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Karma Carpets / Rugs & Textiles

A rug grounds a room the way nothing else can — underfoot warmth, color and texture, all in one honest piece you'll keep for years.

This is the rug edit, rooted in our Tibetan carpet heritage: hand-knotted craft, wool and jute compared, the boho layered look, and the sizing rules that save you from the too-small-rug mistake. Buy well once and buy right.

The Best Tibetan Rugs for a Warm, Grounded Home
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The Best Tibetan Rugs for a Warm, Grounded Home

The best Tibetan and Tibetan-style wool rugs to buy — hand-knotted heritage designs, tiger rugs and modern takes, plus how to spot real quality and shop ethically.

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Rugs by MaterialWool, jute and hand-knotted craft.
The Best Wool Area Rugs for Comfort and Durability1

The Best Wool Area Rugs for Comfort and Durability

The best wool area rugs for living rooms and bedrooms — hand-tufted, flatweave and hand-knotted…

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The Best Hand-Knotted Rugs: A Buyer's Guide2

The Best Hand-Knotted Rugs

The best hand-knotted rugs to buy and how to judge quality — knot density, wool grade and origi…

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The Best Jute Rugs for a Natural, Textured Base3

The Best Jute Rugs for a Natural, Textured Base

The best jute rugs for layering and natural texture — soft jute, jute-and-wool blends and boucl…

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Style & SizingGetting the look and the fit right.
The Best Boho Area Rugs for a Layered, Lived-In Look1

The Best Boho Area Rugs for a Layered, Lived-In Look

The best boho area rugs — vintage-washed, Moroccan, kilim and fringed styles that bring warm, e…

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How to Choose an Area Rug Size for Every Room2

How to Choose an Area Rug Size for Every Room

A simple guide to choosing the right area rug size for living rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms …

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Good to Know

Frequently Asked

What is the most durable rug material?
Wool is the most durable natural fiber for everyday use — soft, springy and stain-resistant — and a hand-knotted wool rug can last decades. Jute is great for layering but less suited to damp or high-spill rooms.
What size rug do I need for a living room?
An 8x10 rug suits most living rooms, with 9x12 for larger spaces. The key rule is that at least the front legs of your sofa and chairs should sit on the rug.
Are Tibetan rugs and Tibetan-style rugs the same?
No. A true Tibetan rug is hand-knotted from Himalayan wool using the Tibetan knot, while Tibetan-style rugs are machine-loomed to look similar — the same aesthetic at a lower price, fine for most homes.
How do I stop my rug from slipping?
Use a felt-and-rubber rug pad sized slightly smaller than the rug. It grips the floor, adds cushioning and extends the life of the rug by absorbing wear.