Janie Grace Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I'm talking floor rugs, not wall-to-wall carpeting. I need something soft and durable and cheerful and reasonably priced. We have one rug from Pottery Barn but we don't have a PB budget anymore. What would you suggest? Not looking for something formal... more like a fun family room rug. THANKS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 We've bought a few things from Home Decorators, including a rug, and we've been uniformly pleased. The rug we purchased lasted a long time, surviving three moves and one fringe-happy child (it was finally done in by a deceptively innocent looking kitten, but we can't blame the rug for that). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I successfully ordered an area rug from Home Decorators.com. I also bought one at a parking-lot sale at "The Great Indoors," a store 'round my way. I think it is a Sears affiliate. The rug from Great Indoors has held up nicely for 9 years, in the family room of my house (constant use). The catalog-ordered one has held up fine for about 7 years, but it is in a low-use room, so I'm not sure. Those were both pretty inexpensive. ETA: The Great Indoors is a Sears affiliate, but apparently, they all closed. :( boo. That was a cool store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I have luck at the Goodwill. I mean you dont have the best selection but with kids and dogs i dont want to pay a lot for a rug that will just get messed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett_ashley Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 homedecorators.com jossandmain.com onekingslane.com rugsusa.com I like to use indoor/outdoor rugs because they are cheaper, often reversible (twice the wear) and wash off with a hose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sneezyone Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I always use overstock.com They have TONS in inventory in a million different sizes. On my scxreen the colors have always been true and they ship right to my door for $5...no lugging things home from a store. My 9x12 thick 100% wool living room rug cost me about $500. The 8x10 braided wool ones that I got for my kids' rooms were under $250. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I have needed a rug for years. I still don't have one. I cannot spend thousands of dollars. I was looking at home decorators. They have some nice ones with reviews. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I've been pleasantly surprised by how well the rug I got from IKEA over a decade ago has held up. I can't swear that the new ones are as durable, but I never would've guessed that the one I bought for <$100 way back when would look decent today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddykate Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Garage sales. Seriously, I have found some very, very nice rugs at yard sales for practically nothing. The most expensive one I bought was for $40.00 and it was huge and in excellent condition. You have to be particular - check for no pets, no smoking, etc. but really good deals are out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 The last carpet I bought was from a yard sale but they told me they bought it from Home Depot. We have purchased 2 area rugs from Home Depot. So far we have been pleased. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 homedecorators.comjossandmain.com onekingslane.com rugsusa.com I like to use indoor/outdoor rugs because they are cheaper, often reversible (twice the wear) and wash off with a hose. A question.. jossandmain.com and onekingslane.com want my email address. Are they going to send me annoying emails every day? Are their prices/products worth the hassle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 I always use overstock.com They have TONS in inventory in a million different sizes. On my scxreen the colors have always been true and they ship right to my door for $5...no lugging things home from a store. My 9x12 thick 100% wool living room rug cost me about $500. The 8x10 braided wool ones that I got for my kids' rooms were under $250. Thanks! I was just coming back to ask you about shipping. The rugs look great and there is free shipping today (ends today). But if it's only $5 usually, I don't need to stress and decide this minute, I guess. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 I've been pleasantly surprised by how well the rug I got from IKEA over a decade ago has held up. I can't swear that the new ones are as durable, but I never would've guessed that the one I bought for <$100 way back when would look decent today. Good to know. We're going up there soon for some shelves... I'll check them out online to see if there are any I like (although WHY don't they hire someone to update their website? It's so un-user-friendly!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett_ashley Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 A question.. jossandmain.com and onekingslane.com want my email address. Are they going to send me annoying emails every day? Are their prices/products worth the hassle? yes they will, morning and evening. I set up gmail so that they go directly to a folder that I only read if I'm in the mood or in the market for something. There are several ways to do this, a few are listed here. http://www.online-tech-tips.com/google-softwaretips/block-spam-email/ Like most of these "flash deal" sites there are some really good deals to be had and some that are just so-so or even more expensive than tjmaxx or HomeGoods. I bought this rug on jossandmain for $39 and it shipped directly from RugsUSA where they are selling it today for $71. I got this lighting fixture for my bathroom remodel for $139 on jossandmain with free shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Another vote for IKEA -- we have an IKEA rug in one high-traffic room and it has held up great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sneezyone Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Thanks! I was just coming back to ask you about shipping. The rugs look great and there is free shipping today (ends today). But if it's only $5 usually, I don't need to stress and decide this minute, I guess. :) Yes, regular everyday shipping is usually only $5 and they run specials for free shipping on a regular basis. I've yet to find any store that compares to their prices on area rugs. I even made my mom buy hers from there too and she was thrilled with the rug. Just pay attention to the reviews. I've never been unhappy with an item with 4 or more stars. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdeno Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Vote for Ikea. I have 2 in super high traffic rooms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhrice3 Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 I have had tons of success buying oriental carpets of various sizes on ebay. I don't go in for their "value"; I am usually just looking for specific size and color. Good luck, ReneeR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtoamiracle Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Improvements catalog and amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 (edited) I do not have an Ikea rug, but the blogger at housetweaking.com just painted stripes on a plain beige Ikea rug. It looks fabulous. Just throwing it out there in case you are up for something cheap and creative. Terri Edited October 29, 2012 by plansrme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Costco. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 (edited) I buy rugs from Overstock or Pottery Barn. I make sure they have lots of reviews. I order the smallest size (2 x 3, 3 x 5) so I can see the colors and so if I don't like the rug, it will be easy to return. The first picture is from Overstock. You can see the color difference between what I bought and O's photo. Edited October 28, 2012 by RoughCollie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sneezyone Posted October 29, 2012 Share Posted October 29, 2012 I buy rugs from Overstock or Pottery Barn. I make sure they have lots of reviews. I order the smallest size (2 x 3, 3 x 5) so I can see the colors and so if I don't like the rug, it will be easy to return. The first picture is from Overstock. You can see the color difference between what I bought and O's photo. [ATTACH]10750[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]10751[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]10752[/ATTACH] I think this is the same pattern as my living room rug, only I think I got it in a slightly lighter shade...it is a little more turquoise. Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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