Area rugs can add color to your interiors while protecting your flooring, and their size depends heavily upon the room dimensions and furniture layouts. This guide will teach you how to choose the right rug for specific living spaces.

Your Guide to Area Rug Sizing Based on Rooms

1. Living Room

Generally, 8-by-10 and 9-by-12 feet area rugs work best in living rooms because they’re large enough to cover a designated seating area but small enough to avoid overwhelming a room. However, this size can vary depending on the length of your couch. Your area rug should be the same length or longer than your sofa and serve as a frame for the center of the space.

2. Dining Room

The size of the dining room area rug depends on how many chairs your table has. Your rug should be large enough to sit beneath the chairs, even after they’ve been filled. Typically, an 8-by-10 rug can accommodate a six-chair table, and a 10-by-14 rug can lay under a 10-chair table.

3. Bedroom

Aim to put the rug perpendicularly so that it peeks out about two to three feet on both sides of the bed and stops right before each nightstand. Generally, 8-by-10 or 8-by-11 area rugs will highlight your bed while providing you with cushioning beneath your feet.

4. Hallway

Leave about six to eight inches of floor space around hallway area rugs so that the rug doesn’t completely cover the walkway. If your hallway is narrow, opt for a skinnier runner that will allow for more room on each side.

If you want to add comfort and style to your home, Kauai Flooring & Interiors offers Custom Area Rug service, so you can pick the carpet style and size, and have your area rug made to order.  The professionals at Kauai Flooring & Interiors offer a wide selection of flooring options. Learn more about their products and services online, call (808) 245-8808, or visit their showroom at 3-3222 Kuhio Highway in Lihue.