Your Guide to Choosing the Perfect Rug Size

Oscar Isberian Rugs

Area rugs are a great way to tie a room together. They create a warm and welcoming environment. However, choosing a rug that is too big or too small for your space can interrupt the whole vibe of the room. The right sized area rug is essential to the cohesive feel of your space. 

Most standard size rugs are:

3’ x 5’ 8’ x 10’

4’ x 6’ 9’ x 12’

5’ x 8’ 10’ x 14’

6’ x 9’ 12’ x 15’

Consult with your Interior Designer if you think your space needs a customized size and shape. Here are a few tips when choosing the right size for your next rug.

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Living Rooms

The first rule of thumb is cover the floor space that you have. Big room? Big rug! Long room? Long rug! You’ll also want to take into consideration where your furniture will be placed. For larger rooms with a lot of furniture, it’s best to be able to comfortably fit all your furniture on the rug. The standard sizes for larger area rugs is 9’ x 12’ or 10’ x 14’. For smaller living rooms that require the furniture to be against a wall, it’s best to choose a size around 6’ x 9’ or 8’ x 10’. You’ll want to place the front two legs of your furniture pieces on the rug.

Emily Henderson

Emily Henderson

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Dining Room

For those who choose to use an area rug in their dining room, you need it to be big enough to fit the table and chairs. For safety reasons, the rug should extend at least 24” past all edges of the table to avoid chairs getting caught on the edge of the rug.

Standard sizes for dining room rugs are 8’ x 10’ or 9’ x 12’, but you can always measure your dining room table and add 2 feet to all sides for a good starting place.

Amber Interiors

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Bedrooms

There are a few options for rug choices and sizes when it comes to your bedroom. If you’d like a larger rug under the bed, you’ll want to make sure that it extends on either side of the bed. The rug should also extend past the foot of the bed. A standard size rug for a queen bed is 8’ x 10’ and a king bed requires at least 9’ x 12’. 

If you’re looking for a more minimalist option, two runners on either side of the bed (or even just the foot!) can bring a higher level of comfort to your bedroom, even in an already carpeted space. You’ll want to shop for rugs sizes of 2’ 6” x 8’ or 3’ x 5’.

Mitchell Channon Design

Ballard Designs

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Kitchens

Whether it’s a smaller rug in front of the sink or a runner between an island and your cabinets, a rug can bring texture and color to your kitchen, complimenting your wall and cabinet colors.  For a kitchen with limited space, like a galley kitchen, a runner that runs the length of the space is an excellent way to add a little warmth and comfort underfoot. Bonus: vintage runners in the kitchen are an awesome design trend right now!

Some standard sizes for a kitchen runner are 2’ 6” x 8’ or 3 ‘ 5’. 

For open concept or country kitchens, a smaller rug in front of sink where there is generally a lot of foot traffic is a practical way of showcasing a rug. The most standard size is 2’ x 3’. Want to mix it up? Look for a half-round rug instead of the usual rectangle. 

Classic Casual Home

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Now that you’ve found your perfect rug, don’t forget to get a rug pad!
Check out our recent post: 5 Reasons You Need a Rug Pad.

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Need help finding the perfect area rug for your space?Schedule a design consultation today!