
To choose a floor carpet for the hall, you need to decide what kind of atmosphere the owner wants to create in the room. The size of the living room does not play a special role, you can always choose the appropriate option and arrange the room in its original form.

A correctly selected carpet will become a highlight of the interior of the hall in a city apartment or a country house
Features of floor carpets for the hall
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The carpet in the hall is often used to create a cozy atmosphere, although it is no longer considered very fashionable. A more suitable option is carpet flooring. It repeats all the possibilities of noise and thermal insulation. It can be carpet, marmoleum, etc.

The carpet with the original pattern will attract attention
The rug in the living room has a slightly different specificity. Based on the fact that the hall is the main room in the house, it is advisable to choose a more durable carpet. The whole family gathers in the living room in the evenings, holidays, and the arrival of guests. It is better if the carpet is more durable than in other rooms.
By the length of the pile, you can find out which carpet should be selected in the hall. In the living room, it is practical to pick up a shallow covering. An exception is a unique interior design.
When choosing such a coating, it will have to be carefully looked after. If the design is supposed to be just such a palace into the room, the landlord must be prepared for very careful handling.
In all other cases, a carpet in a room with a medium or short pile is perfect.
Wear resistance can be judged by the inside of the product. The highest quality models of a tight type of weaving. It is necessary to turn the carpet upside down and make sure that it does not shine through.

Bright irregularly shaped rug as an accent in a contemporary style living room
The advantage of short pile coatings is their ability to support the weight of furniture (sofas, tables, cabinets) without deformation. So, models with a short pile serve for a long time, do not lose their shape and original appearance.
Varieties of carpets
As an integral part of the decor, the buyer chooses between two types of carpet: classic models and carpet paths. In shape and size, they can be different.

The carpet can be used for zoning the living room
Palace
It is inexpedient to lay the rugs in the hall. They are thinner than ordinary carpets. Using them in the living room is simply impractical. Thin fabric will quickly wear out, lose its original appearance and deteriorate.

Factory palace with an abstract pattern in the hall with a bright interior
Carpet paths
Such models are no longer fashionable, but rather irrelevant. They are produced in one single form of small format. Therefore, carpets are not suitable for use in every living room.

Carpet in contrasting colors in the interior of the hall with a dark floor
Long-Carpets
Long-pile carpets are also rare. Most often they are used as a background for polished furniture to create a “counterweight” for a glossy finish.

Soft carpets with a long pile are more pleasant to the touch than others, so it is better to lay them where you like to walk barefoot
When choosing, you need to look not only at the quality and length of the pile, but also at the carpet structure.
Other
You can choose other carpets in the hall from the photo. This will help to more clearly imagine how they will look in the interior of the house. For example, whether the chosen option will look beautiful in the nursery or is it better to use it for the modern design of the teenager’s room.
- Saxony. It is a sheared pile of twisted yarn.
- Loop number 1. Has the same fiber length.
- Loop No. 2. Consists of fibers of different lengths.
- Velor smooth.
- Frieze. Twisted long pile.
- Cat loop. Consists of uncut and cut loops.
Velor carpets are not suitable for bedding under furniture. These carpets have such a structure that even footprints from steps are visible on them.
All coatings are not capricious and easy to care for. They can be used in places with high traffic.
Carpet Shapes
The type of carpet can be any: depending on which configuration is more suitable for the interior. They can be oval, round or in the form of various figures.
- Geometric shapes look appropriate in rooms of almost any format and size. They are often used as a backdrop for other interior items.
Carpet of original shape with colorful circles in the colors of the upholstery of soft chairs
- The oval carpet has a smooth shape in the corners. It has a soft flow effect that allows you to expand the area of the room. On the oval-shaped palace, the gaze does not stumble on sharp corners - visually the space becomes larger.
A round or oval rug can create interesting visual effects that affect the perception of a room’s space.
- Rectangular is the most common form of carpet. The rectangular configuration is suitable for all interior styles. It introduces an element of freedom and minimalism. Carpets of this shape serve for a long time thanks to the special decoration of the corners. They are made so that they do not tuck. Corners can be used as substrates for furniture.
A rectangular carpet with a catchy print will be appropriate in a house where the owners are young energetic people
- The most popular are rectangular carpets with rounded corners that prevent them from tucking during operation. Corners come with ornament or plain.
Neat rug with rounded edges in the lounge area
Pattern and shape should look harmonious together. Originality does not hurt, but it is important not to overload the carpet with incompatible design elements.
Carpet Size Selection
The assortment in stores allows you to find a suitable option - from huge models to island small rugs.

