There are many area rug styles which have something unique to offer that will enhance your home decor. Adding a stylish area rug to your home with a finished look on top of wall-to-wall carpeting, wood or tile flooring will protect your floors.

Check out this list of the most popular area rug styles to help take your home decor to the next level.

Bohemian

If you want whimsical and stylish patterns, Bohemian rugs are a great choice. They feature vibrant color palettes, bold designs, distressed patterns, flat woven techniques, and natural fiber constructions.

Contemporary Rugs

Contemporary design style takes on a softer appearance than the stark lines of modern design. The popular contemporary patterns include trellis, chevron, abstract, and graphic prints.

Mid-Century

Mid-Century Modern rugs are eye-catching, bold, and bright. They are designed to stand out. These low-pile rugs boast saturated hues and abstract or geometric patterns.

Modern

Are you looking for a great neutral design element to center a living space? Select a modern area rug with a low-pile hook-and-loop or cut-loop rugs in neutral hues and with solid or very subtle patterns. Instead of overpowering, let the rug complement your furniture and décor.

Moroccan

Are you interested in a distinct and recognizable area rug? Select a rug that features the zigzag or crisscross or pattern of traditional Moroccan rugs.

Shag Rugs

Shag area rugs come in a vast range of materials, colors, and designs that can add texture and upscaled sophistication to any space. Shag rugs are soft, plush, and luxurious to the touch.

Southwest Rugs

Southwestern area rugs are used in rustic and boho chic design. By bringing in bright neon hues and jewel tones, it modernizes contemporary interiors. Heavy geometrics and vibrant earth-tone hues and used in southwestern designs.

Traditional Rugs

Traditional area rugs are a popular decor staple in many American homes which include intricate Persian motifs such as vines, flowers, and scrollwork. Traditional rugs typically have inner borders filled with intricate patterns, making them great for defining and centering spaces like dining and living rooms.

Transitional

The transitional style is a cross between traditional and contemporary design. Transitional rugs are sophisticated with muted color palettes.

Vintage Rugs

Vintage area rugs are trending and extremely popular. If you’re looking to splurge on a truly vintage carpet, be prepared to spend upwards of a couple thousand dollars.

Materials

One of the most essential factors in selecting an ideal area rug is the rug’s material which affects the feel, durability, and function. There are two choices: natural fiber or synthetic fiber.

Natural Fiber rugs

Handmade rugs use natural fibers, such as wool, cotton, or silk. Natural fibers last longer and release no harmful gasses into the environment over time. They can be hand-knotted, hand-tufted, or flat-woven with these fibers:

  • Wool
  • Cotton
  • Jute and sisal
  • Silk and viscose

Synthetic fiber rugs

Synthetic rugs are typically machine-made and woven on a power loom.

You can customize the size, colors, patterns, etc. with machine-made rugs with these fibers:

  • Nylon
  • Olefin
  • Polyester

It is also highly recommended to bring in a rug cleaning specialist to clean your area rugs.

Give Auburn Carpet Specialists a call at 770-867-7541 to inspect and clean your carpeting.

Auburn Carpet Specialists are the area’s premier carpet cleaning service company, family owned and operated, that has earned a solid reputation for premium quality service and customer satisfaction. With more than 20 years of experience, we can truly call ourselves ‘Auburn Carpet Specialists’. We are located in Auburn, Georgia. Contact us today for a FREE Inspection and Estimate or call at 770-867-7541.