Runner Carpet

How to Decorate Your Home With Runner Rugs

Runner rugs are distinguished by their shape: a long, narrow rectangle. Within this silhouette, they’re available in an array of stunning designs and patterns, from modern, minimalist runners to traditional and Persian runners. Here, we explore how to use this elegant style of rug to add colour and personality to your décor.

Stylish and Functional Carpet Runners for Every Space

Why choose a carpet runner? Thanks to their long, rectangular silhouette that matches the shape of a typical entryway, runner carpets are generally associated with hallways. However, a well-chosen runner will lend a warm, welcoming touch to any room in your home – from practical runner rugs for the kitchen to shaggy and plush runners to place beside your bed. They’re well worth the carpet price.

Hallways and Entryways

There are plenty of practical reasons to introduce a hallway runner to your living space. The entry point to your home, it’s the area that sees the most foot traffic – and floor tiles or wooden floorboards can suffer over time. Adding a rug can help reduce noise and protect the flooring underneath.

Runner carpets for hallways also help to create a welcoming atmosphere. The narrow silhouette draws the eye away from the front door and into your home, as well as introducing an inviting element of warmth and texture. Bohemian and handwoven runners are a beautiful way to greet your guests.

Staircase

Whether you prefer vintage carpets or modern rugs with geometric designs, runners let you put your design stamp on your staircase. Wooden stairs can be very slippery, which means that runner rugs play an important safety role. Not only do carpet runners help prevent falls, but they are also perfect for absorbing noise – a must if you have a busy household with people continually stomping up and down the stairs. Just make sure that your runner rug is properly secured to the flooring (and check it regularly) to reduce the risk of tripping over.

Kitchen

Bored with your kitchen? A runner carpet is a quick way to give your kitchen a makeover, adding colour and pattern to even the most minimalist of spaces. The shape of a runner rug makes it an ideal choice, as kitchens are often configured with a worktop running the length of one wall, leaving a narrow, rectangular area of flooring to fill. Bringing warmth and texture to any style of kitchen, an inviting runner rug will help make it the heart of your home.

Tips For Buying Runner Rugs

Thinking about a runner rug for your space? Here’s what to consider before you start browsing.

Measure the Space

Runner rugs are available in a variety of sizes, so it pays to measure up so that you choose the most appropriate one for your space. In a hallway, it’s important to get the proportions right. You’ll need to leave plenty of space (at least four to five inches or so) all around the rug so that it creates a pathway through your hall without hitting against the walls or doorways. Another thing to consider? Make sure that you can position your runner carpet symmetrically in the centre, leaving enough room at either end to open and close your front door cleanly.

Consider the Runner Carpet Material

When you’re choosing a runner rug, it’s important to think about where you’re placing it and select the colour and material accordingly. For example, a black carpet can hide stains more easily than a beige carpet. If you’re looking for a durable runner carpet for your kitchen or hallway, we’d recommend a synthetic material such as polyester, which can be cleaned easily and is able to withstand the moisture of outdoor shoes or occasional cooking spills.

Explore Our Runner Carpet Collection

Inspired to find chic runner carpets for your home? Browse our selection of modern and vintage rugs in an array of designs, sizes, and colour palettes, and brighten up your living space.