Area Rugs


A rug is a textile floor covering typically consisting of an upper layer of pile attached to a backing. The pile was traditionally made from wool, but, since the 20th century, synthetic fibers such as polypropylene, nylon or polyester are often used, as these fibers are less expensive than wool. The pile usually consists of twisted tufts which are typically heat-treated to maintain their structure. The term "rug" is often used interchangeably with the term "carpet", although the term "carpet" can be applied to a floor covering that covers an entire house, whereas a "rug" is generally no bigger than a single room, and traditionally does not even span from one wall to another, and is typically not even attached as part of the floor.

Area Rugs can be produced on a loom quite similar to woven fabric, made using needle felts, knotted by hand (in oriental rugs), made with their pile injected into a backing material (called tufting), flatwoven, made by hooking wool or cotton through the meshes of a sturdy fabric or embroidered. Carpet is commonly made in widths of 12 feet (3.7 m) and 15 feet (4.6 m) in the USA, 4 m and 5 m in Europe. Since the 20th century, where necessary for wall-to-wall carpet, different widths of carpet can be seamed together with a seaming iron and seam tape (formerly it was sewn together) and fixed to a floor over a cushioned underlay (pad) using nails, tack strips (known in the UK as gripper rods), adhesives, or occasionally decorative metal stair rods. Wall-to-wall carpet is distinguished from rugs or mats, which are loose-laid floor coverings, as wall-to-wall carpet is fixed to the floor and covers a much larger area.


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Modern / Contemporary Rugs

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Modern / Contemporary Rugs

Today, hand or machine made pile rugs in graphic, contemporary designs are produced. Although those by 'name' designers and one-offs commissioned for hand-weavers are obviously expensive, cheaper massed produced versions can be very reasonable.

See our collection modern / contemporary rugs brands like Kathy Ireland™ Rugs, Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Masland Rugs, Mohawk Area Rugs, Couristan Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of modern / contemporary rugs brands!

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Natural Fiber Rugs

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Natural Fiber Rugs

Discover our range of natural fiber rugs, offering stylish and sustainable flooring solutions. Perfect for a chic and eco-friendly home.

See our collection natural fiber rugs brands like Couristan Rugs, Godfrey Hirst Carpets, Momeni Rugs, Fibreworks® Rugs, Surya Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of natural fiber rugs brands!

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Custom Rugs

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Custom Rugs

Custom rugs are becoming increasingly popular. Usually, a high quality velvet pile carpeting is cut in various shapes and forms and pieced together to form an overall design. Use any variety of colors or pattern to mix or match with your room's theme.

See our collection custom rugs brands like Masland Rugs, Fabrica Rugs, Anderson-Tuftex Rugs, Kalaty Rug, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of custom rugs brands!

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Rug Runners

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Rug Runners

Explore our extensive collection of Rug Runners! Perfect for hallways and narrow spaces, these beautiful, durable rugs add elegance and warmth to any room. Shop now to find the perfect design to fit your home's unique style!

See our collection rug runners brands like Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Couristan Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Stanton Rugs, Momeni Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of rug runners brands!

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Hand-Made Rugs

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Hand-Made Rugs

Knotting by hand is most prevalent in oriental rugs and carpets. Kashmir carpets are also hand-knotted. Pile carpets, like flat carpets, can be woven on a loom.

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Traditional Rugs

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Traditional Rugs

Explore our vast collection of Traditional Area Rugs, perfect for adding elegance to any room. With intricate designs and quality craftsmanship, find the perfect rug to complement your home's decor.

See our collection traditional rugs brands like Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Masland Rugs, Mohawk Area Rugs, Couristan Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of traditional rugs brands!

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Transitional Rugs

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Transitional Rugs

Explore our collection of Transitional Area Rugs, perfect for blending classic and contemporary styles. Browse unique designs that add elegance and warmth to any room. Shop now and elevate your living space with a timeless yet modern touch.

See our collection transitional rugs brands like Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Mohawk Area Rugs, Couristan Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Capel Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of transitional rugs brands!

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Antique Rugs (Genuine)

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Antique Rugs (Genuine)

Antique rugs are worth considering and are available in many beautiful designs and styles for you to look at. Within this section we focus on two of the most popular types of antique rug: the Aubusson rugs and the Persian rugs.

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Casual Rugs

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Casual Rugs

Casual area rugs are meant to be casual and are easily incorporated into your decor. Casual area rugs make great rugs for living rooms of all types, and can be used as rugs for bedrooms to add a touch of comfort.

See our collection casual rugs brands like Mohawk Area Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Capel Rugs, Safavieh Rugs, United Weavers , and more... Click below to see our whole selection of casual rugs brands!

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Kathy Ireland™ Rugs
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Kathy Ireland™ Rugs

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Kathy Ireland's rugs are beautiful, durable, machine-crafted of plush 100% polypropylene in a Wilton woven construction inspired by her travels all over the world.Learn More


Nourison Area Rug
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Nourison Area Rug

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Nourison offers a comprehensive range of area rugs in every imaginable style, color, pattern and construction. Choose from traditional, transitional, or contemporary styles in designs that match any decorating preference.Learn More


Masland Area Rugs
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Masland Area Rugs

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We have covered all the bases with the standard collection of rugs: Traditional, Transitional, Organic, Whimsical and Textural. Each pattern comes in a variety of colors that are extremely versatile in the home today. Learn More


Mohawk Area Rugs
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Mohawk Area Rugs

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A multicolored medley of whimsical critters meet in the playful design of Mohawk. Saturated shades of tan, blue, green, brown, red, orange, cream and purple combine in this contemporary and colorful kid friendly style.Learn More


Couristan Area Rugs
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Couristan Area Rugs

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Couristan area rugs are a superb way to make a grandiose impression on any room. The warm, snug colors showcased on each design transform any room-setting of your home into a truly inviting environment. Each piece ensures quality, durability and lasting beauty.Learn More