Indoor area rugs in 5x7, 8x10 and runner sizes.
Area rug fiber type, pile height and construction determine durability, feel underfoot and cleaning ease. A polypropylene rug resists staining and moisture better than a wool rug and can be cleaned with a garden hose, but has a stiffer feel underfoot. A wool rug compresses under foot traffic more slowly than polypropylene but requires dry cleaning or careful hand washing. Low-pile rugs under 0.25 inches are easier to vacuum than high-pile shag rugs. This section covers area rugs by fiber type, pile height, size and backing construction.
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An 8x10 area rug is the most common size for standard living rooms, dining rooms and master bedrooms, providing enough coverage to anchor a sofa and two chairs seating arrangement or a queen or king bed with nightstands on both sides.
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An abstract area rug uses non-representational patterns such as organic shapes, geometric forms or freehand brushstroke-inspired designs to add visual interest to a floor without depicting a specific object or pattern. Abstract rugs suit modern, contemporary and eclectic rooms where a bold floor statement is desired.
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A living room area rug defines the seating zone, connects furniture pieces into a cohesive group and adds warmth and visual interest to hard floor surfaces. Choosing the right living room rug involves matching size to sofa length, selecting a pattern that coordinates with existing furniture and picking a construction that handles daily household use.
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An area rug defines a seating or dining zone in an open room, adds warmth and cushioning underfoot and provides a visual anchor for furniture groupings. Area rugs range from compact 5x7 designs for small rooms to large 10x14 floor coverings for expansive living rooms.
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A large area rug in a 10x14 or 9x12 size suits open-concept living rooms, great rooms and multi-use spaces where a standard 8x10 rug would be undersized relative to the furniture footprint and the room's scale. Large rugs anchor oversized sectional sofas and anchor a dining table for eight or more.
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A washable area rug is made with synthetic fibers and a backing that tolerates machine washing, allowing stains, pet hair and dirt to be removed at home without professional rug cleaning. Washable rugs suit households with children, pets and high-traffic living rooms.
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