A rustic wood dining table with a gold bowl centerpiece sits on top of a brown and beige rug and under a black chandelier. Black chairs are arranged around it. A large wainscoting wall displays a wooden side table decorated with baskets, a large mirror, and a bronze vase of dark greenery. Black double doors make a statement and lead to an outside patio.
25 Colorful Rugs for Living Rooms for a Vibrant Touch
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April 1, 2023
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Rugs are meant to help protect carpets and floors from dirt and stains. They act as a barrier and are much easier to clean than a full floor. Rugs can be more than just functional pieces in a home. In fact, rugs can be a great way to add color, patterns, and depth to a room.
Colorful rugs can be positioned in the center of the room, under coffee tables, slid under the edge of sofas and chairs, or spread in front of doorways and fireplaces. You can find rugs that have many of the same colors as another décor in a room or you can use the rug as a way to make a bold statement with a bright or contrasting color that adds a more sophisticated touch to your living room. If you want some ideas for colorful rugs for living rooms, check out this collection.
02 of Bright Gallery Wall and Rug Ideas
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A black leather sofa rests against a white wall covered with a colorful gallery of paintings and signs. Two wooden stands are situated on each side of the sofa and are adorned with a globe, candles, and plants. A yellow pillow embellishes the sofa and a tree stands in a colorful basket under a hanging plant in the corner of the room. A blue and pink paisley rug is centered on the floor.
03 of Vibrant Living Room Rug
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A light brick fireplace is adorned with colorful framed artwork and live plants. Two brown chairs sit on a vibrant rug embellished with gray cushions and white pillows. A metal basket of gray pillows sits beside one of the chairs and a round wood table is centered on the rug and displays more plants. A large brow vase with a tree rests near the white double doors that exit outside.
04 of Brown Living Room Rug Ideas
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A large dark wood coffee table with a round shape is situated in the center of a red and black paisley rug. It is decorated with a stack of books, gold and silver trees, white coasters, and a bow of pinecones and sprigs of pine. A dark brown sofa sits nearby adorned with a red throw and a potted plant arranged beside it. A brick fireplace displays stacks of logs, a wreath, two pots of greenery, and white Christmas trees.
05 of Boho Living Room Rug Inspiration
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A white shelf adorned with a round mirror, and potted plants gives off a boho vibe on a white wall above a beige sofa. Orange and red pillows and a white throw adorn the sofa. A blue, orange, and beige rug with a tribal print rests on the floor and a wooden coffee table is centered on top of it. A beige runner, stacks of books, and a clear vase of orange flowers embellish the table. A wicker shelf sits in the corner of the room holding signs, framed photos, a black vase, and stacks of books. A small square stand sits beside the sofa and holds a wood lamp with a white shade and small trinkets. A black and crystal chandelier hangs from the ceiling and a line of lights is attached to the wall.
06 of Vibrant Living Room With Large Windows
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Wooden beams are exposed to separate large windows from a white shiplap wall. A bright painting hangs in the center of the windows and behind a white sofa with green pillows. Round stands sits on each side of the sofa and display potted plants. A white rectangle coffee table sits on a blue rug with a colorful print. A green, orange, and yellow vase sits on the table with yellow flowers and a bowl of moss balls. Gold weights sit on stacked books.
07 of Neutral Living Room Décor
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A beige and black carpet with a floral print is situated in the center of a wood floor. A rectangular coffee table sits on top and is decorated with stacks of books, gold candlesticks, a round bowl of greenery, and a pink pot with more plants. Black and white pillows adorn a beige couch. A wood end table sits beside it adorned with a lamp and more stacked books. A white fireplace with a black base is decorated with a wicker basket of logs and small black lantern planters.
08 of Bold Living Room Rug Ideas
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A brown leather sofa sits next to a black coffee table in the center of a red paisley rug. The sofa is adorned with a black and white pillow and the table displays coasters and a black cup. Near the window rests a white chair with wooden arms and a wall cutout with a white vase. Rows of books, glass jars of plants, framed photos, and candles adorn the built-in shelves. A black and white framed photo sits on top of a beige fireplace mantel next to black candlesticks with white candles and a stack of books.
09 of Black and Brown Living Room Ideas
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A dark black accent wall is adored with large framed abstract art. A beige soda sits on the wall and is decorated with black pillows. A black lamp stands in the corner of the room next to black and white curtains. A black and beige rug covers the floor and a wooden chair with black cushions sits on top. A wood end table is decorated with a large grey vase of stems, stacks of books, and a black carved bowl.
10 of Minimalistic Farmhouse Living Room With TV
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A mix of wood and white, this TV wall makes a minimalistic aesthetic statement. The white wall adds a classic look to the interior while the dark wood shelves underneath the TV enhance the warm charm of the space.
11 of Yellow Living Room With Colorful Accents
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A black sofa with cheetah-print and black-striped accent pillows rests against a yellow wall. A rabbit cutout and a farmhouse window hang above the sofa. A wreath and black candle sconces hang nearby. A white upholstered stool sits on a beige, orange, and a black rug and is adorned with a round basket holding a potted plant, a beaded garland, and a yellow candle. A vintage painting with a wood frame hangs on the wall and a brown lamp with a white shade sits on a wooden table beside the sofa.
12 of Blue Rug for Modern Living Room
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Two white sofas sit on each side of a blue and brown paisley rug. Tiger-striped and blue and white floral pillows sit on the sofas. A white and gold table sits in the center of the rug and is decorated with stacks of magazines, wooden accents, and a black vase with a large tree. A blue and white round stand sits beside the sofa. A gold, vintage mirror hangs on the wall next to three windows.
