What are the Psychological Benefits of Choosing Black and Grey Rugs?

When picking out rug colors, one doesn’t often think of colors like black and grey right away. These are often seen as very “serious” colors, but in reality, they have several very positive psychological benefits. Black, for example, is a power color. It is serious, yes, but according to studies listed on websites like colorpsychology, it is also one that promotes feelings of elegance, class, and assertiveness. Grey, on the other hand, is a more neutral color. What is sometimes dismissed as a dull color due to the fact that it is unassuming and fits with any color scheme can actually be one of the most psychologically helpful of all of the colors. According to another source, the color grey has a steadying effect. It is a calming color, which can help those who use grey rugs in their home decor feel less stressed and overwhelmed.

What Natural Minerals Are Used to Produce Black or Grey Carpet Dyes?

Rugs have been around for hundreds of years, so it is no surprise that the dyes used to color them are often made with resources found in nature, such as plants and minerals. Black carpet dye, for instance, is normally derived from a mixture of indigo and henna according to Carpet Encyclopedia. Black nuances in other rug patterns and designs can also be made with a metallic mineral called manganese. To make a grey carpet, these minerals and plant extracts are used in different amounts to create a carpet that is as dark or light as the manufacturer (or customer) desires.

Why Should I Incorporate a Black or Grey Colored Carpets into My Home Decor?Why Should I Incorporate a Black or Grey Colored Carpets into My Home Decor?

One of the biggest benefits of black and grey rugs are that they fit in with nearly every color scheme imaginable. Whether one wants a more somber decor approach, with neutral colors, or whether they just need an accent piece for another room to make a different color shine, both grey and black are terrific options. Black carpets make a statement, and can add an air of elegance and luxury to any room. Another added benefit is that they do not show dirt as much as other colors do, so you won’t have to worry about cleaning a black rug as often. These Oriental rugs can be used in nearly any room of the house, from the family room to the bathroom. They can fit in everywhere, and it is difficult to find a color that doesn’t go well with black.One of the biggest benefits of black and grey rugs are that they fit in with nearly every color scheme imaginable. Whether one wants a more somber decor approach, with neutral colors, or whether they just need an accent piece for another room to make a different color shine, both grey and black are terrific options. Black carpets make a statement, and can add an air of elegance and luxury to any room. Another added benefit is that they do not show dirt as much as other colors do, so you won’t have to worry about cleaning a black rug as often. These Oriental rugs can be used in nearly any room of the house, from the family room to the bathroom. They can fit in everywhere, and it is difficult to find a color that doesn’t go well with black.

Beautiful Black and Grey Rugs

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Oversized Neutral Purple Grey Art Deco Hollywood Regency Style Modern Rug 11863
Size: 20 ft 4 in x 26 ft 4 in (6.2 m x 8.03 m)

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Vintage Scandinavian Runner Rug by Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg 49437
$8,600.00 Size: 3 ft 10 in x 23 ft 3 in (1.17 m x 7.09 m)Purchase

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Grey Background Allover Design Oversized Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug 71818
Size: 11 ft 10 in x 21 ft 4 in (3.61 m x 6.5 m)

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Antique Caucasian Karabagh Gallery Size Rug 15074
$18,500.00 Size: 7 ft 10 in x 21 ft 1 in (2.39 m x 6.43 m)Purchase

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Neutral Earthy Long and Narrow Modern Hallway Flatweave Runner Kilim Rug 11003
$5,500.00 Size: 4 ft 5 in x 20 ft (1.35 m x 6.1 m)Purchase

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Grey Geometric Tribal Deign Large Size Modern Flatweave Kilim Rug 11839
Original price was: $13,700.00.Current price is: $9,590.00. Size: 14 ft 4 in x 19 ft 1 in (4.37 m x 5.82 m)Purchase

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Large Geometric Grey Color Modern Contemporary Area Rug 11836
Size: 14 ft x 19 ft (4.27 m x 5.79 m)

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Large Earthy Grey Abstract Geometric Tribal Design Modern Flatweave Kilim Rug 11802
Original price was: $12,150.00.Current price is: $8,505.00. Size: 13 ft x 18 ft 8 in (3.96 m x 5.69 m)Purchase

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Large Oversized Square Antique French Aubusson Rug 50143
Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in (5.18 m x 5.61 m)

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Beautiful Elegant Large Vintage Classic Renaissance Savonnerie Style Rug 71970
$26,500.00 Size: 14 ft 4 in x 17 ft 8 in (4.37 m x 5.38 m)Purchase

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Large Size Geometric Chevron Design Modern Area Rug 11868
Original price was: $21,500.00.Current price is: $15,050.00. Size: 13 ft 8 in x 17 ft 7 in (4.17 m x 5.36 m)Purchase

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Large Black Grey Chevron Diamond Design Modern Rug 11798
Size: 14 ft 2 in x 17 ft 1 in (4.32 m x 5.21 m)

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Antique Persian Malayer Hallway Runner Rug 43844
$8,000.00 Size: 3 ft 6 in x 16 ft 8 in (1.07 m x 5.08 m)Purchase

