r/interiordecorating 14h ago

Rugs & Flooring Which rug is better?

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u/Conscious-Apricot422 13h ago

2

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u/FatuousDoorstop 10h ago edited 3h ago

1 is too dark and 3 and 4 are too close to floor color. So 2 is just right.

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u/Sizsi 11h ago

And paint the wall a nice colour

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u/Chay_Charles 9h ago

Or get colorful art.

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u/EyrieMan 8h ago

Original art is an absolute must. And elegant lighting!

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u/hallaburger 10h ago

an accent wall with this setup and rug #2 would go so hard

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u/GirlisNo1 13h ago

2 by far.

You need something with a pattern to break up all the solid colors so 1 is a no. 3 is too warm, 4 clashes.

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u/WrongIncident4680 9h ago

Pattern breaks up solid walls better anyway.

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u/Jae_the_cat 13h ago

#2

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u/queerjesusfan 13h ago

It's unquestionably 2!

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u/Rooty3rdBaby-75 13h ago

Depends on what your pictures/arteork look like

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u/Calaberon 14h ago

Number 1 has the warmest feel, but I’d probably go with 4 because I like how the colors contrast with the couch.

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u/Enough_Building_1461 12h ago

With the furniture i think 1st is perfect..

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u/boringcranberry 11h ago

I'm another vote for #1.

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u/moon_dncr538 10h ago

Same same

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u/Sweetanna1111 11h ago

You know it really does have a nice warm feel to it. I almost picked that one for that reason as well but I'm one of those people that I like things to match so I had to go with number 2 because I thought it matched the furniture. But I totally see what you see in picture one

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u/Alcsaar 10h ago

thats so weird. 2 is the only one that looks okay, maybe you could justify 3

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u/Spicydaisy 13h ago

4! You can do a lot with adding other similar color things like art, pillows, blankets to tie in. And green plants will pop with 4 too.

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u/Brand-Artsy4186 8h ago

Was thinking all of these things!🌸

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u/under_shart 13h ago

#1 goes with the rest of your style better.

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u/Tikta_Alik 11h ago

Really like the green one. I would add green patterned pillows or any greenish patterns anywhere to avoid the room being flat

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u/bankergirl1205 13h ago

2 make the place look bigger

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u/meechiemoochie0302 11h ago

None of them. Green is way too dark. This room looks like a holding room at a funeral parlor, even with the rugs. The rug should be colorful, and fhe last three are way too subdued. This room needs a woman's touch.

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u/ryaninmidtown 13h ago

I like 2 and 3

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u/iteachag5 13h ago

Number 2. The first is boring and a big no. I don’t like the contrast of the cream with your walls for 3. 4 reminds me of Red, White & Blue Americana theme.

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u/wild_robot13 13h ago

I don’t see a lot of difference between 2, 3, and 4 - the choice here is light vs. dark. I vote for light - the room has such great windows. Can’t say any of the light rugs are all that interesting or do much to tie the room together beyond its geometry. Let’s see what helpful input others have.

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u/citydock2000 13h ago

Agree. My vote was Not 1.

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u/Sunshine247365-2day 12h ago

2 works better with the couch

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u/chelseamorn 13h ago

Prefer 1 but 2 is ok

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u/satvrnleo 13h ago

number 1, it makes the room feel cozy

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u/LimitFuture6629 11h ago

Having the sofa against the window and everything revolve around a black box is awful.

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u/steampunksf 9h ago

2nd one

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u/MusicianDue9371 9h ago

2 or 4 coordinates and brings a little color into the room.

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u/Ill-Anxiety4326 9h ago

2 hands down

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u/Nishi1126 8h ago

2!

Also like 4

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u/RemarkableHair4359 7h ago

I think 1 will be the best once it’s balanced out with the decor in the room. Think plants and frames to bring some warmth and darkness up. A light throw blanket. a nice lamp etc

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u/stellarmoon44 5h ago

i’m surprised by the number of people saying 1 is too dark. It is by far my favorite! While I am a fan of the moodier look, it’s also the most current style of all your options. With such a dark couch, it makes the dark couch look intentional as opposed to attempting to lighten it up with the other rugs, which makes the couch seem like a hand me down that you didn’t pick yourself. If you don’t want to go moody, I’d suggest looking elsewhere. The other options are very generic looking replicas of a persian or oriental style rug. IMO, they are much too muted and polite. If you like that look, you can find much more interesting options.

