Looking to refresh your space with an eco‑friendly flavour? All it takes is a little creativity and imagination. Here are 10 easy DIY carpet upcycling ideas that will breathe new life into any vintage rugs or large carpets currently gathering dust, and turn them into bold new décor accents for your home.
1. Hang as Wall Art
Why not turn a faded area rug into striking textile art? Vintage rugs add colour and texture to your walls while helping to insulate your room too.
2. DIY Bench Upholstery
One of the most popular upcycled carpet crafts for home décor is upholstery. Using a geometric rug to reupholster a bench or window seat will add a unique touch to your interior.
3. Car Trunk Liner
Large carpets can be trimmed to fit your car boot. A great example of eco-friendly carpet reuse, it protects the inside of your car and ensures a comfier journey for any pets.
4. Kids’ Floor Puzzle
Spotted one of the 5 signs you should replace your carpet now? If you have a small carpet that’s past its best, cut it up into interlocking shapes for a fun, tactile play mat. It’s perfect for creative play with toddlers.
5. Pet Bed or Kennel Liner
You can give an old area rug a new lease of life by turning it into a plush liner for your pet’s bed or a cosy base for a kennel on cooler nights.
6. Chair Pads
Use offcuts from a small carpet or round rug to make padded seat cushions for dining chairs or majlis seating – a stylish and comfortable way to protect your furniture.
7. Outdoor Garden Runner
Take geometric rugs outdoors: weatherproof your carpet with a fabric sealant and add a non-slip outdoor mat underneath to create a chic patio rug for short-term seasonal use.
8. Handmade Tote or Clutch
Creative rug repurposing tips in the GCC are not just about home décor: you can also sew pieces of rug into stylish tote bags or clutches for a unique look.
9. Rug‑covered Ottoman
How to reuse old area rugs and transform a tired old ottoman at the same time? Reupholster it with rug scraps for a luxury feel without the cost.
10. Custom-shaped Welcome Mat
If you have a round rug that’s seen better days, consider cutting it into a clean semicircle to create a custom-shaped welcome mat that sits snugly against your doorway.
FAQs
Can I upcycle an old carpet into something functional?
Absolutely. From wall art to bench upholstery, your old area rug can become functional décor.
Do you offer eco-friendly or recyclable carpet materials?
Yes, for example our Theodore Ashton carpet is made using recycled wool.
Can I return my old carpet when buying a new one?
We don’t currently offer this service. Consider donating your old carpet or transforming it with the recycling ideas outlined here.