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Traditional Rugs Guide

Traditional Rugs are timeless floor coverings that draw on classic design elements, often reflecting the rich artistic heritage of regions such as Persia, India, China, and Europe. These rugs typically feature intricate patterns, such as floral motifs, medallions, and borders, rendered in deep, rich colors like reds, blues, golds, and earth tones. Crafted from high-quality materials like wool, silk, or cotton, traditional rugs are known for their durability and craftsmanship, often handwoven or hand-knotted. They add a sense of elegance and sophistication to any space, blending seamlessly with formal and classic interior styles. The intricate detailing and cultural depth of traditional rugs make them a prized addition to homes, offering both aesthetic beauty and long-lasting quality.

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Top 9 Types of Traditional Rugs


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Oriental Rugs

Oriental rugs are fine crafted rugs that contribute nicely to any formal or informal setting in your home. Oriental rugs blend wonderfully with contemporary, formal, ornate, casual and traditional decorating styles.

See our collection oriental rugs brands like Kathy Ireland™ Rugs, Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Masland Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Stanton Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of oriental rugs brands!

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Braided Rugs

Braided rugs are an American tradition that, as with many crafts, developed out of a need and then developed into an art. Braided rugs made today, are still enriching homes with a timeless quality, compatible with decor of many styles.

See our collection braided rugs brands like Capel Rugs, Colonial Mills Rugs, Surya Rugs, Thorndike Mills Rugs, Safavieh Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of braided rugs brands!

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Persian Rugs

Carpet-weaving in Persia dates back to the Bronze Age. Common motifs include scrolling vine networks, arabesques, palmettes, cloud bands, medallions, and overlapping geometric compartments rather than animals and humans.

See our collection persian rugs brands like Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Mohawk Area Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Capel Rugs, Stanton Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of persian rugs brands!

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Botanicals / Florals Rugs

Brighten up your home with Botanicals & Florals Rugs, featuring lush, nature-inspired patterns and vibrant colors. Ideal for adding a touch of nature indoors.

See our collection botanicals / florals rugs brands like Nourison Home™ Area Rugs, Mohawk Area Rugs, Couristan Rugs, Karastan® Rugs, Capel Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of botanicals / florals rugs brands!

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Hooked Rugs

Hooked rugs are cheerful, handmade rugs produced using scraps of fabric or wool. Antiques - especially early North American hooked rugs - can be expensive, but their modern equivalents are much more reasonable.

See our collection hooked rugs brands like Momeni Rugs, Surya Rugs, Homespice Decor Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of hooked rugs brands!

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Rag Rugs

Cotton rag rugs are charming for vacation houses, beach houses, cottages, and children's rooms. Rag rugs consist of irregular stripes in bright cheerful colors. Rag rugs are cheerful, handmade rugs produced using scraps of fabric or wool.

See our collection rag rugs brands like Safavieh Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of rag rugs brands!

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Folk Art Rugs

Add a touch of tradition to your space with Folk Art Rugs. Each rug features vibrant colors and unique designs, handcrafted to bring warmth and character to any room.

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Lodge Rugs

Lodge area rugs are very warm and inviting and come in many rustic designs as well as a variety of sizes. Styles include wildlife, moose, bear, deer, elk, fish, pinecone and a variety of other lodge themes.

See our collection lodge rugs brands like Mohawk Area Rugs, Capel Rugs, Orian Rugs, Homefires Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of lodge rugs brands!

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Old World Rugs

Explore our collection of Old World rugs, featuring classic designs that bring timeless elegance to any interior. Perfect for a sophisticated touch.

See our collection old world rugs brands like Karastan® Rugs, Capel Rugs, Safavieh Rugs, and more... Click below to see our whole selection of old world rugs brands!

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Featured Brands

The Best 10 Traditional Rugs Brands


Nourison Traditional Rugs
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Nourison Traditional Rugs

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Enjoy the assurance of a strong geometric design, with this traditional rug. The ornate shapes of ancient Ottoman tile-work form the center medallion and bring symmetry to the exotic flora. Simply gorgeous, in soft slate blue with ivory, rose, and sage. Learn More

Masland Traditional Rugs
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Masland Traditional Rugs

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We have covered all the bases with the standard collection of rugs: Traditional, Transitional, Organic, Whimsical and Textural. Each pattern comes in a variety of colors that are extremely versatile in the home today. Learn More

Mohawk Area Rugs
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Mohawk Area Rugs

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Mohawk's dedicated rug designers are constantly striving to bring you the latest in rug fashions. When choosing Mohawk Select, you not only have the brand name that you have grown to trust, you have the latest in style, color and great value as well. Learn More

Couristan Traditional Rugs
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Couristan Traditional Rugs

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Fall in love with the vintage exquisiteness of the Zahara Collection, a line of classically styled area rugs designed for today eclectic lifestyles. Face-to-face Wilton woven of 100% heat-set Courtron polypropylene, these intricate masterpieces can be considered practical pieces of art, durable enough to be enjoyed in almost any area of the home. The traditional color palette found in Zahara area rugs, including oatmeal, red, black and light blue, have been selected to stand the test of time and adorn your floors for years to come. Learn More

Karastan Traditional Rugs
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Karastan Traditional Rugs

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A new face for neutrals, the Spice Market Collection perfectly pairs a palette of understated elegance alongside effervescent design details. Karastan traditional rugs redefines the theory of opposites attract and applies it to décor. Learn More

Capel Traditional Rugs
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Capel Traditional Rugs

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These classical wonders rely on exceptionally detailed traditional designs, enhanced by a proprietary double-washing technique that highlights the antiqued finish, to equal the bar set by their illustrious Persian forebears. Learn More

Fabrica Traditional Rugs
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Fabrica Traditional Rugs

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A beautiful blend of old and new Kish represents the best of both worlds. Traditional elements are reimagined in a larger scale for a more contemporary take. The wash that is given this rug, gives the yarn a worn patina and quiets down the charcoal color and lets it act a as a versatile neutral shared in today’s interiors. Learn More

Momeni Rugs
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Momeni Rugs

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Momeni. A family name, a mark of quality and an expert source of ideas for making your home come alive with true timeless beauty. Over half a century ago, Ali A. (Haji) Momeni started a family business bringing exquisite Persian. Though styles have come and gone, beneath them all is the fundamental principal that Momeni rugs are created to touch our senses. From concept through production, a member of the family is there making sure that the highest standards are being met. Learn More

Kaleen Area Rugs
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Kaleen Area Rugs

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Signature collections of luxurious handmade rugs, machine-made, broadloom carpet, hand-woven, hand-knotted, and many more innovative products. Prestigious designer lines featuring top brands in the home décor market. Handmade broadloom carpets for residential homes. Learn More

Radici Rugs
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Radici Rugs

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Radici area rugs are produced in Italy and in Turkey in a variety of colors and designs, from oriental to transitional to contemporary to participate in all growth segments of the floor covering industry. Learn More

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