Rugs

Rugs That Tie Every Room Together

A bare floor can leave a room feeling unfinished, no matter how well the rest of your space comes together. The right area rugs bring warmth, colour and texture to any room, tying your furniture and flooring into one cohesive look.

Amart has helped Australian homes find that finishing touch since 1970, with floor rugs in a range of colours, materials and sizes for every room.

Rug styles to suit every room

Amart stocks a wide range of rug styles, from bold and graphic to soft and understated. Your rug sets the tone for the whole room, so it helps to know which style suits your space:

• Modern rugs bring clean lines and abstract shapes for a fresh, uncluttered look.
• Contemporary rugs layer texture and tone for a softer, current feel.
• Patterned rugs add geometric or textured detail without overwhelming a room.
• Striped rugs create a simple, linear look that suits casual and formal spaces alike.
• Coastal rugs use natural tones and relaxed textures suited to Australian living.
• Traditional rugs bring classic patterns to more formal spaces.

What size rug works best in each room?

There's no single rule for choosing a bigger or smaller rug. It comes down to the room, and how much furniture needs to sit on it.

The right fit changes room by room:

• Living room – extra large rugs give your furniture room to sit fully within the rug's edges.
• Bedroom – bedroom rugs should extend past the sides and foot of the bed for balance.
• Dining room – a dining room rug needs to stay under the table and chairs even when they're pulled out.
• Hallways and entries – runner rugs fit long, narrow spaces without overwhelming the room.
• Everyday spaces – medium rugs suit studies and other in-between areas.
• Compact spaces – small rugs help define a cosy corner without crowding the room.

Can you put a rug over carpet?

Yes, a rug can sit over carpet, and it's a simple way to add colour or define a space without changing your flooring.

Choose a flatweave rug if you're layering over carpet, as the low profile sits flatter and avoids a bulky, uneven feel underfoot. Neutral tones like grey, beige and cream tend to blend most naturally with existing carpet colours, while a contrasting pattern can help mark out a seating or dining area within a larger room.

A rug pad underneath can also help stop it from shifting once it's in place.

Does paying more get you a better rug?

A higher price usually reflects how a rug is made, not just its size. Hand-tufted and hand-woven styles take longer to create than machine-made rugs, which adds to the cost.

Natural fibres like wool and cotton feel soft and breathable underfoot, while jute rugs bring their own textured, natural character to a room. Denser weaves also hold up better in busy spaces.

Every rug at Amart is backed by our Quality Guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship, so browse the range to find the right fit for your home.

How do you match a rug to each room?

Matching a rug to a room comes down to how you use the space day to day.

A wool rug suits a living room or bedroom, adding a natural rug feel that lasts. High-traffic spaces like hallways do better with a durable material, such as polyester, that is built to handle everyday wear.

Beyond fibre, a few details make the difference between a rug that works and one that doesn't:

• Colour should complement your furniture, whether you lean toward a grey rug, a white rug or a green rug.
• Shape matters too, as oval and round rugs soften a corner while rectangular styles suit larger layouts.
• Pattern hides everyday marks in busy spaces, and a blue rug can work well against neutral tones.

Which washable rug is best for busy homes?

The best washable rugs are the ones that handle everyday life without losing their look. Machine washable styles let you clean up spills, mud and pet mess without calling in a professional.

Amart's washable rugs suit living areas, kids' rooms, and anywhere else life gets messy. Simply pop the rug in the wash, dry it, and it's back on the floor looking fresh.

Bring a new rug home from Amart

Your new rug is the finishing touch, but it doesn't have to be the last change you make. Amart's home decor range includes curtains, roller blinds, cushions, lamps, mirrors and vases to help the whole room come together, along with new arrivals across indoor and outdoor rugs.

Sign up to Amart Club and enjoy 10% off your next full-priced purchase, ready whenever you're set to bring a new look home. Order online at amartfurniture.com.au for delivery or pick up at your nearest Amart store.