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8 Great Living Room Decor Ideas for Fall

After the long, hot and humid summer we’ve had, isn’t the thought of cooler days and warm sweaters just too tempting to ignore? It’s never too early to start thinking about refreshing your décor for fall. We’ve cobbled together a list of great ideas you can try, ranging from warm, welcoming living room rugs to classic knitted throws.

Spicy Candles

There’s nothing like a delicious scent to make you feel at home, so pick up a few candles that give off warm, spicy fragrances like pumpkin or apple and cinnamon. Set them at the entrance to. Your living room and light them as soon as you walk in the door, or before guests arrive.

Fabulous Floor Rugs

Any hard flooring feels cold and lifeless during chilly weather, so warm up your entertainment areas with a selection of living room rugs. It’s possible to change the entire character of a room by adding the right area rug. Instead of placing the furniture against the walls, position a large area rug and “float” the furniture around it. This uses the rug not only as a style and color accent, but it actually defines the room.

Wondrous Wreaths

An elegant and festive fall wreath makes a marvelous conversation piece in any room. Hang it above the fireplace if you have one, or create a focus point by matching it up with strategically-positioned living room rugs.

Magical Marigolds

Adding fresh flowers to your home is always a welcoming touch, and they cost less than most other forms of décor. Marigolds are especially well suited to the fall palette because of their extended flowering life and their sunny, orange hues.

Thoughtful Throws

Knitted throws are great for adding real warmth to your space. Whether you opt for a large, woven wool blanket or a lighter choice like a cashmere throw, get several and hang them over the backs of chairs or in easy reach of the occupants.


Premeditated Pillows

Just as your family and friends will enjoy the presence of knitted throws and cozy living room rugs, they’ll also appreciate finding soft, snuggly pillows stashed in convenient locations. Mix and match the sizes and shapes, and coordinate the colors with accent pieces like the candles and your wreath.



Lively Leaves

Fall décor isn’t complete without a selection of leaves. Take advantage of nature’s vibrant show by creating pressed-leaf artwork for your mantelpiece or shelves. Press the leaves between two pieces of cut glass from your nearest home improvement store, and join the glass by wrapping the edges with linen book tape in colors that match the leaves.


Finally – Food!

Keep everyone well-fed with Fall snacks and delicacies. Set out nuts, pinecones and berries on silver compotes and serving dishes, and brighten it up with gold leafing to match the décor. Add candy corn or seasonal fruits like apples, accompanied by a few cinnamon sticks to tie the colors together.

Visit Brentwood Flooring America’s Rug Shop for a huge selection of living room rugs to spruce up your home for fall.
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