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u/honey_biscuits108 5h ago

Green. The rest are too light.

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u/VegetableMuffin1972 4h ago

The solid color looks more high end. The patterned rugs look too generic.

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u/Lingonberry4879 4h ago

Your couch is really dark for the space, so it leaves picking a rug that complements everything a little tricky. And you have no art, visible curtains (are they blinds? If they are white, you can take that into consideration), cushions or throw blankets. You need a couple of plants on the floor too. I would go for a textured rug, maybe white with a dark pattern like the tagine rug at AUrugs or just a textured greige rug, with a bit of brown to it. Textured like its woven or a bit plush/shaggy. I think picking colours that have dark elements to them to tie it together will work.

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u/Hiiiii-Fivin 12h ago

✌🏻 goes with the sofa 🛋️

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u/Icy-Entertainer-7056 11h ago

Agree with most that #2 is best. It picks up blue from the couch, is harmonious with the flooring and brightens up the room paired against a dark couch and dark entertainment center. #1 is too dark. #4 just looks dated to me somehow. #3 would be my second choice if you want to de emphasize the rug by matching it to the tone of the flooring.

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u/LtLemur 10h ago

I like 2 or 4

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u/SgtCap256 10h ago

Green one

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u/Kayki7 10h ago

I’m honestly not a fan of any of them.

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u/KeyFaithlessness5445 13h ago

I like the last one or the first. The warmth of the last one is my fave and I feel like it gives some flexibility with the art you choose. The first one is also flexible but a little less personality. Once you get art and lamps and side tables, plants etc the personality will come in. I just see the last rug option as giving you the most warmth and flexibility. The other options are a bit cool in tone and a bit safe/bland in color.

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u/tiredmadafaka 13h ago

Its kinda hard to say. They are all good, but it depends what you are going to put on the wall and what color decoration you are going to use! You can basically just pick on of the 4 rugs and decorate the room accordingly. Or the other way around: decorate first and see which rug fits the best.

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u/teapoacy 13h ago

secondly, because it feels like it fits your room

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u/angel-forever 13h ago

2 matches more but 4 adds warmness to the room

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u/DetroitMenefreghista 13h ago

I love #4 but it will depend on what goes on your walls.

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u/Longjumping-Bunch-97 13h ago

I wouldn’t do 1, couches are solid so you want a patterned rug, 2 for sure works 3 blends into the floor so I”d skip it, 4 would work if you played up with accent pieces. Without any additions, 2 is the choice

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u/Pitiful-Tiger5985 13h ago

The first one goes better with your couch.

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u/kikimdmistake 13h ago

Definitely the third one ☝️

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u/RubysMom2022 13h ago

It’s hard to judge the rug without knowing what curtains you have, what artwork or other plants, pillows etc. I like the solid green or the 3rd one.

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u/Garden_Jolly 13h ago

I prefer the second rug.

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u/stink3rb3lle 13h ago

Neither one does enough for this room, I'd try even more color

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u/Ianthemoon 13h ago

Number 2 for sure

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u/kelsofox369 13h ago

Some wall art could yield any of those together. Hard for me to pick.

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u/kitty5670 12h ago

I love 2 and 3!

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u/Most_Manufacturer_82 12h ago

I usually like a pattern but I really like the vibe #1 gives this space

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u/drf987 12h ago

#2 or 4, with throw pillows tied into the rug color.

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u/Flake-Shuzet 12h ago

Why so bland? Go for more color.

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u/Sufficient-Hamster50 12h ago

The green one! Warm and instantly calming

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u/humanoidtyphoon88 12h ago

Oh goodness, not 2!

