Layered rug ideas for indoors and outdoors are what we'd love to share with you today. We have layered welcome mats, layered jute rugs, layered rugs in the living room and so much more to show you.
We are also excited to share how you can have layered doormats be part of your home any and every day of the year. Don't waste any time, read on to find out how.
We have shared with you layered rugs in our post 5 Spring Decorating Ideas For A Small Front Porch and you loved it. So we wanted to share with you some other ideas for layering rugs.
When it comes to layered rugs ideas, it might surprise you that they can be incorporated in your holiday decor. We have some fun inspiration to show you. Come See!
Layered Rug Ideas
Before I share some beautiful layered rug ideas I want to give you some tips on shopping for rugs for your layered rug design.
First, you will need at least two rugs to get a layered look. I recommend a standard doormat for the top layer and then a small rug as the bottom layer. I recommend at least three inches around the edge.
However, I have seen larger under layer rugs and they look beautiful too. The main thing is to keep the under rug at least three inches more than the mat.
Okay, so now that you know how to shop for a layered rug let's get started curating some ideas for your front door.
RATHER WATCH THAN READ?
Hyland Homestead
This layer welcome mat sends the message that home is where the heart is. If you love the farmhouse look, take some notes from Brittney's at Hyland Homestead layered rug.
If you already have a welcome mat and a solid color rug but want a cute rectangle pattern on your rug, check out our post How To Make An Easy DIY Rug Out Of A Drop Cloth And Chalk Paint. We show how to use chalk paint on material and you could get this look on a plan rug with ease.
Cara Massie Design
Cara at Cara Massie Design just released a post on Modern Farmhouse Porch decor and in her post, she shares about this layered rug idea.
This jute rug looks great with the buffalo check welcome mat top rug. Natural fiber rugs are great for outdoor layering.
Also, going with a larger rug gives a carpet effect and really helps to remove any dirt when people enter.
Melissa Mahoney
When we were looking for layered rug ideas, we came across Melissa's at Melissa Mahoney. We loved how she used fun geometrical pattern rug and layered them.
The Painted Piano
Remember when we mentioned that layered rugs could be used in holiday decor? This fall layered rug idea by Angie at The Painted Piano is beautiful!
The rug set stand out even among the pumpkins and mums! Also buffalo check base layer rugs are super popular for many years and this is a great example of using a smaller bottom rug. Your base layer doesn't have to be super large so if you are limited on space you can still layer.
Fleur de Licia
This is a simple and sweet fall porch. The layered rugs add to the decor. The look encompasses everything that is a fall farmhouse like the neutral colors and wooden sign.
Beautiful design Fleur de Licia! This layered rug trend has truly made everyones porch look so cozy!
Morgan Miller Blog
The black and white color palette on Morgan's at Morgan Miller Blog front porch is classic. This striped accent rug topped with a welcome mat that greets visitors is simply perfection.
Simply adding a few fall elements transforms this layered rug into fall. Once Christmas comes all she has to do is change out the fall decor for Christmas and like magic she has a Christmas porch.
See how the bold contrast in the stripe rug bring visual interest to her front porch?
Kristen Fortier
Here's one more layered rug idea for your fall porch. Buffalo checked rugs look great under welcome mats. Especially one that says ‘hi!'
Love this Kristen Fortier!
2561 Farmhouse
We're heading straight into winter with our layered rugs. This Christmas styled front porch is gorgeous and the layered rugs are icing on Santa's cookie. 2561 Farmhouse has all the cozy Christmas feels!
Nesting Blissfully Interiors
Julia at Nesting Blissfully Interiors has a farmhouse Christmas porch here. Don't be surprised if the definition of such a porch in the near feature includes a layered rug in order to be considered a true farmhouse porch.
This layered rug idea is lovely! It will bring joy to all that cross its threshold.
Our Home Life
This merry & bright layered rug look on Joina's at Our Home Life Christmas porch is precious. Using a buffalo check as the under rug is perfect because you can just change the top welcome mat and create a new look.
Floral & Pearls
We promised that we would include an indoor look in this post. Nicole at Floral & Pearls shows us her living room with layered rugs.
Our favorite thing about layering rugs is that you don't have to settle on just one favorite. You can combine two favorites and pull off a great look!
Light Hearted Living
Meghanne at Light Hearted Living has match up two neutral area rugs in her living room and stacked them. They look amazing together. Even the different textures look as though they would feel phenomenal under your toes.
Spring Layered Rug
Now for layered rugs, I have created at my house.
After many years of being an interior designer you might say I have layered a few rugs interior and exterior but my favorite place to bring this design element is on my porch.
I mean layering rugs on yoru porch give it character, depth, a whole new dimension and brings a hint of what decor is inside.
Let's start with this one I created in springtime for spring porch decorating ideas.
This layered rug set is made from a custom bleached drop cloth rug I made. I stenciled the design on it with outdoor acrylic paint. This rug is very durable and I share more in the last layered rug set on how to make and paint your own rug.
This year I decided to add some style to my bottom layer so I made these tassels and added them to a bleached drop cloth. I really like how it turned out but my kitty seems to like the most because he keeps playing with the tassels. LOL!
Here are direction on how to make a rug with tassels.
Christmas Layered Rug
This layered rug set is all homemade. The top layer, I stenciled the writing on a doormat and the bottom layer I chalk painted stripes on a dropcloth.
Patriotic Layered Rugs
I love decorating our porch for holidays and independence day is a favorite. This layered rug ensemble is made of a rug I found on clearance at Target and the same mat like the one for spring.
Conclusion
Well we have come to the end of decorating you with layered rugs. These rug combinations are so inspiring! Here are a few design tips to help you add character and charm to your porch or room.
Designer Tips for Layering Interior Rugs
- Start with a neutral base rug: Choose a neutral rug like a sisal or flat-weave to anchor the space, especially on hardwood floors.
- Layer a smaller rug for style: Add a pop of color or texture with a sheepskin, wool rug, or vintage rug layered under a coffee table and furniture.
- Use a rug pad: Helps prevent slipping, adds comfort, and avoids tripping hazards—especially important in living rooms.
- Try different shapes and materials: Mix a round cowhide with a rectangle low-pile rug for an eye-catching combo.
- Watch your placement: Center rugs under key furniture pieces and consider angling the top rug for a designer look.
- Keep kids and traffic in mind: For high foot traffic areas or homes with kids, use durable, low-pile rugs and secure every layer.
Designer Tips for Layered Porch and Front Door Rugs
- Start with the right rug combo: Use an indoor-outdoor neutral or pattern rug as the base and layer a seasonal or patterned doormat on top.
- Stick to low-pile or flat-weave: They’re easier to clean and lay flatter to reduce tripping hazard risk.
- Use a rug pad made for outdoors: Prevents slipping and allows moisture to dry—perfect for front door areas that are exposed to elements.
- Play with textures and color: Layer doormats with red and cream, black and white, or any pop of color that fits your holiday or porch style.
- Frame the entry: Position rugs so they sit nicely under a door wreath, planter, or front step for a cohesive look.
- Consider durability: Choose doormats and rugs specifically rated for outdoor use. They resist fading and keep their colors vibrant longer.
Layered rug ideas are trending and we hope you love them as much as the rest of the farmhouse community does. There are so many perfect combinations you can put together. We'd love to see what you come up with.
Happy Decorating!
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