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Homes & Gardens
Hebe Hatton

How do you combine two rugs in one room? Shea Mcgee says the best formula is all about contrasts

Neutral bedroom with four post bed.

There are many reasons you might want to bring two rugs into one room. It's a great way to zone a larger space, subtly dividing a room it different areas. Or in a smaller room, layering rugs can make the space feel bigger as it can create the illusion of more floor space. It can also be an easy solve for covering an inherited not-so-lovely carpet.

But how do you pick two rugs that are going to work together in one space? Designer Shea Mcgee had to tackle this challenge in a large bedroom that included a seating area too, so would really benefit from some zoning. Her fail-safe formula is simple yet effective and a little unexpected too. Here's the wisdom she had to share.

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