, anything made by hand (hand-knotted) will usually be good quality and more expensive. Hand-tufted rugs have a canvas backing and can be quite plush, and are a little less expensive. Power-loomed/machine-made carpets will be your least expensive option and often have latex backing.
Colors and Patterns
This is the fun part! While most people end up choosing a neutral-colored area rug for their home, the sky’s the limit with colors, textures and patterns.
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