Traditional Rugs

Browse traditional area rugs in Australia with Persian-inspired, medallion, floral, geometric and vintage-look patterns. Check each design’s material, pile and size options.

Compare Baluchi, Afghan and Matana traditional rugs

Compare material, pattern and exact size options
Design Material and construction Pattern and room choice Size options in cm
Baluchi Navy Heat-set polypropylene; power-loomed; approximately 9 mm pile Deep navy with floral vines, medallions and a detailed border. Compare for a darker blue focal point. 160 × 230; 200 × 290; 250 × 350; 80 × 2500 runner roll
Afghan Black Polypropylene; machine-made in Egypt; 1,000,000-point pile Black with geometric gold and red bands. Compare for strong contrast or a long hallway layout. 160 × 235; 200 × 285; 240 × 340; 300 × 400; 80 × 240 runner; 80 × 2500 runner roll
Matana 1330 Multi Polypropylene; check the product page for construction details Beige and multicolour floral medallion with a dark border. Compare for a lighter base with several accent colours. 160 × 235; 200 × 285; 240 × 330; 300 × 380; 80 × 380 runner

Size options describe the listed variants, not a stock guarantee. Select your exact size to see its current price and availability. Note that Matana's 300 × 380 cm size differs from Afghan's 300 × 400 cm size. Follow each rug's care label; polypropylene does not automatically mean machine washable.

Traditional rugs for living and dining rooms

Traditional patterns can anchor a living room or add definition beneath a dining setting. Use the Rug Size Calculator to compare dimensions before choosing a rug.

Shop by pattern, colour and use

Compare Persian-style and medallion patterns, blue rugs, beige rugs and narrow-space runner rugs. Check dimensions and construction.

More help: Vintage rugs · Transitional rugs · Rug Size Calculator · How to choose a rug

Choosing a traditional rug for a modern home

Repeat one or two rug colours in accessories and leave ornate borders visible where possible. See our guide to matching a rug with your sofa for colour and contrast advice.

Size and placement for traditional area rugs

Measure your seating group using how to position a living-room rug. Keep pulled-out dining chairs on the rug with our dining-table rug sizing guide.

Traditional rug questions

Does Persian-style mean a rug is made in Iran?

No. Persian-style describes a design influence, not its country of manufacture or production method. Check the individual listing for material, construction and origin.

Are traditional rugs always wool?

No. Traditional designs use various fibres. Compare our wool versus polypropylene guide and polypropylene rugs, then check product specifications.

Can a patterned rug work with a neutral sofa?

Yes. Choose a pattern that relates to the floor or accessories. Explore our rug colour guide.

Prefer to compare texture and colour in person? Contact our Hoppers Crossing showroom before visiting to check whether your chosen design and size are available to view.

Compare medallion and patterned rugs

  • Afghan red — An ornate medallion and border for a stronger red focal point.
  • Matana Egypt beige — A beige palette with an ornate central medallion.
  • Victoria Opal — Light grey and blue with a floral medallion border.
  • Chic Printed — Light beige and blue with multicolour motifs.

Select the product and size to check current availability, price and care information before ordering.

Browse Matana: Discover Matana traditional and distressed rugs with medallion, floral and geometric designs.

Traditional Rugs

55 products

Multi-tone area rug with ornate floral vines and border on light beige and dark grayClose-up of multi-tone rug pattern with floral medallion and scroll details on light base

Beige Multicolour Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Medallion & Dark Border – Matana

$549.00 AUD $439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 380

Black traditional area rug with layered geometric bands in warm gold and red tonesClose-up of black and gold traditional rug with floral medallion motifs

Black Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Geometric Gold & Red Bands – Afghan

$299.00 AUD $239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 240

BALUCHI navy area rug with floral vine motif and cream border stripesBALUCHI navy area rug showing folded edge and floral stripe border

Navy Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Vines & Medallions – Baluchi

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

Bone transitional area rug with ornate medallion and floral geometric pattern, multicolor accents

Bone Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Medallion – Salona Bone

$1,149.00 AUD $919.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$919.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

240 x 340

Beige patterned area rug under a brown sofa with stacked throw pillowsBeige patterned area rug rolled edge showing textured underside

Light Beige Polyester Traditional Rug – Ornate Central Border – Reims

$450.00 AUD $360.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$360.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

Rectangular area rug with ash grey and off-white abstract distressed patternClose-up of ash grey and off-white distressed abstract rug pattern

Ash Grey Polypropylene Traditional Transitional Area Rug – Distressed Abstract Damask – Zephyr

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 285

Zarita rug with distressed Persian-style medallion pattern, orange, teal, beige

Rust Teal Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Multicolour Diamonds – Zarita

$1,650.00 AUD $1,320.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$1,320.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

240 x 320

Ivory beige area rug with abstract geometric pattern and dark blue accentsIvory beige rug close-up with black and blue geometric embroidery-style pattern

