Great store with good variety of area rugs.

Online since:       2003
Items in stock:    About 300
Free shipping?   Yes
Ships to:               Continental US & Canada

A leading online retailer of handmade Persian & oriental rugs.

Online since:       2001
Items in stock:    About 10,000
Free shipping?   Yes (for basic shipping)
Ships to:               US & Canada

One of the biggest online stores for area rugs.
From bold contemporary rugs to luxurious traditional patterns.

Online since:       2002
Items in stock:    About 25,000
Free shipping?   Yes (for continental US orders)
Ships to:               US, Canada & Puerto Rico

Offers a huge selection of oriental, contemporary, braided, outdoor, kids, novelty & stair rugs.

Online since:       2005
Items in stock:    About 11,400
Free shipping?   Depends on the item
Ships to:               US

Offers thousands of area rugs in lots of styles, sizes and patterns.

Online since:       2001
Items in stock:    About 2,800
Free shipping?   No
Ships to:               US

Online store of beautiful area rugs from famous manufacturers.

Online since:       2005
Items in stock:    About 1,400
Free shipping?   No
Ships to:               Continental USA

Retailer of brand name area rugs and carpets.

Online since:       2006
Items in stock:    About 650
Free shipping?   Yes (For orders over $50)
Ships to:               Continental USA

Area rugs are floor coverings made from heavily woven wool, cotton, silk or synthetic material (nylon).

They help decorating our rooms and the amazing patterns which they carry, add life, warmth and style.
Most of the rugs are rectangular by shape but they come in square, oval and round designs as well.

These rugs can be either hand or machine made and naturally, the first option is pricier.
They come in various styles like Persian, oriental, braided or contemporary.

The internet is jam packed with online shopping sites which are exclusively dedicated to quality area rugs.
These retailers offer a large selection of pieces for sale, made by leading manufacturers, for each and every room of the house, taste and budget.

Since the net is a very competitive environment, prices are low in general and a lot of online rug dealers offer cheap / discounted items, free delivery, special deals and real bargains.

Browsing the catalog is pretty easy and it includes endless ideas (with photos) for the perfect carpet.
All you have to do is choosing a relevant category and start examining the actual designs.

A typical area rug store would include categories like sisal, bamboo, shag, oriental, jute, wool and outdoor rugs.

All the stores which are listed here are credible, trustworthy & safe, however, it's still wise to look into the following points in order to avoid unnecessary headaches and disappointments.

Shipping - Does the store ship only within the US? (Many shops can't deliver furniture to Alaska & Hawaii).
Does the store ship internationally? Does it ship to APO / FPO addresses?
How do they ship? There are several methods like: UPS, truck, White Glove deliveries and others.
How long does it take to deliver?
How much does the shipping actually cost (in some cases, it's totally free of charge).
Does the shipping fee include assembly, if needed?

Warranty – Is there a clear and reasonable warranty or a guarantee policy?

Cancellations – What happens if you want to cancel your order? Is it possible? Is there an easy process for that procedure? Is there a fine for cancelling?

Returns – Can you return an item if you're not satisfied? Is there a restocking fee?

Customer Service – Is there a clear number of the customer service department in case there's a problem?

FAQ – Does the store have a detailed FAQ section which answers most common questions?

Satisfaction Guarantee – Many stores offer satisfaction / money back guarantee (always a major plus).

Lowest Price Guarantee – Some stores offer it and it's an important added value for a lot of consumers.