Rugs and carpets for the living room, by type and price

Design IRL Editorial · Prices checked 7 November 2026 · No brand has paid to appear in this guide · How we make our guides

A rug that's fine in a quiet bedroom won't last under a busy dining table. Size, wear and budget decide the best rug for your living room, so the ones below are sorted by price.

Prices are as listed on each brand's own site on the date above, and brands can change them at any time. A price range usually means different sizes, and each rug sits in the band of its lowest price. Within each band, rugs are in price order, which isn't a ranking.

Which kind of rug do you need?

Handwoven and flatweave: Thin and without a raised pile, often lighter and easier to move. Works well for: busy rooms, and homes where you want to move or wash a rug more easily.
Hand-tufted: Has a soft pile, usually made faster than a knotted rug. Works well for: a soft feel underfoot at a mid-range price.
Hand-knotted: Each knot is tied by hand, so it takes the longest to make. Works well for: a long-term piece you plan to keep.
Natural fibres: Jute and similar fibres add texture but feel coarser underfoot. Works well for: a relaxed, layered look.

Measure first. In a living room, many people choose a rug large enough for at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs to sit on it.

From under ₹5,000

₹5,000 to ₹15,000

₹15,000 to ₹40,000

₹40,000 to ₹1 lakh

Over ₹1 lakh

What to check before you buy

Size: Which size is the price for, and does it fit your room?
Care: Can it be cleaned at home, or does it need a specialist?
Shedding: Wool and hand-tufted rugs can shed at first. Ask what to expect.
Grip: Does it need an anti-slip underlay, and is one included?
Delivery and returns: Does the brand deliver to your city, and can you return a made-to-order rug?

How we chose these products

We picked rugs from Indian brands on Design IRL's marketplace, looking for a range of types and prices that could suit a living room, and compared each price with the brand's site.

We haven't tested these products. This is a starting point, not a complete list.

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