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Affordable Area Rugs Under $300

RugExpedition disclosure statement I really hope I’m not the only one who has a room that is utterly neglected; filled with mismatched furniture and random junk that should be tossed but never seems to make it out to the trash can or the donation bin.  For years, this type of room in my house served as a playroom for my kids.  And it was a disaster!  This disaster of a playroom is getting a makeover and becoming a shared office space!

This photo is humiliating and I’ve had enough.   The time has come to convert this space to a valuable area for my family, so over the next couple of months I’m going to give it a full makeover and turn it into a shared office and study space for myself and my kids.  I am so pumped to have a designated work area that actually inspires good work and study habits!

So far I have cleaned out all of the toys and furniture (except for a large arm chair, which I plan to slipcover).  And perhaps most importantly, I have added a gorgeous new area rug from Rug Expedition to help brighten up the space!  That old rug was too stodgy and red for my liking!  This forgotten room is getting a makeover and being turned into a new office space! The new rug from RugExpedition.com is the first step!

I adore this rug.  I think it is the perfect blend of color and pattern for the ages of people that will be using this room!  I wish I had the entire space finished already, but you will just have to check back for updates as I make progress on getting my home office and study space completed!  This blue chevron rug is a perfect solution for a shared office space makeover!

But guys, in the meantime, let me tell you that if you’re in need of a new area rug for your own home, you should check out Rug Expedition.  They’re a family owned and operated company based in the U.S. that carries an enormous selection of gorgeous rugs from top manufacturers.  Plus, they offer FREE shipping in the Continental U.S., no sales tax (outside of Texas), a lowest price match guarantee, and easy returns.  That makes shopping for a rug online virtually foolproof!

While I was searching for a rug for my new office space, I couldn’t believe how many gorgeous options they had, and at incredible prices.  To give you just a taste of what you can find on RugExpedition.com, I rounded up some of my favorite 5′ x 7′ rugs under $300.  Click the links for pricing info and more on any of the rugs below.

The best rug deals are found online! I've rounded up some of my favorite affordable area rug options in this post.

I know you’re going to love them!

Zara Ivory Rug

This is the rug I chose for my new office space and I am so happy with it!
Zara Rug - a beautiful flat weave rug.

Natura Gray Rug  Natura Gray - a pretty area rug option.

Augusta Jaqueline Grey This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! Augusta Jaqueline Grey

Galicha 43 Greyish TanThis affordable area rug in shades of beige and cream would look beautiful in any room. Galicha 43

Wilshire Gray Ivory  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! Wilshire Gray Ivory

Plush Shag Rug  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room!

Bella Charcoal  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! Bella Charcoal

Heritage Modern Chevron Rug  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of green and cream would look great in any room! Heritage Rug Modern Chevron

Varanas Light Gray  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! Varanas Light Gray

Brentwood RugThis affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! Brentwood

Riviera RugThis affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room!

Ivory Herringbone  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room!

Cine 12 Neutral Area Rug  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of beige and cream would look great in any room! Augusta Jaqueline Grey

Barcelona Soft Gray Rug  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room! .Barcelona Soft Gray Rug

Wilshire Ivory  This affordable area rug in pretty shades of gray and cream would look great in any room!

These were just some of my favorite affordable rug options from Rug Expedition, but I promise you that there are so many more. If you didn’t like my choices, I know you’ll find something else that you love!  Make sure to check them out online and to connect with them on social media, too!  You can find them on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Instagram.

Also, I hope that you’ll check back for updates on my office space!  I’m planning to paint the room this weekend.  Fingers crossed it actually happens!

Bre

Comments

  4. Angie @ ambient wares says

    These are all lovely but, the only place without carpet in my house is the kitchen and I don’t want to put a super nice rug in there… I’ll destroy it way too fast! 🙂 I’m sharing this for sure!

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    • Bre says

      Aaah I know – kitchen rugs get so much use! I have been using indoor/outdoor rugs in my kitchen though and they’ve held up amazingly well! Just spray them off outside and they’re clean and fresh again! Thanks for stopping by and sharing, Angie! Hope you had a great weekend!

    • Bre says

      Thanks, Amy! I do, too! It instantly took 20 years off the age of the room! Now I just need to get moving on EVERYTHING else in there!

    • Bre says

      Hi, Nancy – they really do! That’s a great choice, and thanks for stopping by. Good luck!

  8. Maggie says

    Thanks for the information on the rugs. I am always looking for new sites to explore. I have so many ideas in my head for my home I don’t know where to start. I really like the Cine 12 rug neutral rug.

    Reply

  11. SONJA HANSEN says

    Beautiful rugs. It would be such a delight to choose just the right one for our new living room décor.

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    • Bre says

      Yes, that’s a great one, Bailey! And I hear ya – the prices are SO good for awesome rugs! Thanks for stopping by and good luck!

  28. Jen L says

    There were quite a few there I would be very happy to have, but the Bombay Denim Blue is really one that would suit my home. Thanks for the chance!

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  31. Barrie says

    so many awesome rugs to choose from! I like the Mystique 1074 Multi. It has browns and blues to make it match many things.

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  32. shannon fowler says

    Moda 04 Onyx is probably my favorite, but there are tons i love. we are moving soon, so we just may need a few of these.

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    • Bre says

      Shannon- good luck with your move! I like your rug choice! Thanks for entering and good luck. 🙂

  35. Edmond says

    Good Golly Miss Molly . My choice: Moda 04 Onyx . Divine. . Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generosity. 🙂

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    • Bre says

      Edmond – you are so kind! Thanks for this nice comment. I like your rug choice and wish you good luck in the giveaway!

  43. Sam says

    My top choices would be Ivory Floral Splendor, Black/Ivory or Plum/Ivory Aubusson, Circe 6282 Antique Cream/ruby, Black Peacock Feather or Sage Peacock Floral. Would have to pin down which one of those would work best in what area.S

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