Best Rug Sizes For Different Rooms
Trust Us: How to Choose the Right Rug Size For All of Your Rooms
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Choosing the right rugs for your home seems simple . . . until you order a rug online, unroll it, and it turns out to be too large or too small for the space. Such a bummer. Avoiding that common frustration is easy, though, if you follow a few simple steps.
Along with the obvious — measuring, then measuring again — it helps to get a general sense of which dimensions work for different rooms. Sometimes that's obvious (a 10'x14' rug won't work in a bathroom!), but for bedrooms and living rooms, options abound. Ahead, get some guidance on finding the right size rug for your place — accented by a few selections from the thousands of rugs at Bed Bath & Beyond that are on sale right now.
For the Living Room
Whether your floors are hardwood or carpeted, a spacious area rug can protect them — and freshen up the look of the room at the same time. Here's where you want to go large, choosing an 8'x10' or 9'x12' size that can "hold" your furniture and anchor the room. This Safavieh Vintage Palace Area Rug ($560) is available in a wide range of sizes and shapes to suit different rooms, so you can easily find the right fit.
For the Dining Room
If you like the look of a rug in a formal dining room, opt for 6'x9' or larger with a pattern (to hide splatters!) and low pile (for easy cleanup). This 8'x10' Safavieh Vintage Olivia Area Rug ($561) fits the bill on both counts, and it's available in seven different colorways to match your decor. Plus, it's silky-soft yet low-maintenance — what's not to like?
For the Bathroom
Rugs smaller than 2'x3' can work as kitchen mats and bath mats, too. Officially, this small Wild Sage Mae Stripe Rug ($10, originally $20) isn't a bath mat — but wouldn't it look cute next to a tub? It's 100-percent cotton (i.e., washable and soaks up water), and the tassels add a little something extra. It's the affordable room accent you didn't know you needed.
For the Bedroom
The right size rug for the bedroom depends on the size of your bed and the space itself. If you have a king bed, an 8'x10' or 9'x12' (such as this Bee & Willow Bella 9'2"x12' Shag Area Rug ($480)) will give you plenty of foot padding around the bed.
For the Bedroom
If a large area rug isn't your bedroom style, look for a smaller option to place bedside — say, a 3'x5' rug that can be your morning landing pad. This Momeni Juliette Area Rug ($63, originally $90) works well with a variety of neutral colors, and it's on sale, too.
For the Hallway
To liven up a ho-hum hallway, try a patterned runner such as this 2'x7' Bee & Willow Gibson Runner ($72). Typically, 2 to 2.5 feet will be just the right width.
For the Kitchen
An inexpensive 3'x5' area rug such as this Wild Sage Jessa Tassel Area Rug ($20, originally $40) can work as a backdoor entryway rug, but it's also perfect for the kitchen. Choose a rug pad ($36) to provide traction, then place the rug near the sink or stove to add some character to the room.
For the Laundry Room
For laundry rooms, this Miami Sisal Indoor/Outdoor Rug ($140) is a durable, easy-care option. This rug is a roomy 5'3"x7' to fill a generously sized space, but it's also available in smaller and larger sizes — and since it's made of sisal, it can work on patios and other outdoor spaces as well.
For the Playroom
Wherever kids romp, it's wise to give them a soft place to land. Here, the larger the rug, the better. This wool Safavieh Kids Cody Area Rug ($449) is 8'x10', so there's plenty of room for rolling and roughhousing. It's a good choice for a playroom — just don't forget the rug pad.
For the Nursery
Before babies crawl, there's no real need for an enormous area rug. Instead, introduce a sense of whimsy with a smaller option such as this 4'-diameter Marmalade Biscuit Hand-Tufted Round Washable Area Rug ($200).
