Rug Trends for 2021

As you plan to improve your homes in 2021, rugs should be among the top items to consider. Rugs play a vital role in adding to the aesthetics of your interiors. However, you have to ensure that you have selected the right size, material and pattern, depending on your tastes and preferences. The fact that you have to consider all these factors when choosing the right rug for your home makes the picking process challenging and time-consuming for many.

One way of making it easier to find the perfect match is by following current trends.
So, you can check the 2021 rug trends below for inspiration if you are planning to add a carpet to your living room.

Maximalism

Since interior design in 2021 is all about self-expression, breaking the rules to show your personality is acceptable. With maximalism, you can have contrasting colours and patterns as long as it is what you like. For example, you can have a carpet with contrasting colours and still send a statement.

A simple way of using the style is by clashing bright wall colours with a geometric carpet or a patterned carpet. While maximalism is all about breaking the rules, you should be careful when experimenting with maximalism as you have to maintain a sense of style and taste.

Go vintage

Old is becoming new again in 2021. You can give your old rug a new life or buy a new rug with the old look. Manufacturers can use special dyes to add the aged effect to new rugs, so you don’t have to worry about the stains and worn out areas. While most people like using their old rugs in private places like the bedroom and study room, you can boldly add a vintage rug to the stairs or have it in your living room if you have all other modern items.

Geometric and floral prints

While traditional carpets will still be with us in 2021, many people, especially the young, are now looking for eye-catching designs. Unlike traditional carpets made of a single colour shade, contemporary designers have come up with new trends like geometric pattern and floral prints.

Geometric patterns like the Moroccan ornaments and the modern patterns with optical illusions effects will be common in 2021. On the other hand, floral prints will remain popular with little or no change to their design. Some of the floral prints trends to expect in 2021 include:

◆ Carpet tile patterns in offices and high traffic areas

◆ Floral patterns on grey carpets

◆ Floral designs on brightly coloured rugs

Layer rugs on the carpet

If your room has an end-to-end soft carpet, you can improve the style by layering some area rugs on the carpet. These rugs also come in handy as cover-ups if you have a worn-out or stained area. For example, you can add a modern cowhide rug as an area rug for a specific part of your living room, even if you already have a wall-to-wall carpet. While you can choose to follow your heart, it is advisable to choose a rug that will match your carpet instead of competing with it.

Cut & loop Design

A cut & loop carpet or rug has a unique design made up of high cut tufts and lower loops in varying patterns. Since these carpets are tough and durable, one can use them on any part of the house with high traffic. In addition to their durability, many people choose these carpets because of their beautiful patterns.

The patterns on cut & loop rugs or carpets are different from other carpets' patterns as they are all of the same colour and fibres. Unlike other carpets with patterns made using different fibres and colours, the patterns on cut & loop carpets are created by the texture differences between the looped pieces and the cut ends of the fibres. These patterns are perfect for camouflaging wear due to traffic, plus they add a luxurious style to your spaces. Below are some examples of cut and loop carpet styles.

◆ Striations & waves. These cut and loop patterns will draw anyone's attention to your floor and help hide small stains and traffic marks on the carpet.

◆ Swirls & vines. The vine-like pattern is a popular pattern in cut & loop carpets, thanks to its traditional elegance. The patterns can have different designs and thickness, depending on the material used.

◆ Lines, stripes & blocks. If you are a fan of the structured look, a cut & loop carpet with lines, blocks, or checks can be a perfect match. The patterns will work better than a plain rug if you intend to showcase your style through the rug.

Bold and bright

Now that rug manufacturers are competing to win consumers' hearts, new carpet designs are embracing colours and unique shapes. Carpets of unique colours like Orange, purple, jewel tones and multi-coloured rugs are now available in the market. With that in mind, you should expect to see more homes with bold carpet designs since there are no limits on what can be dyed on a carpet.

The bold and bright rugs will look magnificent as area rugs if you are looking for statement pieces. If you have a plain wall-to-wall carpet, you can strategically place the rugs over the carpet to bring out the popular layered look.

Handmade rugs

Handmade rugs have been in fashion for a long time, and they are not going away any time soon. You can choose to purchase a handmade rug from the store or online platforms or choose to make it yourself if you have the materials and the skills. Having a piece you have made yourself is satisfying, plus you can incorporate your imagination into the design.

The top reasons why most people choose handmade rugs for their living spaces include their durability, low maintenance, soft feel and their beautiful patterns. Having a handmade is also a lifetime investment since they never go out of style.

Handmade rugs will be one of the trendiest designs for 2021, especially when it comes to small area rugs. A handmade rug adds some personality, creativity and art to your floor, plus they will mostly be of a higher quality than their machine-made counterparts. The rug can be hand-knotted, flat weave or hand-tufted.