If desired, a large carpet can completely cover the floor in the living room

A small artificial rug will serve as an element uniting furniture into a compositional group
Choose the size of the palace in accordance with the dimensions of the room. A small rug looks comical in spacious halls. But in a small room it will be very handy. You can use several small carpets in one room in impassable places. It will look cozy, and you won’t have to spend a lot of time cleaning.
Carpet Materials
Carpets on the floor in the photo hall can be natural and artificial. In each group there are many textures and colors. Natural products are made from wool, cotton and silk.

Patterned rugs traditionally decorate classic living rooms.
- Wool. The woolen palace in the room in the photo is easy to distinguish: it can be woven or made of hide.
- Cotton. A cotton carpet is suitable for the bathroom and toilet. Cotton absorbs allergens and is therefore greatly appreciated. Rugs for children's halls are also made from this material.
- Silk. Silk carpets are very beautiful, but not at all practical. They are not used as flooring - they quickly deteriorate and are poorly cleaned.
- Other.You can pick up a carpet in a room made of artificial materials. They are cheaper and longer last, they can be washed. Such models do not lose their original appearance. They are made from acrylic, polyester, viscose and bamboo.

At the peak of popularity viscose carpets imitating woolen products
Carpet Styles and Colors
A suitable model should harmoniously fit into the style of the hall. This is not necessarily a classic option; original designer items can also look good.
There are several styles that can be used to create rugs:
- Baroque - in this style it is better to use carpets with complex patterns. It is better to opt for the classic rectangular configuration with a fringe around the edges. Color can be anything from light to rich brown shades.
Baroque rug is a real work of art, most often handmade
- Vintage - fit velor with the effect of scuffs. The antique pattern itself looks unusual, so you should abandon the complex wicker patterns.
The peculiarity of a vintage carpet is that it looks new, as after many years of operation
- Loft - a carpet with small scuffs and ornaments will look great.
Carpet in a loft style may look like an old Soviet carpet with blots
- Minimalism - in this style they use angular rugs of geometric shape, plain and without a pattern. Color can be any.
A plain carpet with a small pile - a suitable option for a living room in a minimalist style
- Scandinavian - a lint-free carpet mat of light shades is suitable. You can lay the skin with a soft pile.
Carpet “Scandi” with a small geometric pattern
In ethnic interiors you can use skins, but only in exotic versions: zebra, leopard, lion.
The choice of shade of the carpet is better to combine with the color of the floors. A light carpet can be laid on a dark floor for more comfort in the room. There are universal models that are appropriate in any environment. For example, a light beige carpet.

The color of the carpet should be combined with any object in the living room
Carpeting should be chosen in the same color as the room. This will help to adjust the room, make it visually longer. Or in contrast to create an accent.
Photos of design examples of floor carpets for the hall
In order not to be mistaken with the choice of a palace in the hall on the floor, you should use photos of examples of design of floor carpets for the hall. According to it, you can navigate how different types of carpets look in certain styles and whether they really fit into an equipped room.

Artificially aged boho-chic ethnic rug for living room

Good accents from bright carpets in a white living room

Sometimes you should step aside from the rules, for example, to dilute a cold minimalist interior with a bright handmade carpet

The geometric pattern on the carpet affects the visual perception of the space of the room
It is not difficult to pick up a modern model in the hall. The main thing is to ensure that the carpet harmoniously fits into the situation: wallpaper, furniture, flooring.
Video on how to choose and where to put the carpet