Hardwood floors are attractive, sumptuous, and great for adding a touch of class to any house. While some may think it's a shame to cover them up with a rug, we think it adds even more appeal, as well as comfort, individuality, and a handful of other advantages. But how do you go about finding the best Moroccan rug for your hardwood floors? Stay tuned and scroll down to learn how to select your ideal style!

Why Lay a Rug on Hardwood Floors?

Call us biased but we'll always throw out a rug rather than leave the flooring bare. But we assure you that there are several advantages to placing a rug on top of your wood flooring!

Rugs give warmth and comfort. Consider how comfortable it is to walk around on top of a soft Moroccan rug. Consider how it feels to walk on a raw wooden floor. It's nice, but a rug feels so much better! Aside from that, Moroccan rugs are a wise choice for families with children, making your environment not only more pleasant but also safer for crawlers and young children who are prone to falling.

Rugs help muffle sound. Is there an irritating echo in your house? Most likely, all you need to do is lay down a rug! Moroccan rugs (and other soft fabrics) are good at absorbing noise and preventing echoes because of their soft heaps or weaving.

Rugs shield your flooring from damage. If you're not careful, daily living, as well as heavy furniture, can cause lasting harm to your hardwood flooring. Keep your flooring in good condition by adding a rug! Moroccan rugs (together with a rug pad) help protect your floors from any potential harm caused by heavy furniture. Use bumpers or felt padding to assist decrease the impact on any furniture that does rest directly on the floor.

Rugs conceal floor damage. Did your dog's sharp nails damage your lovely hardwood floors? Or did you move into a house that already had damaged wood floors? We realize it's a disappointment, but the simplest method to conceal unsightly flaws is with a Moroccan rug. It's less expensive than a full floor renovation, and it's also a terrific option to just conceal the damage if you're not planning on putting new flooring.

Tips for Matching Your Rug to Your Floor

Now that you know why you should use a Moroccan rug on hardwood floors, let's go through how to pick the perfect style. The nice thing about wood floors is that they're virtually a blank canvas—so chances are, no matter the color or design, your favorite rug will look terrific on top of it. Having said that, we do have a few recommendations to send you in the right way. Let's get started!

Take note of the color of the wood grain. Examine the color variations inside the wood—these tones might help you pick a rug that complements your hardwood flooring. For example, if your flooring has a tinge of gray in the grain, consider a rug with a hint of the same shade.

Choose a suitable size. We have a lot of advice on choosing the correct size rug for your room. However, while selecting a rug for hardwood floors, you should also consider the following: Check that you're not covering up too much! If you want to show off your magnificent wood floors or distinctive inlaid elements, make sure you account for them before deciding on a Moroccan rug size. It's also perfectly OK to go with a lower size to highlight those flooring!

Make a contrast. Do you want your Moroccan rug to be the focal point of your room? Then select a rug that contrasts your hardwood flooring! It's a great way to make a statement, and we always appreciate it when a rug takes center stage! Stay tuned for color ideas for each wood tone below.

Or make it match! On the other hand, it's perfectly OK to choose a rug that complements your hardwood floors rather than stands out. If you have a statement piece of art or something else you want to draw attention to, this is an excellent way to make it stand out even more.

The Best Light Hardwood Floor Rugs

As previously said, hardwood floors are basically a blank canvas—and almost any rug will look great put on top! That being said, we have a few suggestions for rug types that would look great on top of light hardwood floors.

Blue rugs. Blue rugs in both light and dark tones complement and contrast wonderfully with light hardwood floors. This is because lighter wood typically has undertones of yellow, gold, or orange, and blue is opposite those colors on the color wheel.

Black and white rugs. These styles will also stand out against lighter surfaces and are an excellent choice if you like a neutral, bohemian aesthetic. Check out our black and white Moroccan rug collection—we're sure you'll find something you like!

The Best Dark Hardwood Floor Rugs

Traditional Moroccan rugs. Classic and vintage-inspired Moroccan rugs look great when layered on top of dark hardwood floors, owing to the fact that older homes built in the traditional style typically have darker flooring. To add all the vintage appeal, use a vibrant red or blazing orange tint.

Colors inspired by nature. Browns, greens, and blues—natural colors—are the ideal complement to darker, earthy wood and provide even more depth to the rich hardwood flooring.

Greys and ivories. Lighter hues and patterns will stand out against dark hardwood flooring, offering lots of neutral warmth and just a bit of color while still making an effect on the space's decor.