What size carpet should I buy? Simple rules to follow!
Choosing the right size of a rug is a very simple process, you just calculate it with a quick glance, right? There is much more to choosing the right size for a rug that perfectly fits your space and furniture than a simple look.
Of course, choosing the right rug size is a “science” that has been perfected by decorators for decades, but the secret is to follow a simple rule: Measure twice!
The most common decorative mistake interior designers make is a rug that is too small for the space. A rug is a decorative element that delimits a space and also connects the furniture in some way. Sometimes it is difficult to find the perfect rug size for your space, and it is not very economical to ask them to create a custom size for you. So if your dream rug is not exactly the size you want, try layering!
There are some general rules that apply to most rooms: Leave at least 8 inches of space between the edge of the rug and walls or kitchen cabinets, avoid placing furniture legs under the rug in frequent passage areas such as entryways and hallways. In general, let the space dictate the right size rug.
For other rooms, such as the dining room, living room and bedroom, things are a little more complicated. So let's see them in detail room by room to help you choose the right rug size!
The right size rug for the living room
The first option is to have all the feet of the living room furniture (sofa and armchairs) on the carpet. For an average living room, the recommended carpet size is at least 2 by 2.5 meters.
Carpet (160×235) Hamadan with erased patterns
Spitishop 145 € 116 € SATIN AL
Carpet (160×235) Royal Carpets with pale pattern Spitishop (168 €) SATIN AL
Since the sofa is against the wall, the rug can only be placed under its front legs. Also, two-layer rugs are in the decoration trends of 2019!
In a smaller living room You can only put the front legs of the sofa on the rug. This works especially well when the back of the sofa is against the wall. A 1.50 x 2 metre rug will usually cover you.
Modern design grey beige carpet
Polihome (from €105) SATIN AL
Carpet in intense pale colors
Polihome (230 €) SATIN AL
Finally, you can choose to just have the coffee table on the rug and leave out all the living room furniture. Although, as we mentioned earlier, this is the number one mistake decorators notice, because small rugs can make your living room look even smaller.
Carpet 230cm x 160cm Sahara Spitishop 236 € 165 € SATIN AL
Correct rug size for dining room
There is a simple rule to follow when choosing a rug in the dining room: Make sure all the chairs fit comfortably on the rug, i.e. The rug should ideally extend one metre from each side of the table. (definitely at least 50 cm). This applies to both rectangular and round rugs.
Carpet (200 × 290) Carpets Elite
Spitishop 320 € 256 € SATIN AL
One way to calculate the right size for your dining room rug is to add 1.5 meters to the length and width of the tableFor example, if your table size is 150 x 100 cm, the ideal rug would be 300 x 250 cm. for round tables you add 1.5 meters to their diameter.
Correct carpet size for bedroom
As with the living room, when choosing a rug for your bedroom you can choose from three basic rules, focusing on the area around the bed as a reference point.
The first option is to place all the legs of the bed and all furniture such as bedside tables and stools on the carpet. In this case, the carpet should protrude 50 cm around the bed.
Carpet 200cm x 250cm
Spitishop 280 € 224 € SATIN AL
The second option and the most common is to keep two-thirds of the bed on the rug, which means the rug starts just in front of the bedside tables.
Royal Carpets silky carpet
Spitishop 265 € 220 € SATIN AL
You can finally get it long bedroom rug set on either side of the bed. This is a good choice if large rugs don't fit in your bedroom or are asymmetrical in shape. The rugs shouldn't extend under the bed, they should be slightly wider than the nightstands.
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