is the rug for the living room? there is carpet there now?

Before you buy a rug for a carpeted room, think about the other things you need for the room.

Such as curtains, coffee table or ottoman or trunk to put toys in, side tables with lamps (do not have to match), bookcases and of course artwork that you love from local artists or art school or museum gift shop or from any travel you have done.

I like what you have so far.. I nice coffee table maybe with storage for books and toys. More lighting and a place for your TV (if you have one). There are so many fun things out there that are very reasonably priced as well. Best of luck to you

I have a great affinity for rugs, so can understand why you want one for your new space! Can you give us an idea of your budget for a rug? Well, actually, even if your budget is "the sky's the limit", I'd still suggest looking for something relatively affordable because this is most likely not going to be your "forever home". But of course you want to make it beautiful and welcoming for you and your kids right now ... I absolutely understand that! (I made a fresh start after 14 years of marriage many years ago, and I still remember how absolutely liberating that period of my life was. I rented a small apartment and had to furnish it anew, so I went in a completely different style direction than I had ever known before. It's like I finally had an opportunity to stretch my wings and grow. ;-) )

I really like your new furniture, and something like this might help carry out your color scheme.

Or ... too wild??? ...

Rugsusa.com and some other sites allow you to try rugs in your space. I'd start "testing" anything that catches your eye.

The one below gets great reviews by bloggers with kids.

Is this your main family room? What purposes do you want it to serve? Do you have/want a TV in there? Can you post pics from all angles? And what are the dimensions of this room?

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Your set is from RTG and is called "Cypress Gardens Blue". They still sell it and it would be about $400 if you wanted to get an additional chair. They show the set with a cream rug, similar tothe one below. I also like this indoor/outdoor rug with your set. I do agree with the recommendation about to push rug buying further down the list since you have carpeting. Best wishes to you in your new life.

Monte Carlo Coastal Breeze Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug, Ocean, 5'10x9'2 · More Info

Hampshire Cream Rug, 8'x10' · More Info

I'm not really a fan of rug on rug, although I like the funky colors and patterns suggested so far. The real problem is the beige walls. My ex-wife had painted our entire house in her favorite color, a dull beige-yellow. It looked like a smoker had lived there for a very long time. After she moved out, I painted the place white on the inside, with a bunch of brighter accent walls. Instant mood brightener. Brighten up those walls and add some color!

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Great Oak - OP said that this is a rental.

bdub2018 - I like the art you found but know that it is too small to go over the sofa.

I'm not a huge fan of rug on carpet, but I understand wanting to keep the carpet clean with the little ones! Could you get a mat for them to use when they're playing in the living room that can be folded or rolled and put away when not in use? Cheaper than a brand new rug, and less to worry about if/when they spill all over it. I think your money would be better spent on curtains or new paint, as others have suggested.

If you do decide on a rug, don't go with something pale and tan or blue, but rather buy one that incorporates warm colors also, like the ones IdaClaire suggests above. Children especially thrive with bright colors around them, and it will wake up your room where everything so far is very subdued. Your furniture is very nice, but the rug is one way where you can add more and different colors; art on the walls will be another. As others have mentioned, you need other furniture, curtains and lamps.

Your couch and chair are beautiful. Since you said you don't have an eye for it, please notice the center cushion is placed backwards....turn the zipper to the back :-) love some of the rug suggestions.

Placing an area rug on carpet will be a tripping hazard. They are always moving, so I would skip the rug and do other things with your $$.

Hello, you could petty much pick any colour off your couch or wall colour to go for rug.

pale grey will be ideal.

Love the 2nd rug suggested by idaclaire, how cheerful.

Get wild & create a beautiful happy space. Enjoy

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While I can't offer much help with your design choices, I can tell you that divorces can often be the best thing that ever happens to you. You can't imagine how liberating it feels after 38 years of being a constant disappointment to a wife, that you can, in fact, properly load a dishwasher.

I Luke thus one for your room

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Not a fan of rugs on carpet. As others have advised I'd spend the money on coffee table, end tables, storage chests and accessories. Your sofa and chair selections do look very good, btw.