Area Rugs in New Haven, Indiana
Area rugs define spaces, add warmth and texture, and protect hard surface floors. Whether you need a large living room rug or a small accent piece, Ruhl has options to complement your home.
Call (260) 749-4717Why Area Rugs?
Define Spaces
Area rugs visually anchor furniture groupings, defining a seating area within an open floor plan without walls.
Add Warmth
Hard surface floors look beautiful, but an area rug adds cozy warmth — especially in bedrooms and living rooms.
Protect Your Floors
High-quality area rugs protect hardwood and LVP floors from scratches caused by furniture legs and foot traffic.
Improve Acoustics
Rugs absorb sound and reduce echo in rooms with hard floors — especially important in open floor plans.
Add Color & Pattern
A well-chosen area rug can be the foundation of your entire room's color palette and design direction.
Layer & Change
Unlike permanent flooring, area rugs can be changed seasonally or when your style evolves.
Choosing the Right Size Rug
Living room: The most common approach is to have the front legs of all furniture pieces resting on the rug. For an 8×10 or 9×12 room, a 8×10 rug typically works well. Go larger if all legs need to be fully on the rug.
Bedroom: Place a rug under the lower two-thirds of the bed so it extends 18–24 inches on each side. A 5×8 works for a queen; 8×10 for a king.
Dining room: Your rug should be large enough that chairs remain on the rug even when pulled out. Add 24 inches to each side of your table for minimum sizing.
General rule: When in doubt, go bigger. The most common area rug mistake is choosing a rug that is too small.
Area Rug Materials
Wool
Most durable, naturally stain resistant, soft
Polypropylene
Affordable, stain resistant, great for high-traffic
Nylon
Durable, easy to clean, kid/pet friendly
Cotton
Soft, lightweight, machine washable options
Natural Fiber
Jute, sisal — casual and organic look
Viscose/Silk
Luxurious, silky look — lower traffic areas
Find the Perfect Area Rug
Visit our showroom or call us for help finding the right rug for your space.
(260) 749-4717