Understanding Rug Sizes

The size of an area rug can dramatically alter the room s overall effect.

Understanding rug sizes. The right sized area rug will bring warmth and balance to the room creating the perfect finishing touch. However with so many options on offer it can be hard to know where to start. A rug that is too large for the room can paradoxically make the room feel smaller. 3 x 5 to 4 x 6 5 x 8 to 6 x 9 7 5 x 9 5 8 x 10 to 9 x 12 10 x 13 to 12 x 15.

Use a statement accent rug layered over a large foundational rug like sisal that extends wall to wall. There are a few rules of thumb but a picture says it better. Make sure at least the front two legs of the room s sofa and chairs score a spot on the rug. By stephanie dobrijevic 12 03 18 house.

Placing the correct size rug in your space is as important as choosing the right color or pattern. A rug that it is too small will shift the balance of the room unfavorably. Common sizes 8 x 10 9 x 12 11 x 14. Common rectangle rug dimensions are.

Larger rooms typically require a rug that is between 8 x 10 9 x 12. 24 by 60 inches is the standard rug size for a bath runner but whether you have a half bath or master bath the rug should be placed in front of the tub or shower to help you avoid slipping. To highlight a particular area layer your foundation rug like a natural fiber rug with a smaller patterned floorcovering that makes a big statement. Common sizes 4 x 6 5 x 8.

Place the front legs of the sofa on top of the rug. For example the perfect rug pad for a 5 x 8 rug is 4 10 x 7 10. This rug also creates a nice visual conversation dining area leaving walkways around the perimeter to access the bar and storage nook in the corner. For help picking a rug material that s durable antibacterial and water resistant read our guide on how to choose bath rugs and mats.

Having the right rug in a room can make or break your space. If you prefer all four legs may also rest completely on the rug surface. The rug placement still fits the size of the room with enough space around the edges to move all the chairs in and out comfortably. If you can t find a rug pad that perfectly suits the rug you ve chosen always size up you can trim a rug pad to the right dimensions but you can t add length if it s too small.

Leaving a space of 18 24 on all sides of the rug will create a border to frame your living space. When deciding on size use painter s tape to outline the area you d like to cover measure the perimeter and pick the nearest size in your favorite rug. Accent rugs in 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 sizes can be used to define nooks or other special areas while room size or room fit rugs are most commonly found in 5 x 8 or 6 x 9 sizes.