I think it would work very well and it looks like it is large enough for the space.

I also think it would work very well.

I love the rug, and it could be gorgeous in the dining room -- definitely not dowdy, with that wonderfully rich red in it. The only thing is that you need to make sure that the existing blues in the room tone well with the blues in the rug (I can't tell for sure on my screen). If they jar it will just irritate you every time you walk in there.

Just seen the pics. Congratulations. The house looks beautiful.

I was hoping to see some of our previously advised tweaks in place. For a seaside home I'd advise a wool sisal-look rug. The Persian is beautiful but not the right feeling for your home.

The rug is very nice ,but if you are looking for something for Spring and Summer I would consider stripes , and also raise the art a bit it looks a bit too low :)

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it would be fine. it wouldnt move the room forward but thats ok. its not like its a deep red with that blue.

no, i wouldnt hang art lower in a dining room unless i was trying to connect to a piece of furniture below it.

i agree, houses by the sea do well with sea colors but not sea decor. your guests are already jealous enough.

Looking at the pictures and the delicate pattern on the chairs I now wonder if going white on the rug would be it .

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I believe that the existing rug is beautiful, but a little TOO traditional for the feel of the house (which is beautiful, BTW)

I like the idea of a neutral jute or sisal rug...something light tan, white or gray with a touch of color...see above.

Just a thought.

Nice place! Tons of possibilities. Your old rug looks dated.

And yours has classic colors that never go out. Mauve and teal not so much.

Hmm...not my first choice, the colors work though! Do you want to buy a new rug? If so, go for a fresh looking white and Blue geometric.

If you are questioning your rug then it seems you may not feel it's quite right. I would look at bringing home a few styles so you can get a feel of how they influence your room and if you like the look. Your rooms are beautiful and feel light/airy and I would opt for something that also reflected that feel. I've moved my tradtional rug into a bedroom and it took on a new life there and the more modern rug in the dining room has made the space feel less formal.

Hi Nancy,

What a beautiful home you have. I can tell you are very house proud and you should be. I personally would want to change the dining room rug to something more transitional after looking at the pictures of your other rooms. I would never part with your previous rug, however, it might be fun to mix things up and try it in another room, say a bedroom?? Area rugs add a great deal of warmth to a bedroom, and can be used directly over top of broadloom. I have included some lovely transitional rugs that you may like. I think this is the route to go. Visit alexanian.com for ordering and shipping. They offer free shipping to the US and Canada. Have a look...

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Nancy-

I think an important question is: are you in love with the rug you currently have? Even if the colors work, do you feel like changing things in your new home?

Your last post indicated you might want a more contemporary feel. Start from there and have fun choosing a rug. By the way, it is a lovely home!

You've moved on some since I last popped in, but as I raised the issue, looking at the pic you posted of the upholstery material on the rug, I'd say they don't work together. I still love the rug, though. I hope you can use it elsewhere.

Beautiful home! I would not recommend a sisal rug in the dining room. I've been surprised at how easily mine (from Pottery Barn) stains...even water!

Stick with the one you have. It will not ever go out of style. Enjoy your new home.

I like your current rug. I might switch up the mirror though or hang it vertically.

Congratulations on your progress so far -- your room is coming together beautifully! I would suggest a rug with a large scaled simple pattern to contrast with the tighter/smaller pattern of the chairs. This will add interest without competing with the existing chair pattern. A larger pattern will also anchor the room with a cleaner look that's not so busy. Good luck!

Love the drapery and chair fabrics and to compliment perhaps an ivory rug with blue may be nice.

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i dont think you need a rug.. honestly your floors look fantastic, and i like the white contrast the chairs have. just a thought. I would live with this until something really catches your eye. it might grow on you.

Yes, rug will work.

Hi again Nancy,

alexanian.com has that exact rug available. We offer free shipping throughout Canada and the US.

Have fun with your space, it's beautiful.

Wendy

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I love the rug, beautiful, stunning but too busy for this great dining room.

Why have a large rug? Why not a couple stunningly modern area rugs?

The last rug posted by Wendy from Alexanian's is the best that goes with your chairs and curtains any other ones will be too many prints.

Nancy, here is the link to the rug. [https://www.houzz.com/products/nourison-nepal-nep11-96-x-13-ivory-blue-area-rug-15238-prvw-vr~19042814[(https://www.houzz.com/products/nourison-nepal-nep11-96-x-13-ivory-blue-area-rug-15238-prvw-vr~19042814). When you are in the website, note the others samples that are similar and sold by different companies. Good luck.

Hi Nancy, Visit the website alexanian.com and go to the "Rug Search", under All Collections scroll down to Nepal and hit Search. There you will find the Nourison Nepal rugs in an assortment of colours, sizes and pricing. Alexanian's offers free shipping throughout Canada and the US. If you are in the US, then take advantage of our low Canadian dollar;) I apologize that the link on Houzz to our website doesn't seem to go directly to the rug. (Thanks for letting me know). Let me know if you have any further troubles navigating the website.

Thanks, Wendy

I like the rug you have, but I wouldn't use patterned drapes with it. Actually, the room is nice without drapes.

If you have a party can I come? Gorgeous home by the way. I would do a bordered wool sisal. Softer under foot. Have it custom cut to be large enough so that as some one said you can slide charis in and out and still be on the rug.