The Right Rug Material for Each Room

A rug and a room should be in collaboration, each one enhancing the other. An entryway rug is an invitation that serves as a functional piece and a stylish statement. A bedroom is transformed into a haven with the right rug. Below are our suggestions for the best rug material for each room of the house.

Living Room

The living room is the hearth of the contemporary home, a gathering place for friends and family, a room where we relax and socialize. Such an important space requires a flooring material that enhances your design style and meets the practical needs of everyday life. Natural fibers like wool or sisal are time-honored choices for any interior design style, and our SynSisal®, with its softness and stain-resistance, is an elegant and smart choice.

We Recommend: Wool, Sisal, Jute, Wool & Sisal Blends, SynSisal®, Seagrass, Poly Silk, Abaca

Dining Room

A flat weave rug from our SynSisal® or polypropylene collections brings graceful styling and ease of cleaning to a much loved space. A low-profile, tightly woven wool or a stain-resistant sisal are great choices too. For unbeatable cleanability, a sleek woven vinyl is a shoo-in.

We Recommend: SynSisal®, Polypropylene, Wool, Stain-Resistant Sisal, PET, Poly Silk, Woven Vinyl

Bedroom

A haven of rest deserves soothing, beautiful furnishings. A cozy wool rug is a fantastic choice for bedrooms because it insulates for warmth and for sound, plus feels great under bare feet. Choose softer fibers in calming colorways to reinforce relaxation.

We Recommend: Wool, SynSisal®, Poly Silk, Jute, Abaca, Seagrass, Wool-Sisal Blends

Kitchen

Often the busiest room in the house, a kitchen needs hard-working materials that are easy to clean and comfortable to stand on. A recycled PET rug from Spain’s Rols hits the mark with its colorful options, soft fibers and sustainability story. Or check out polypropylene or woven vinyl rugs that range from colorful and dynamic to neutral and subdued. With extra cushioning built-in or rug padding added, these materials will keep you and your floors happy. Perfect for laundry rooms and bathrooms too.

We Recommend: Polypropylene, Woven Vinyl, PET

Sunroom or Covered Patio

Ward off fading from UV rays with a rug made from UV-stabilized materials like poly silk, polypropylene and woven vinyl. Nonabsorbent fibers mean easy clean-up of liquid spills and an array of styles makes decorating a breeze.

We Recommend: Poly Silk, Polypropylene, Woven Vinyl, PET

Entryway

First impressions are important. Make a stylistic as well as sensible choice in the entry way with a custom area rug crafted from the Terasa collection, an indoor-outdoor polypropylene with contract grade ratings. Synthetic sisals or stain-resistant sisals are durable choices for an earthy, texture-rich entry way rug.

We Recommend: Synthetic Sisal, Woven Vinyl, Polypropylene, PET, Stain-Resistant Sisal, Coir, Seagrass

Stairway

Stair runners take a beating while cushioning feet and absorbing sound. You don’t have to choose functionality over style with our options—natural fibers like wool, coir and seagrass make handsome runners while our SynSisal® or polypropylene bring beauty as well as stain-resistance.

We Recommend: Wool, Coir, Seagrass, Wool & Sisal Blends, Polypropylene, SynSisal®

Hallway

A hallway runner is a wonderful way to add a pop of color or design to an often overlooked space. Look for resilient, non-slip fibers and have fun with the design. A runner can elongate a hall, complement adjoining color schemes, add visual interest or ease the transition from one distinct room to another.

We Recommend: Sisal, Seagrass, Coir, Wool, SynSisal®, Wool & Sisal Blends, Polypropylene, Woven Vinyl

Office

Inspiration and productivity go hand in hand, so why not make your office an impactful space with the right rug? SynSisal® is a sophisticated, durable addition to home offices and corporate headquarters. Wool blends and synthetic sisals open the door to exciting patterns and colorways to liven up your office. Natural fibers like jute and seagrass display an organic feel in favorite neutrals and our EarthSISAL™ is 100% chemical free so you can breathe easy.

We Recommend: SynSisal®, Wool, Sisal, Seagrass, Jute, Polypropylene, Poly Silk

Outdoor Spaces

Create synergy in outdoor gathering spaces with a custom outdoor rug that complements your design and cradles your sun-drenched, sandy feet. And it has to be easy to clean and UV-resistant. A polypropylene rug from the Terasa collection has all the credentials and brings the sisal-look to outdoor spaces.

We Recommend: Woven Vinyl, PET, Polypropylene (note: not all polypropylenes are OK for outdoor use, please check specifications)

Create an unforgettable outdoor gathering space with the right outdoor area rug and comfortable yet stylish furniture. Perfect it with a patio umbrella and a fire pit and the great outdoors are yours to enjoy all year long.

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