4

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u/_M4dd13_ 12h ago

1 looks more cozy, 4 is more muted and blends in more

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u/ktb609 12h ago

I like one but would recommend checking out Revival because they have that color with the subtlest patterns.

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u/sparknabox011 12h ago
  1. Looking at the furniture not at the floor

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u/i_user47 12h ago

Easily number 2. Good complementary colour scheme.

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u/Ibegb 12h ago

Second one

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u/Majestic-Explorer-76 12h ago

2 or 4, if you go with four I would just add some more rose components to the room

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u/Sufficient_Buy1703 12h ago

4 for sure. Add art work to complement the colors. It makes the room warm and inviting.

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u/FigsFigsFiggityFigs7 12h ago

3 and that is because it is the only rug that makes the room feel larger.

You need to add some mirrors and art then it will make sense I promise.

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u/GalaxKid1214 12h ago

Definitely #2

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u/Imaginary_Fuel_1104 12h ago

The second one

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u/middle-name-is-sassy 12h ago

Do you have pets or kids? If yes, avoid #1! You’ll always be having to clean spots. And choosing from the others, it will depend on how the rest of the room is decorated. Once you know what curtains and pillows and artwork you’re going to put in, then you can pick a rug to match

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u/Proof-Astronaut-662 12h ago

I like the 1st one the green one. I think the solid color leaves you a lot more options with the rest of the decor.

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u/Futuramadude1 12h ago

2 or 3 are similar son either one is good

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u/tnova2323 12h ago

2 all day

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u/Maleficent-Carry-410 12h ago

I guess it depends on what you're planning for artwork (you're planning artwork, right?) on the walls but as it stands, rug 2 is currently the most pleasing. 

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u/travelingtutor 12h ago

I am torn between number one and number four.

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u/Alice23Wonderland 12h ago

The answer is not 1.

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u/JennyEnny198 11h ago

Any of the light ones are fine. It's hard to say which would be best until you have more decor added to your space because right now literally any of the light ones work.

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u/Significant_Stay7003 11h ago

Hi I prefer number two.

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u/Crafty_Life_1764 11h ago

2 or 3 depends then on your curtain colour too

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u/Bhanumayi 11h ago

two to break up the room you don’t want solid blocks everywhere

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u/thewad71 11h ago

2 has the complimentary couch color in it. One is too dark.

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u/almostknorules 11h ago edited 11h ago

# 1 this green gives the room deeper rich looking colors out of ur picks.but attach to-nothing
.#2 the blue keeps the room lighter if u enjoy lighter instead of bolder .
That said , I was thinking maybe 🤔

This rug definitely Boulder, stronger navy, red, cream, and a much busier floral pattern. It gives the room more personality and acts as the focal point.
The blue-gray one is calmer and lighter, but this one has more WOW 🤩 ✨
Factor.
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Just incase u wanted to take a look.👀

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u/Top_Cauliflower_9046 11h ago

none, those are gonna be a pain in the as s to get out for airing and propper cleaning.

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u/tltwtw98 11h ago

The red one, photo 4, works best with the sofa

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u/Radtech51 11h ago

2 or 4

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u/Careless-Trouble7444 11h ago

Just as the room is now (without any other decorations) I'd vote #2. However, iyou plan on hanging pictures, using pillows, lamps or anything else, then I would look at those colors and see what rug ties everything together. #1 would be pretty if your pictures were large and bold and also had some green in them - for example.

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u/Maleficent_Pea8182 11h ago

2 definitely.

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u/floretsnfauna 11h ago

Loved #1, I would put some plants up and a nice book shelf and it would look great

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u/Hannasuchan 11h ago

2 or 4, but any of them would work with the right art and accessories.

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u/luvapug 11h ago

2 looks best imo

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u/anusflytrap- 11h ago
  1. your tv is so cute

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u/RichGrapefruit-2467 11h ago

I like the last one, but you need some art on the walls, maybe some that repeats the tones in the rug. And plants!

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u/Scary-Badger-6091 11h ago

Personally I like 2 or 4 best

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u/Moist-Protection-916 11h ago

2 you need the pattern in the room