Choosing the right rug is a challenge that our customers face. Rugs can add warmth, texture, and color to a room. How can you tell if a carpet will “fit” into a space until you actually see it? What if you buy a rug that is expensive only to discover it does not fit in the room for which you purchased it?
Rugs.com knows how difficult it can be to choose a rug for your house. We have made our website the most user-friendly online. We have 24/7 customer service agents to assist you in selecting the perfect rug. We also offer the “view in your room” option on many of our rugs, which allows you to visualize the carpet in a room that you select. We also offer free shipping, and 30-day returns are free. So, there’s no risk when you buy a carpet at Rugs.com.
Rugs.com has a sizing chart that will help you find the perfect rug.
What size rug should I use in my room?
This question is easier to answer than you might think. To begin your rug shopping mission, you should measure the area that your rug will cover. You’ll get a good idea of what size rug you need. As we always tell our customers, it’s your house and your rules. What looks good in your home is entirely up to you. These are just suggestions from experts on how they think rugs should be placed.
Dining room Rugs
When choosing a rug for your dining room, it is a good idea to choose a carpet that matches the shape of the table. You want to pick a carpet to reach the focal point of this room, which is the table.
Pull out your dining chairs and measure the distance between them and the table. This is the size of the rug you need for your dining area. Your dining room rug should be large enough to accommodate each chair when it is pulled out for a person to sit. This will prevent chairs from catching when they are hurried in after sitting.
Entryway Rugs
The entryway rug should be a welcome mat for your guests, but it shouldn’t cover the entire floor. Start by measuring the entryway, and decide how much of your floor will be exposed. The average amount of floor exposure is between 18″ to 24″. You can use this guide to choose the correct size rug for your entranceway.
This Natural Hand Woven Chunky Jute Runner Carpet is perfect for your entranceway. The texture and beauty of this rug will make your guests feel welcome in your home. It can also withstand heavy foot traffic.
Living room Rugs
Living rooms today are eclectic, bohemian, or traditional. Some rooms are spacious, while others are more enclosed. A rug for the living room serves as a focal point in the designated area of the room.
Choose a rug for your living room that can rest comfortably under the legs of all the furniture you have in the seating area. This is an excellent general rule, as the rug will anchor the room as it acts as the anchor.
Kitchen Rugs
It can be challenging to choose the right rug for a kitchen because space is usually limited. Use the same rules when choosing a rug to cover a breakfast area. When selecting a carpet to cover the area between your sink and the island in the kitchen, please leave at least a few inches between them.
It would be best if you also chose a machine-washable rug in the kitchen due to the inevitable spills and soiling. To prevent slipping, invest in a rug pad.
Bedroom Rugs
Bedroom rugs are a great way to enlarge your bedroom and also add comfort to your feet. When choosing the size of your bedroom rug, you should consider all the bedroom furniture. This is similar to how the arrangement in the living room works. If you’re measuring your bedroom rug area, ensure that it is large enough to cover your bed at the foot and head, as well as your nightstands on either side.
You can also place them next to the bed. This is a great place to rest your feet. Consider this Athena Shag Rug in Blue. It’s soft and inviting. This bedroom rug will make you want to get out of bed every morning.
Outdoor Rugs
You should decorate your patio as if it were an outdoor living room. Outdoor rugs can be used on your patio just as area rugs are in your living room. Choose an outdoor carpet on which only two legs rest of your patio furniture if you want your patio to look expansive. Choose a size rug that covers all four legs of patio furniture if you wish for an outdoor rug to anchor your patio.
This Brown Outdoor Lattice Carpet is the perfect rug for your patio seating area.
Rugs.com’s “View in My Room feature”
Rugs.com has a cool feature called View In My Room* that allows you to see the rugs in action. Click the “see this rug in my room” button after you have found a carpet you like. You will then be taken to a feature where you can upload a photo of your space or view the rug in other similar rooms.
The rug can be rotated 360 degrees and moved anywhere in the space. Try out different brands, colors, styles, and shapes. Test this Cloud Gray Solid Shag 5×8 Rug in any room of your house. Check if the rug fits in your living room, dining room, or any other room.