#rugsize

Rugs are pretty important in a room, you know, they do not just cover the floor but kind of pull everything together, like the furniture and the warmth it adds. Getting the size right matters a lot, because if its too small the space looks kind of empty or unfinished, and if its too big it can just take over the whole area. I think this guide sort of helps figure out what works for different spots in the house.

For the living room, the rug really needs to connect the seating, that is what stands out to me. In bigger rooms, you put all the legs of the furniture on it, so it feels balanced. Medium sized ones, just the front legs of the sofas and chairs go on the rug. And for small rooms, sticking it under the coffee table keeps things from feeling crowded. Oh, and leave about 10 to 18 inches of floor showing between the rug and the wall, that seems like a good tip.

Dining rooms are different, the rug has to fit the table plus the chairs, even when you pull them out. So pick one thats at least 24 inches wider on every side than the table. Low pile or flatweave ones are better because cleaning is easier, I guess spills happen a lot there.

In the bedroom, a good rug makes it softer and warmer, which is nice. For queen or king beds, let it stick out 2 or 3 feet past the edges. Smaller bedrooms might use runners on each side instead, that could work without taking up too much space.

Other places too, like hallways or entryways, runners help guide where you walk and add some style. In a home office, get one big enough so the chair can roll around easily without issues.

It all comes down to picking the size that makes the room feel right, complete and not overwhelming, comfortable in the end.