Flatweave and jute rugs are great for high-traffic areas like kitchens and hallways, but sometimes, you want something softer underfoot. By layering a high-pile or shag rug over a flatweave, you ...

Why layer rugs? Because it’s easier than finding one perfect rug — and cheaper. Also, it’s “very cozy,” said Heide Hendricks, who runs a design firm with her husband, Rafe Churchill ...