Nautical rug: how is it made? When should it be included in an interior design project?
Design — Home — Dec 12.2025
A nautical rug is a piece of furniture that can transform the atmosphere of a room with great simplicity. It does so thanks to its colours and patterns, which are inspired by the aquatic world.
Easy to incorporate into different contexts, this textile product is suitable for both beach houses and city spaces, becoming a discreet but effective element in defining the style of a room and, more generally, giving personality to the interior of a home. So let’s get to know it better!
Why furnish with a nautical rug?
With its fresh look, reminiscent of the marine world, a nautical rug is the ideal choice to bring a touch of nature and summer to just about any living space. In fact, rugs of this kind are very versatile, making them suitable not only for furnishing second homes by the sea, but also for flats and villas in the city.
The aesthetic appeal of the rug is certainly its main strength. The mix of colours associated with the sea and the graphic elements on the pile convey a sense of lightness and carefreeness. Together with the texture and characteristics of the materials used, the result is a look and feel that makes a big impact.
As is easy to understand, furnishing with a nautical rug is also a good solution when looking for interior design ideas that ensure a connection with the natural world. By choosing an eco-friendly and sustainable model, for example, you can furnish in a way that is respectful of the environment and add a touch of colour.
Furthermore, nautical style is timeless. For example, a traditional nautical-themed rug with a striped design goes well with both vintage and ultra-modern furniture.
What type of nautical rug should you choose?
Nautical rugs have some characteristic features. First and foremost is the use of navy blue, which is often paired with white. A rug made with these two colours (arranged in stripes, squares or waves) is a fairly safe choice and easy to place in various rooms of the home.
The final decision on the design of a nautical rug is influenced by both the personal taste of those who live in the home and the aesthetic result they want to achieve. For a rug to be placed in plain view, it is useful to choose models with more sophisticated designs, perhaps depicting typical nautical elements, such as an anchor or boats. If, on the other hand, the rug is to be placed under a table or sofa, you can opt for a more basic design, in traditional navy blue or embellished with small coloured elements.
The room in the house where the rug will be placed also influences aesthetic choices. Some examples? For children’s bedrooms or guest rooms, you can opt for more decorative pieces, perhaps depicting fish, shells or corals. Outdoors, on the other hand, the perfect rug is one that acts as a common thread between indoors and outdoors, reinforcing the overall stylistic consistency of the house.
The most typical shape for a nautical rug is rectangular, while the most commonly used materials are wool and cotton. Both solutions make the product durable and high quality, and allow for various manufacturing techniques (knotting, weaving, braiding and tufting).
How can nautical rugs be best used in interior design?
Balance and consistency are the secret to successful interior design. This also applies when deciding to focus on nautical-themed designs. In a small home, for example, it is a good idea to use themed subjects and colours for the main decorations, such as rugs and textiles.
In a larger home or one with lots of decorations, there is a risk of overloading the space and thus sacrificing the fresh effect typical of nautical style. How can you avoid this? In such a situation, the wisest choice is to strategically place a nautical rug and ensure that the other elements of the décor reinforce its design. For example, combining one or more nautical rugs with light wood elements or neutral-toned furnishings creates a beautiful overall effect.
Another observation. The success of interior design choices depends not only on the graphic appearance of the individual rug, but also on its other aesthetic characteristics. Above all, texture: a thick rug or a long-pile rug will convey a pleasant feeling of comfort and softness. Alternatively, a woven (or short pile) model will give a more fresh and practical impression.
The materials and workmanship also affect the ideal location of the nautical rug. What does this mean? While it is essential to choose a material that is resistant to rain and sun for outdoor use, it is important to take into account the characteristics of the various rooms in the home for indoor use. For high-traffic areas, such as the entrance hall or living room, knotted rugs made from thin wool threads are preferable. On the other hand, cotton products or those made from thicker wool can be used in bedrooms.
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