General Tips for Choosing the Perfect Rug Size

Finding the right rug size can make a world of difference in defining your space and bringing everything together. Here are a few essential tips to keep in mind:

Go Bigger in Large Rooms

For spacious rooms, a larger rug creates a cozy, cohesive look. The right size will anchor your furniture and enhance the flow of the space.

Leave Some Space

To frame the room beautifully, leave a 1 to 2-foot strip of visible floor around the rug’s edges. This creates a balanced look without overwhelming the room.

Furniture Placement

Whether you prefer all furniture legs on the rug or just the front legs, this choice often depends on the room layout and your personal style. Try different setups to see what feels right.

Experiment with Style

While there are guidelines, decorating with rugs is also about experimenting to suit your taste and unique space. Don’t hesitate to play with different sizes and placements to find the perfect fit for your home.

Living Room

Your living room rug is the foundation of style. It unifies your furniture, defines spaces in open layouts, and adds a touch of warmth and comfort, making your home feel inviting and complete.
Space to spare

For spacious living rooms with central furniture arrangements, choose a rug that accommodates all pieces comfortably. This creates a balanced, inviting look without making the room feel cluttered.

Perfect Fit

To make a medium-sized room feel more open, try placing a rug so it extends just under the front legs of your furniture. This approach works beautifully with borderless rugs, creating a seamless flow that visually enlarges the space.

Cozy Apartment

For a small living room, let the rug extend just beyond the edges of nearby furniture to create a distinct focal point. This approach adds warmth and balance, making the space feel inviting and well-proportioned.

Dining Room

When choosing a dining room rug, go for one that extends at least two feet beyond each side of your table. This ensures all chairs remain on the rug, even when pulled out, creating a polished, comfortable setting for every meal.

No matter the shape—round or rectangular—select a rug that reaches 2-3 feet beyond your table. This ensures chairs slide smoothly without slipping off the rug’s edge, creating a balanced and comfortable dining experience.

Hallway

Choose from our 2.6'x8', 2.6'x10', and 2.6'x12' runners to add style and function to any hallway. Position the runner off-center with furniture on one side, or center it for a balanced look if furniture lines both sides—either way, these sizes bring warmth and elegance to narrow spaces.

Bedroom

To select the ideal rug size for your bedroom, start with the size of your bed. A large rug placed under the bed creates a striking focal point, while a smaller rug beside the bed adds a cozy accent and a soft spot for your feet.
King Bed

In a larger bedroom, opt for a rug that accommodates all the furniture, including the top of the bed and nightstands, to create a cohesive, balanced look.

Queen Bed

Position an area rug under the front two-thirds of the bed, allowing it to extend about 36 inches around the sides and foot. This way, you’ll always step onto something soft when you get out of bed.

Twin Beds

For a room with one or two twin beds, a runner placed beside or between the beds brings a touch of warmth and symmetry, enhancing the room’s layout with style and comfort.

Kitchen

When selecting a rug for the kitchen, think about your space’s size and layout. Placing a rug in front of the sink is a practical choice, offering comfort where you stand the most.
High Traffic

In busy kitchens, a small half-circle or rectangular rug in front of the sink adds comfort and functionality to the most-used spot.

Galley-Style Kitchen

In kitchens with a central island or narrow galley layout, a long runner spanning most of the length enhances the space and adds a stylish, functional touch.

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