Rugs UK 2023: best stylish large rugs for your living room
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A cannily chosen rug can add depth, texture, a splash of colour to a room. Pick the right one, and your room will be more comfortable, look more spacious - not to mention your colour scheme look well curated, rather than accidental.
Our top tip would be to chose something bold and beautiful for your living room, while rugs for throughout the house should tend towards neutral colours and texture.
What should you look for when buying a rug?
The colour of your rug needs to tie into the colour scheme of your room - which means it’s either within the same range, or designed to offer a stunning contrast. Don’t just pay attention to the colour of your walls, though: consider the curtains and furniture too, as you’ll want a rug that doesn’t clash with them.
Material wise, it’s very much down to personal preference and budget.
Wool is a popular option for being long-lasting, attractive, warm and comfortable.
Cotton is good if you have children or pets as it’s easy to wash.
Silk is a luxurious, decadent option that works well in bedrooms.
Synthetic materials are inexpensive.
What is pile?
Pile refers to the density of the fibres in your carpet. High/long pile means the rug will be more shaggy, while low/short pile translates to a flatter, less fluffy rug.
It’s perfectly fair to pick a shaggier long pile rug just because you like the feel, but low-pile rugs are easier to clean and lower maintenance - worth bearing in mind if you have small people/creatures around the house.
Available in two different sizes, this lush offering from The White Company is ideal for transforming any room with ease.
It’s made from a high-quality cotton-polyester blend, and woven with recycled yarns, making it ideal for the sustainability conscious.
The simple monochromatic diamond pattern is timeless - it manages the neat trick of looking contemporary yet not modish - so you won’t have to worry about updating next season.
It’s delightfully soft underfoot. An investment piece.
Handwoven from recycled PET plastic, this eye-catching monochrome rug is perfect for defining a living space, and it’s perfect for those who are as eco-friendly as they can.
Recycled polyester, also known as PET, is obtained by melting down existing plastic and re-spinning it into new polyester fibre which has a soft, tactile feel very similar to cotton.
