Rustic Farmhouse Rug Runners

Decorating with Rustic Runner Rugs

A rustic runner rug can help you achieve that pure, raw, rugged vibe that the style is known for, all while making your floors warmer.

Why a Rustic Runner Rug?

Interior decorators love using the rustic runner rug-?also known as a farmhouse runner rug-?in homes that could use a natural touch. Homes decorated with farmhouse, rustic, shabby chic, vintage, and the like also do well with these accent pieces.

Rustic runner rug style in homes around the globe, and in every region, may have different ideas of what rustic or country decor is. However, most rustic styles share the muted colors, primitive furniture, and vintage textiles.

The following ideas lend insight into how you might use a rustic or farmhouse runner rug in a home:

• A farmhouse style runner rug can work well in almost any hallway, and it can also serve as a farmhouse kitchen runner. These beautiful rugs make kitchens and halls seem more welcoming, soft, and inviting.
• A rustic rug runner can also work well in the bedroom or living room to define the walking area. This both protects the floor from the high-traffic zone and offers a soft, insulated surface for your feet.
• A modern farmhouse runner rug can also work well in chic decor styles, adding a hint of classic vintage to the space. Most homes with this decor will opt for a grey or more faded color to accentuate the rustic feel of the piece.

A Closer Look at Rustic Runner Rugs

Because rustic runner rugs are available with so many variations, there's something for almost any home. From a warm, romantic style that goes well with browns and tans to a cool minimalist style that works better with whites and greys, the so-called farmhouse runner rug is a jack of all trades.

Some rustic runner rugs focus on simplicity. For example, a farmhouse casual home might use sisal or jute runners in the halls to ground and center the space.

Pick your rug's design, color, and style based on the image you want to conjure for the best effect.

Is a Farmhouse Runner Rug Right for Me?

If your home isn't decorated in farmhouse style, don't let the name put you off! Vintage rugs are classic in farmhouse decor, but the rugs themselves won't be barn red or stereotypically farm style. As long as you enjoy the patterns and colors of these rustic rugs, there's a runner for every home!

To find the right one, you'll need to measure your space. Ideally, you want to keep 12 inches of bare floor between the edge of your runner rug and the wall, so plan accordingly.

Also, use a color picker tool to compare your existing palette with your rug options on the color wheel.

Choosing the Perfect Rustic Runner Rug

With your size and color preferences in mind, use the search filters to narrow the hundreds of results and find a rustic runner rug that works for your home. And don't forget to buy a pad, so your rug stays in place and is softer to walk on!

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