Navy and Cream Rugs

Navy and Cream Rug

True navy blue is a dark and elegant color that pairs well with gentle neutrals like cream or tan. And a navy and cream rug is an excellent way to introduce this color combination into your home. The versatile blend of navy and cream can work in almost any room, with styles ranging from chic to coastal and everything in between.

As you search for the perfect navy and cream area rug for your space, we hope you'll enjoy our selection from famous designers and brands like Libby Langdon, KAS, Jaipur Living, Surya, Safavieh, and Loloi. With rugs ranging from traditional to geometric, there's something for everyone's tastes.

Using a Navy and Cream Rug

True navy is so dark that it can look black in some light, but you'll have a spectrum of navy blue shades to choose from when selecting a navy and cream rug. This color combination is often matched with light blue, ivory, grey, pink, or red. We recommend picking a set palette of four to five colors to create a cohesive design, but a navy and cream area rug can also fit in with many existing styles.

Most navy blue and cream rugs will look peaceful and earthy, which means they can be used throughout the home. You might pick a cream rug with navy accents if you prefer lighter looks or a navy rug with cream accents for higher contrast.

We've highlighted some of our favorite ideas below for those who'd like more inspiration:

Living Room

A navy and cream striped rug in the living room can create a coastal or mature appeal that's inviting and soothing. The stripes can also visually enlarge the space in whichever direction they rug, and you can use this to your advantage. Try pairing your rug with tan or grey furniture to anchor the look.

Bedroom

Using a navy and ivory rug in the bedroom can create a soothing, mature, and masculine atmosphere. If you continue to play with these contrasting colors in the bedroom and accents, the design will feel cohesive and grounded.

Nursery

A navy blue and cream rug in the nursery might sound too mature, but if you add coastal themes and a few bright accent colors like light blue, pink, gold, or yellow, it can be comforting instead. This is an excellent option for those who'd like the nursery room to have a similar aesthetic to the rest of the home.

What's Next?

If you're ready to find the perfect best navy and cream rug for your room, please read over the tips below to avoid common buyer's mistakes:

• Measure Carefully: A placement guide and accurate measurements of your room are integral to picking the correct rug dimensions. Don't guess when you buy-you should know whether you need a cream and navy rug that's 8x10, 5x8, 6x9, or another size.
• Consider Durability: Think about the shoe traffic, soil, and moisture exposure your rug will need to stand up to. Buy a rug made from a material built to stand up the level of traffic in the zone so you can keep it clean.
• Get a Rug Pad:Add a rug pad to your order to protect the backing and pile on your rug from sliding damage and add years to its life.

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