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Soft Gray Oushak Angora Design Contemporary Rug 61187
$9,500.00 Size: 11 ft 5 in x 16 ft 5 in (3.48 m x 5 m)Purchase

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Large Neutral Earthy Grey Geometric Checkerboard Design Modern Area Rug 11726
Original price was: $18,000.00.Current price is: $12,600.00. Size: 12 ft 9 in x 15 ft 9 in (3.89 m x 4.8 m)Purchase

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Large Decorative Light Grey Cream Color Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 72668
$26,000.00 Size: 11 ft 9 in x 15 ft 4 in (3.58 m x 4.67 m)Purchase

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Large Size Earthy Grey Color Tribal Geometric Design Modern Contemporary Rug 11724
Original price was: $18,000.00.Current price is: $12,600.00. Size: 13 ft x 15 ft (3.96 m x 4.57 m)Purchase

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Large Modern Neutral Grey With Seafoam Abrash Geometric Tribal Square Rug 11740
Original price was: $19,200.00.Current price is: $13,440.00. Size: 14 ft 2 in x 15 ft (4.32 m x 4.57 m)Purchase

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Modern Neutral Abstract Geometric Flatwoven Kilim Area Rug 11737
Original price was: $9,620.00.Current price is: $6,734.00. Size: 12 ft 11 in x 15 ft (3.94 m x 4.57 m)Purchase

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Charcoal Antique Persian Kerman Rug 50661
$36,000.00 Size: 9 ft 9 in x 14 ft 6 in (2.97 m x 4.42 m)Purchase

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Wool Pile Handmade Square Size Neutral Color Modern Contemporary Area Rug 11876
Original price was: $16,790.00.Current price is: $11,753.00. Size: 13 ft 1 in x 14 ft 4 in (3.99 m x 4.37 m)Purchase

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Tribal Geometric Light Cream Earthy Grey Square Shape Modern Room Size Rug 11716
Original price was: $17,100.00.Current price is: $11,970.00. Size: 13 ft 5 in x 14 ft 2 in (4.09 m x 4.32 m)Purchase

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Modern Abstract Contemporary Room Size Area Rug 11589
Original price was: $11,550.00.Current price is: $8,085.00. Size: 9 ft 9 in x 14 ft (2.97 m x 4.27 m)Purchase

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Soft Colors Geometric Lozenge Design Modern Area Rug 11646
Original price was: $12,350.00.Current price is: $9,880.00. Size: 10 ft 5 in x 14 ft (3.17 m x 4.27 m)Purchase

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Andrew Karam

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Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!

Beautiful Black and Grey Rugs

Oversized Neutral Purple Grey Art Deco Hollywood Regency Style Modern Rug 11863

Vintage Scandinavian Runner Rug by Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg 49437

Grey Background Allover Design Oversized Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug 71818

Antique Caucasian Karabagh Gallery Size Rug 15074

Neutral Earthy Long and Narrow Modern Hallway Flatweave Runner Kilim Rug 11003

Grey Geometric Tribal Deign Large Size Modern Flatweave Kilim Rug 11839

Large Geometric Grey Color Modern Contemporary Area Rug 11836

Large Earthy Grey Abstract Geometric Tribal Design Modern Flatweave Kilim Rug 11802

Large Oversized Square Antique French Aubusson Rug 50143

Beautiful Elegant Large Vintage Classic Renaissance Savonnerie Style Rug 71970

Large Size Geometric Chevron Design Modern Area Rug 11868

Large Black Grey Chevron Diamond Design Modern Rug 11798

Antique Persian Malayer Hallway Runner Rug 43844

Soft Gray Oushak Angora Design Contemporary Rug 61187

Large Neutral Earthy Grey Geometric Checkerboard Design Modern Area Rug 11726

Large Decorative Light Grey Cream Color Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 72668

Large Size Earthy Grey Color Tribal Geometric Design Modern Contemporary Rug 11724

Large Modern Neutral Grey With Seafoam Abrash Geometric Tribal Square Rug 11740

Modern Neutral Abstract Geometric Flatwoven Kilim Area Rug 11737

Charcoal Antique Persian Kerman Rug 50661

Wool Pile Handmade Square Size Neutral Color Modern Contemporary Area Rug 11876

Tribal Geometric Light Cream Earthy Grey Square Shape Modern Room Size Rug 11716

Modern Abstract Contemporary Room Size Area Rug 11589

Soft Colors Geometric Lozenge Design Modern Area Rug 11646

Learn more about black and grey rugs

The Benefits of Choosing a Black and Grey Rugs , or Black / Grey Rugs for Your Home

What are the Psychological Benefits of Choosing Black and Grey Rugs?

What Natural Minerals Are Used to Produce Black or Grey Carpet Dyes?

Why Should I Incorporate a Black or Grey Colored Carpets into My Home Decor?

How are black and grey rug dyes made?

Here’s an overview of how black and grey dyes are commonly made for rugs:

Some natural sources that can produce shades of black and grey include:

To create black and grey color rugs using synthetic dyes:

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