the Rug Buying Guide
An essential design element, finding the perfect rug is easy when you keep these considerations in mind:
Size
A large rug can make any room feel bigger. See our guides below tofind the right size for your room.
Material
Consider materials that stand up to foot traffic (like natural fibers) and life’s little spills (like easy-care performance rugs).
Style
Choose a style that complements your decor—from timeless hand-knotted rugs to contemporary patterned designs.
Kitchen Rugs
Add a high-performance rug to your kitchen that reflects your taste and space. Natural fiber rugs withstand the wear-and-tear of foot traffic while easy-care styles deflect spills.
Expert Tip: Adding a cushioned comfort pad or runner in front of the sink protects floors from splashes and makes dish-doing more comfortable.
sizing + placement guide
Runners and small-scale rugs are ideal for the long, narrow spaces between countertops and islands. Choose the right size based on the dimensions of your floorspace.
Galley Kitchen
2.5' x 9'A standard runner is perfectly sized to complement long counters and galley kitchens.
Sink Space
2' x 3'Tight quarters? There’s always space fora small 2' x 3' rug just in front of the sink.
Between the Sink and the Island
2.5' x 9'Line up the edge of a runner with the end of your island to keep things symmetrical.
choose your material
Choose yarn-dyed wool for rich color and softness, high-performance synthetics for stain-resistance, or a viscose blend for luxe sheen.
These durable favorites areextra cozy and highly resilient.
Handcrafted and sustainably sourced, these neutral, natural classics ground any space.
Versatile, cozy, and modern, these high-quality rugs are easy styling pieces.
Made by hand, these one-of-a-kind styles are designed to last and love.
Hypoallergenic, family-friendly styles are perfect indoors and out.
Get the Layered Look
A designer secret for added color, texture, and personality—layering rugs helps you define asmaller corner of the room or show off a special rug too small for your space.
STEP1
Pick a large neutral flatweave, sisal, or jute rug as your base.
STEP2
Choose a smaller accent rug in a contrasting color, pile, or pattern to lay on top.
STEP3
Adjust the angle of the top rug to reveal 1'-3' of the bottom rug beneath it.
