Living Room Rugs

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A rug is one of the most important finishing touches in a living room. It anchors your sofa and chairs into a single seating area, adds colour, pattern and texture, and makes hard flooring feel warmer and more welcoming. In an open-plan space, a rug also helps to define the living area, and a deep-pile design can help to soften sound, making a larger room feel calmer. Because the living room is usually the busiest room in the house, it's worth choosing a rug that suits the way you live, whether that's a hard-wearing design for a busy family or a plush, cosy rug for relaxed evenings.

How to choose a living room rug

Start with size, as it makes the biggest difference to how a rug looks. A good rule is to choose one large enough for the front legs of your sofa and chairs to sit on, as this helps the whole seating area feel connected. As a guide, smaller rugs such as 120x170cm suit compact spaces or sit in front of a sofa, 160x230cm works well in many average-sized living rooms, and larger sizes up to 200x290cm are better for big or open-plan rooms. Leaving a small border of visible flooring around the edges also helps create a balanced look. Next, think about durability. Low-pile and flat-weave rugs are easier to vacuum and suit busy households, and many of our patterned designs are made from hard-wearing polypropylene with easy-clean yarns, while a deep shaggy pile gives a cosier feel and is best for quieter spaces. Pattern and colour matter too. Patterned rugs tend to hide everyday wear well, while a neutral rug gives you a calm base to layer cushions and throws on top. If you'd like to build a scheme around a colour, browse our grey rugs for a versatile neutral or our natural rugs for a warmer, softer look. To see everything in one place, visit our full range of rugs, explore plush shaggy rugs, or browse rectangular rugs for classic proportions. To finish the room, our cushions and throws & blankets are an easy way to pick up the colours in your rug.

Common questions shoppers ask:

• What size rug should I get for my living room? Choose a rug large enough for the front legs of your sofa and chairs to sit on. As a guide, 160x230cm suits many average living rooms, while 200x290cm works well in larger or open-plan spaces.
• Should a living room rug go under all the furniture? Not necessarily. Having at least the front legs of your sofa and chairs on the rug is usually enough to connect the seating area, with a small border of flooring visible around the edges.
• What is the best rug for a busy living room? Low-pile and flat-weave rugs are easy to vacuum, and patterned designs in hard-wearing polypropylene tend to hide everyday wear well. Check the product page for the pile and care details.
• What colour rug should I choose for a living room? Neutral shades such as grey, cream and natural tones give you a flexible base, while a bolder colour or pattern can make the rug the focal point of the room.
• Can I put a rug on top of carpet? Yes, many people layer a rug over carpet for extra style or warmth. A suitable rug underlay can help stop it from slipping or bunching.