Guide
Most rooms need a rug – a room without a rug can appear unwelcoming and unfinished. It will transform a room, introducing a sense of luxury, particularly if it is of good quality and a high standard of craftsmanship. The colour, pattern and texture of the rug lend a feeling of comfort and personality to the room.
Don't be afraid of colour or pattern; choose a rug as you would a piece of art. Most of all, you must love the rug – unlike cushions, curtains or a sofa, it is something that should last forever so you must be happy to have it in any room or even a different house.
Before choosing a rug, you must first understand its purpose. Do you want a rug that will be a real statement piece, or a more neutral design which will blend seamlessly into the space, giving an overall tranquil appearance? Do you want it to unify a room or to define a space? If you are attempting to break up a room into different areas, a number of smaller rugs can do so beautifully.
Living Room
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8'x10'An 8'x10' rug fits nicely in an 11'x13' room or slightly larger, or in an open plan living area. In a defined living area, the best layout leaves a 12"-18" border of flooring around your rug. |
6'x9'A 6'x9' rug works best in an 11'x13' or smaller-sized living room. This leaves about 2' of flooring bordering the rug on each side. |
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5'x7'In a small living room, a 5'x7' rug will fit underneath the coffee table, as well as in front of a fireplace with two comfy chairs sitting almost completely on the rug. |
3'x5'A 3'x5' rug would be a nice accent to a landing place in a living room. |
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Dining Room
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Large Table (8 or more chairs)A table for 8 or more chairs fits best on a 9'x12' rug offering enough room for all chairs to be on the rug even when pushed back. |
Medium Table (6 Chairs)A table for 6 fits best on an 8'x10' rug. This leaves you room on all sides for the dining chairs to be moved easily while staying on the rug. |
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Small Table (4 chairs)A table for 4 fits best on a rug that is 8' round. You can also float the table and chairs in the center of a standard 8'x10' or 6'x9' rug. |
Bedroom
KingA 9'x12' rug works best in a bedroom with a king-size bed. The rug would sit almost completely under the bed and nightstands, and leave about 2' of soft rug underfoot around the bed. |
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QueenAn 8'x10' rug would cover the bed and nightstands, with 3 feet of rug on either side of the bed, while a 6'x9' rug would give an 18" border on each side. |
FullThe 6'x9' rug would fit nicely, as well as two 3'x5' rugs on either side of the bed, creating ample cushioned area on both sides. |
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1 TwinAn 8'x10', 6'x9', or 5'x7' would fit nicely, leaving ample room all around the bed. Two 3'x5' rugs or smaller would also work perfectly on either side of the bed. |
2 TwinsThe best option is to place a 3'x5' rug between the beds. A 2.5'x7' or 2.5'x10' runner rug running across the middle or sides of two twin beds would also look great. |
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Kitchen
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Large(Over 200 square ft.)A larger kitchen can most likely handle a 9'x12', 8'x10', or a 6'x9'. If you have a kitchen island, position a 5'x7', 3'x5', or a runner rug on either or both sides of the island. |
Medium Kitchen(100-200 square ft.)Depending on your layout, a smaller rug, like a 5'x7' or 3'x5', or a runner rug in front of the sink may work best, leaving the rest of the floor space open. |
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Small(70 square ft. or less)A small kitchen can very easily feel cluttered, adding a rug and pattern will only add to that. Depending on your layout, opt for a small rug, like a 2'x3' rug or 3'x5', in front of the sink. |
Long Layout(At least 10 ft. long)A long galley-style kitchen can handle a runner rug along the sink side of the kitchen. If the galley is narrow, position the runner in the center of the kitchen. |
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