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Need help selecting an area rug!

Steph Salvatore

4 years ago

I’m so conflicted on the type of area rug pattern I should go with. Anyone have any ideas? As you can see in the left corner, I have a play area rug for my kids that I don’t want to clash with our new area rug. Need help!

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Jilly

4 years ago

last modified: 4 years ago

I like the 6th one, too! It’s on the Ballard Designs site (so is the very first one). The others are on RugsUSA — they have a feature to do mock-ups. eSales Rugs and some other sites do, too, so you can get a visual idea. I wish Ballard had it!

I absolutely wouldn’t choose your rug based on the play rug. The kid(s) will get bigger, that rug is temporary. Your living rug should be the primary concern, and rug focal point. Good luck, hope you’ll update with what you decide! :)

ETA: Here is that rug ...

https://www.ballarddesigns.com/bd/376616?SourceCode=BDG006&intlShippingCtx=US%7CUSD&CAWELAID=120245430000104305&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=68602813413&CATCI=pla-300886771378&kclid=7bc81d32-b4c3-4b61-a499-59967ed6f42d&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkZunsNGm5wIVSr7ACh104QoNEAQYAiABEgL1PvD_BwE

I don’t know if this helps, but to show them close ... the red rug has the kind of taupe color in it that look similar (at least on my computer screen, which admittedly isn’t always accurate).

And on their site, a similar patterned rug nearby:

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Jilly
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
Just to get the ball rolling and see what you’re drawn to ...

Traditional?

Or .......

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Bold?

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Transitional?

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Warmer colors?

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Or do you prefer something more casual? Maybe a solid color, a shag, or something else?
Steph Salvatore
Original Author
4 years ago
Oh my goodness! How did you do this?!? Thank you so much!!!!!!

Out of all the rugs, I think I like the 6th one down. My dilemma is I don't want the play area rug & area rug under the couch to clash. Should i go for something more simple because of this?
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Sammy
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
I absolutely wouldn’t choose your rug based on the play rug. The kid(s) will get bigger, that rug is temporary. Your living rug should be the primary concern, and focal point.

Ditto times 10

I‘ll also add that you’re going to need a very large rug, so don’t wimp out in that regard. ;)
decoenthusiaste
4 years ago
And be certain your new rug is larger than the width of the entire sectional by at least a foot so it extends past the seating on either side. Otherwise, it looks like you're just making do with a too small rug. You might find a coordinating replacement for the kids' rug at www.ruggable.com They are washable and perfect for kids and pets. Lots of colors and patterns to work with what you have.
Lala
4 years ago
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I would not box myself in based on a small, inexpensive play mat. A large rug will be one you'll invest in and use for years. As the kids grow, they/toys will spread out and not stay in that small spot anyway :)

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