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Rug vs. carpet: what’s the difference?

The short answer

A rug typically covers a specific area and is smaller, while a carpet often refers to wall-to-wall floor covering.

What they have in common

Both rug and carpet refer to floor coverings.

Examples

rug

  • She placed a colorful rug in the center of the room.
  • The Persian rug added character to the entryway.

carpet

  • They decided to install a new carpet in the living room.
  • The hotel hallway was lined with plush carpeting.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for “rug” and “carpet”

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