Repeat one color and vary another.

Repeat a neutral from the palette and let the pattern carry an accent. With a bold wall, a quiet rug can preserve that focal point. Retailer photos are not a reliable exact color match.

Check the actual footprint.

Mark the intended rug edges in the room. Account for the couch, table, doors and walking routes. A rug may extend beneath seating, while a coffee table needs clear floor space. Those are different placement rules.

Screen colors are a guide. Test physical samples in your home.

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