18/12/2020
How to Pick the Perfect Area Rug for Your Living Space
Scale. Style. Function. Let us help you select the perfect area rug for your living space with these helpful tips, and find some great options to shop, below.
Finding the perfect area rug is not an easy task. Thanks to the internet there are, quite literally, endless area rug options available at our fingertips. And while we love a wide selection, the unlimited options feel less like a gift and more like too much of a good thing. But, not to fret! We’re here to share the scoop on how to find the perfect area rug for your space.
Our secret? Scale, style and function.
If you make scale, style and function your top priorities while rug shopping, you will score a carpet that fits your design vision and household needs in no time. Keep reading to learn more and shop our favorite area rugs for your home.
SIZE MATTERS
A too-small rug creates an unfinished, unsightly floating effect that detracts from the design. In contrast, a rug that’s too large for your space will make the room appear tight and overstuffed. Our advice? Avoid both scenarios and use the measurements of your room to guide you on your quest of choosing the best size rug for your space.
There are endless sizing guides online with rug suggestions based on standard room measurements, but a good rule of thumb is to select a rug that is two feet shorter than the smallest wall in the space. For example, choose an 8’x10’ rug for a 10’x12’ room, a 5’x 8’ rug for a 7'x10' room or a 3’x5’ accent rug for a 5’x7’ room.
Still not sure if you're on the right track? Your area rug should fit entirely or partially beneath all major furniture in the room. If you're working with a smaller area rug, position it at least halfway beneath all your key furnishings (think: sofa, bed, armchairs) to create a cozy and secure floorplan. Pro tip: Layer your small area rug on a larger natural rug to yield curated, texture rich flooring that fits the scale of your design.