Ivory Beige Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Navy Geometric Accents – Cozy

$749.00 AUD $599.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$599.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 290

Matana thick floor rug with distressed ornate pattern, light gray and rust accentsMatana thick floor rug close-up, light gray pile with brown and gold floral pattern

Grey Cream Brown Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Bordered Medallion – Matana

$849.00 AUD $679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Matana thick-pile floor rug in grey, large ornate distressed patternMatana thick-pile rug edge with grey fringe and textured woven border

Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Medallion Patchwork – Matana

$849.00 AUD $679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Matana Egyptian rug with distressed medallion pattern in beige, blue and rustMatana Egyptian rug close-up of central medallion in beige, blue and rust

Barley Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Medallion – Matana Egyptian

$849.00 AUD $679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Matana grey area rug with distressed abstract pattern, large rectangular designMatana grey area rug close-up with distressed mottled texture and abstract motif

Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Faded Central Motif – Matana

$849.00 AUD $679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$679.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Beige distressed area rug with low-pile textured pattern and wide borderBeige floor rug with mottled ivory and brown distressed woven texture

Barley Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Distressed Geometric – Matana Egyptian

$690.00 AUD $552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Distressed multi-color area rug with central medallion and ornate border on light baseClose-up of distressed area rug pattern with light base, blue and rust accents

Ivory Blue Rust Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Multicolour Motifs – Matana

$549.00 AUD $439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 380

Dusk blue patterned area rug with ornate floral motifs and borderClose-up of blue-gray rug with distressed floral medallion design in tan

Blue Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Symmetrical Floral Medallion – Matana Dusk

$549.00 AUD $439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$439.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 380

Distressed light gray area rug with cream abstract pattern, short pileEdge of distressed light gray area rug with cream speckled pattern and short pile

Light Grey Cream Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Worn Abstract Motifs – Aruba Tin Cat

$65.00 AUD
$65.00 AUD

80 x 150

Santo grey area rug with ornate light-and-dark floral damask pattern, flat weave lookGrey and cream vintage-style area rug with detailed damask motifs and distressed look

Santo Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Contrasting Floral Damask – Aruba

$65.00 AUD
$65.00 AUD

80 x 150

Light gray and white area rug with abstract distressed patternGray and white abstract area rug with distressed pattern and flat bound corner

Grey White Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Allover Worn Texture – Aruba

$65.00 AUD
$65.00 AUD

80 x 150

ARUBA 6908 area rug with distressed abstract light beige and gray patternARUBA 6908 rectangular area rug with distressed abstract light beige and gray pattern

Beige Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Soft Distressed Abstract – Aruba

$65.00 AUD
$65.00 AUD

80 x 150

Large rectangular gray and beige distressed area rug with low, flat pileRectangular gray and beige area rug with faded distressed pattern and flat weave

Grey Beige Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Faded Distressed Pattern – Aruba Tin Cat

$79.00 AUD
$79.00 AUD

80 x 150

Grey and cream ornate area rug under living room sofa, featuring vintage floral motifClose-up of grey and cream area rug border with textured low-pile weave

Santo Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Detailed Floral Damask – Aruba

$79.00 AUD
$79.00 AUD

80 x 150

ARUBA 6916 Glacier area rug with light gray distressed pattern, rectangularRectangular light gray distressed area rug with abstract textured lines

Glacier Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Light Grey Distressed – Aruba Galcier

$79.00 AUD
$79.00 AUD

80 x 150

Rectangular light beige area rug with gray distressed abstract patternLight beige area rug with gray mottled distressed texture and flat border

Light Beige Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Faded Abstract – Aruba

$79.00 AUD
$79.00 AUD

80 x 150

Red traditional Afghan rug with ornate border and central medallion pattern

Red Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Medallion Border – Afghan

$299.00 AUD $239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 240

Afghan traditional rug in blue and olive with geometric border, rectangular floor rugAfghan traditional rug detail with blue, gold, and black diamond motifs

Wedgwood Blue Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Olive Geometric Border – Afghan

$299.00 AUD $239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$239.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

80 x 240

Vibrant Kashan-style area rug with beige center and multicolor geometric border

Multicolour Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Geometric Border – Kashan Vibrant Colour

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 220

Kashan rug J with cream ground and multicolor diamond medallion pattern

Beige Multicolour Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Diamond Medallion – Kashan

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 220

Red and navy patterned Kashan rug with geometric medallion and border

Red Navy Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Geometric Medallion – Kashan Luxury

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 220

Luxury wool rug with red and navy floral geometric medallion pattern, square border

Burgundy Red Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Floral Geometric Medallion – Kashan Luxury

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 280

Wool rug with ornate red, cream, and navy floral medallion pattern

Red Cream Navy Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Floral Medallion – Kashan Stylish

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 220

Vibrant wool rug with deep red ground and multicolor diamond pattern border

Red Multicolour Axminster Wool Blend Traditional Rug – Diamond Border – Kashan Vibrant