13 of Colorful Paintings and Rugs for Living Rooms
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A colorful painting hangs above a natural wood mantel with green vases and a white planter of greenery on a white brick fireplace. A wicker basket with a tall tree stands in the corner in front of a blue wall with white wainscoting. A gray sofa sits across from a brown leather sofa with a white coffee table centered on a colorful rug. The sofas are adorned with colorful accent pillows. A green chair sits nearby with a wooden log table beside it holding stacked books. A white fan hangs above.
14 of Colorful Rugs for Living Room Ideas
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Wooden windows and floral prints create a gallery wall behind a light gray sofa with floral and beige pillows. A colorful blue rug rests on the floor in front of it. A round glass coffee table with a black frame holds stacked books and a black tray with a candle, a white potted plant, and a wicker basket. A wooden chair with a striped cushion and a brown accent pillow rests in front of a round wooden side table adorned with a black lamp and potted plants.
15 of Pink Rug Ideas for Living Rooms
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A brown leather sofa is adorned with a white furry throw and round accent pillow. It sits on a wood floor with a pink and red paisley rug. A round glass table with wooden legs rests in the center of the rug and is adorned with a white vase of white flowers, stacked books, and a decorative tray. A wooden chair sits nearby embellished with a blue pillow. A wooden tripod lamp with a white shade stands in the corner of the room with a faux plant.
16 of Black and White Living Room Ideas
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A framed mirror and image rest on the wood mantel of a white fireplace next to a black vase with green plants. White upholstered furniture is situated on a brown and black paisley rug. A brown coffee table with black metal legs sits on the rug and displays a carved wood bowl, a beaded garland, and a white case of white flowers. A wooden stool stands beside the fireplace displaying a white bowl of greenery. A black lamp with a white shade rests on top of a wooden stand nearby.
17 of Red and White Living Rooms Ideas
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A white television console sits under a brown shelf displaying stacked books, a framed image, and a small potted plant. Two beige sofas are situated around a red and blue floral rug and a square coffee table with a white and red floral cloth and a white vase full of colorful flowers. Red and white throws with plaid and floral prints are draped over the sofas and matching accent pillows are stacked on top. A wooden side table displays stacks of large books and a white shelf decorated with a white vase of flowers, and small trinkets hang above the sofa on the wall.
18 of Blue and White Living Room Décor
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A white sofa is embellished with green, white, and blue printed pillows. In the corner, a large palm tree sits in front of two framed images. A white stand rests against the wall adorned with vases and bottles. In the center of the room, a wooden coffee table rests on a blue and white diamond-print rug. A white tray sits on top of it with a clear candle holder and a white candle, driftwood, and stacks of books. A white juju hat hangs on the wall nearby.
19 of Paisley Living Room Rug
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A blue, beige, and orange rug with a paisley print sits on a wood floor in front of a white couch. A wood chair with a velvet, grey cushion sits nearby. A white cabinet holds a lamp with a beige shade and a basket of vining plants. A white and wood planter sits on the floor beside it.
20 of Neutral Living Room Rug Ideas
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Two black and white framed images hang above a gray couch with floral patterned pillows. A rectangular, wood coffee table sits on a black and brown rug and is decorated with a beige vase with purple flowers and a beige bowl on a book. A small wooden stand sits beside the sofa decorated with a stack of books and a candle. More framed art and a tree adorn the hallway.
21 of Open Living Room With Neutral Décor
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A large Christmas tree stands in the corner of a large living room with a wood-paneled ceiling and large windows. A beige sofa rests against the windows and on top of a beige and gray rug with a paisley print. In the center of the room, a round wooden coffee table accessorizes the table, which is decorated with a book, a vase of greenery, and a candle. A stone fireplace is positioned in front of the sofa and is decorated with Christmas trees, garlands, and star accents. A gold metal chandelier hangs from the high ceiling.
22 of Rustic Living Room With Colorful Rug
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A round wood coffee table is adorned with white décor, stacks of books, candles, and a vase with a white flower. It rests on a tribal-print rug with orange, gray, and beige colors. Two pink chairs are situated on one side and a gray sofa rests on the other side. A beige vase with a monster stem sits on the fireplace and a shelving system beside a rustic hutch displays wood vases, potted plants, and stacked books. The hutch is full of gray and white dishes. The white fireplace mantel holds white vases.
23 of Vintage Rug Ideas for Living Rooms
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A red paisley rug rests on the floor with a white sofa, a wooden chair with a white cushion, and a vintage wooden chair arranged on top of it. An oval coffee table is centered on the rug displaying a rope-wrapped vase full of white peonies, and stacked books. A gold chandelier with crystal beads hangs above. A wooden dresser is positioned against a beige wall and is decorated with a scale, a gold lamp with a white shade, a gray bowl of greenery, and a vintage painting. Stacked wooden boxes are situated on the opposite side of the room and a large tapestry hangs behind the sofa.
24 of Three Matching Rectangular Mirrors Over Couch
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Three matching rectangular mirrors with white frames hang over a light-grey sofa on white living room walls. A wood coffee table holding a basket of greens and candles is placed on the blue area rug that’s laid on the warm wood floor.
25 of Beige Living Room With Colorful Rug
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A white fireplace with a soft glowing fire is decorated with a round mirror, black sconces, a pine garland, and white stockings. A large tree sits in the opposite corner of the room adorned with white snowflakes and bulbs. A beige sofa sits on a black and brown rug with a paisley print. A round table with small chairs pulled up to it is centered on the rug. Black and white pillows adorn the sofa and white curtains hang from a black rod in front of the window.
