Size Guides

What Size Area Rug Do I Need?

There are a few basic rules of thumb to remember when determining what size rug you need.

1. Knowing how you are going to use a space can help you figure out what size rug to get. Where will you be walking, where will you be standing? Rugs are meant to be functional, use them to frame the space and protect floors in major walkways.

2. A too small area rug can make a room feel smaller and disjointed, it is recommended to have anywhere from 18" to 24" of exposed floor on all sides of your area rug. 

3. In large open living spaces with furniture floating in the middle, the furniture should fit entirely on the rug without feeling cramped.

4. In rooms with furniture along the wall, the two front feet of the furniture should rest on the rug.

5. For dining rooms, a rug should extend 18" to 24" beyond the edge of the table to keep chairs on the rug when pulling them out to sit. 

6. Most area rugs come in standard sizes, and selecting a standard size makes shopping easier. You will have a choice of budget, style and lead time.  Rugs can be made to a custom size when the space or your taste require it.