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 220

Ivory area rug with floral medallion pattern, blue border, and corner motifsIvory rug with central floral medallion and blue border at corner

Ivory Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Decorative Patterned Border – Baluchi

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

Berber-style area rug with tan field, floral vines, and cream red border stripesBerber-style area rug corner detail, tan field with floral medallions and cream frame

Tan Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Vines & Striped Border – Baluchi

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

BALUCHI green floral area rug styled on floor with patterned border and center medallionBALUCHI green floral area rug close-up with cream border and ornate corner detail

Green Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Border – Baluchi

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

BALUCHI Bordeaux area rug with floral vine pattern, cream border and dark red edgeBALUCHI Bordeaux rug corner close-up, ornate floral vines on red with cream panel

Bordeaux Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Vine Border – Baluchi

$390.00 AUD $312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$312.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230

Burgundy floral area rug under a living room sofa, cream border visibleBurgundy area rug with cream border, floral motifs, and rolled corner edge detail

Burgundy Cream Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Floral Vines – Baluchi Bordeaux

$590.00 AUD $472.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$472.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 290

Transitional grey area rug with distressed abstract pattern and border

Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Distressed Abstract Texture – Karina

$249.00 AUD $199.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$199.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

120 x 170

Egg shell area rug with light ornate floral medallion pattern and bordered edge

Eggshell Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Medallion – Karina Excellent Egg

$249.00 AUD $199.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$199.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

120 x 170

Victoria rug 8111 Garden with light gray geometric and floral pattern

Light Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Geometric – Victoria Garden

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Victoria rug with ornate geometric distressed pattern in gray, beige, and muted jewel tones

Grey Beige Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Jewel Tone Geometry – Victoria Jewel

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Keshan-style area rug with ornate floral and geometric medallion pattern, light gray

Light Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Geometric Medallion – Victoria Keshan

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Gray and off-white patterned area rug with repeating ornate motifs

Grey White Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Repeating Ornate Motifs – Victoria Life Tree

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

VICTORIA OPAL floral area rug, light gray with blue-gray medallions and border

Light Grey Blue Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Floral Medallion Border – Victoria Opal

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Distressed geometric area rug with light gray base and dark medallion border

Light Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Distressed Medallion Border – Victoria Chapel

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235

Salona transitional rug with ornate gray-and-mushroom geometric diamond medallion pattern

Mushroom Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Diamond Medallion – Salona Traditonal Mushroom

$899.00 AUD $719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 280

Thick traditional rug in stone gray with ornate medallion and decorative border

Stone Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Bordered Medallion – Salona

$899.00 AUD $719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 280

Traditional area rug in light stone gray with dark floral medallion and geometric border motifs

Stone Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Dark Floral Medallion – Salona Elegent

$899.00 AUD $719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$719.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

200 x 280

Ivory-beige area rug with ornate distressed pattern and low pile textureClose-up of ivory-beige rug pile with black and multicolor distressed speckling

Ivory Beige Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Faded Ornamental Motifs – Cozy

$490.00 AUD $392.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$392.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 230 · this size sold out

Multi-colored patterned area rug with distressed medallion design, rectangularClose-up of multi-colored vintage rug texture with ornate floral motif

Multicolour Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Vintage Central Medallion – Matana

$690.00 AUD $552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235 · this size sold out

Beige patterned area rug with ornate border, large geometric motifs, rectangularClose-up of beige and gray rug pattern with brown and blue medallion details

Beige Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Ornate Central Medallion – Matana Egypt

$690.00 AUD $552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$552.00 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235 · this size sold out

Ornate light gray area rug with teal and dark geometric medallion pattern

Light Grey Polypropylene Traditional Rug – Teal Medallion – Victoria Bouquet

$1,199.00 AUD $959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+
$959.20 AUD 20% OFF On orders $200+

160 x 235 · this size sold out

HELP WITH YOUR CHOICE

Traditional rugs: pattern, colour and placement

Compare traditional rugs online by border detail, motif scale and colour. Check room photographs alongside close-ups, then confirm the fibre, construction and size for the rug you choose.

How do I position a patterned rug?

Consider where the main motif and border will sit once furniture is in place. A coffee table can cover a central medallion, while a border may help define a seating area. Compare product and room photos to judge pattern scale.

Does traditional style identify how the rug is made?

No. A traditional or Persian-inspired design describes appearance, not necessarily origin, fibre or manufacturing method. Read the specific product details for composition and construction, then choose the size from your measured furniture layout.

How do I choose a traditional rug for a modern room?

Pick a colour from your sofa, artwork or curtains to connect the pattern with the room. Leave enough of the border visible to frame the furniture. A traditional design can work with simple furniture without requiring matching patterned accessories.

Before ordering, review delivery eligibility and timing and returns and exchanges.

Comparing traditional rugs? Explore related rug styles, colours, room ideas and sizes, then use our buying guides or rug finder to narrow the look that works with your furniture.

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