Sizing Guide for Area Rugs

Adding an area rug to any room in your home is a great way to add a pop of color and texture to your space. You may not think an area rug is necessary but there is just something about a great area rug that pulls a room together! Okay, now that Eldon Furniture has you convinced that you need an area rug in a couple of rooms in your home, you're probably wondering what size to get. Picking out the design is the easy part but sometimes knowing what size rug to get can be challenging! That's why the best furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to guide you on what size area rug would work well in each room! Check it out!

Living Room 

If you have a large and spacious living room where your furniture is not crowded, an 8X10 or 9X12 rug works great! This would allow you to create a seating are completely on the rug. If your living room is on the smaller side, choose a rug that slightly smaller. In this scenario, instead of placing the furniture completely on the rug, just put the front legs of your furniture on the rug. This will help to keep your rug in place and also offer a cozy feel to your living room.


Dining Room 

The size of your dining room rug depends solely on the size of your table. As a rule of thumb, when you choose a dining room rug, you should have at least 24 inches on all sides of the table. This will allow for your chairs to sit completely on the rug. The key to dining room rugs is the entire table and all chairs should sit on the rug and still have enough room for you to pull out your chair. If you get a rug that is too short, you won't be able to easily pull your chairs in and out and you risk someone tripping.


Bedroom 

There are a couple of different ways to accommodate a rug in your bedroom. Some like a rug under their bed and some choose small rugs that go on either side. When you choose to put a rug under your bed, another option is to get a rug big enough to also put your nightstands on. Some people prefer to only have the rug on the bottom half of the bed leaving the nightstands on the floor and the extra rug space on the front of the bed. Here is a general sizing guide for a bedroom rug:

  • 9X12 area rugs work great for a queen or king bed. You could also have two twin beds and their nightstands fit nicely on a 9X12 rug 
  • 8x10 area rugs work great for king and queen beds and will allow you to also have your nightstands on the rug as well.
  • 6X9 area rugs are perfect for a twin or full beds and nightstand. 

Choosing the correct size rug can really enhance any room of your home, making it feel cozy and inviting. Now that you know a little more about how to choose the correct size rug, stop by Eldon Furniture and look at our selection of area rugs at the Lake of the Ozarks. We have a great selection so you are bound to find the perfect rug for any room. Come see us in our comfortable showroom in downtown Eldon!

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