Rug Size For Living Room - What Fits Best ?

Rug Size For Living Room

The size of the rug in a room can dramatically alter its overall space. Everyone wants their living room to look more welcoming and cozier and at the same time follow their choice of theme.

Choosing the appropriate size for your living room rug will provide balance and warmth, making it the perfect finishing touch. It also serves as a basis for your living area, gives comfort underfoot, and aids in the protection of your flooring. Once you've determined what size rug is perfect for your living room, we'll look at how different colors and layouts may help you make the most of your space.

A living room rug is a centerpiece in the interior, so it should look and feel well. While there are no hard and fast rules regarding living room rug placement or area rug size, there are a few rug suggestions to help you get the style and feel you want for your house.

 1. ALL LEGS ON THE RUG

If you have adequate living room space and want to put all of your conversational furniture pieces (such as couches, accent chairs, and coffee tables) on your rug, leave about eight inches between the furniture's edge and the rug.

Rug in the Image - Hand Knotted Blue Oushak

Also, allow ten to eighteen inches between the rug and the wall (or more if you have room). Going too near to the wall creates the appearance of an odd "almost" wall-to-wall carpet. The only exception is if you have your sofa up against a wall or a few inches away from one, or if your space is limited. 

8x10, 9x12 and 10x14 depending on the space you have works well for this arrangement. 

2. FRONT LEGS ON THE RUG

For a variety of reasons, the front-legs-only arrangement is the recommended living room rug placement. It better fits a tiny area, is more cost-effective, and may make a small space look larger. Only the front legs of your furniture (sofas and chairs) should be on the rug, while the rear legs should be on the bare floor.

The Rug in the image-Oriental Persian Area Rug

The rug in the image- Vintage Hand-knotted Traditional Persian Heriz-Serapi  Rug

The idea is that the rug should only cover around one-third of the width of each piece of furniture. It unifies the seating area and offers a consistent effect without the additional cost of a room-sized rug.

Ideally 8x10 rugs are good fit for this arrangement. 

3. THE FLOATING ARRANGEMENT (NO LEGS ON THE RUG)

In this case, you just set your coffee table or the main furniture on your rug, not you’re seating. The layout can appear amazing, but only if it is done properly. To get the proportions right, base the rug's size on the interior measurements of your seating area.

When done properly, the rug will appear intended and well-styled, filling the negative space created by the furniture grouping. For this pattern, a smaller rug size, such as a 6x9 or 5x8 rug, is ideal.

4. MAKE USE OF LAYERING RUG

If you want to use a 5x8 antique rug that compliments your living room décor but feels a little small? Not to worry, since you can stack this rug on top of a larger one. This layout may look stunning if you find the appropriate combo. Choose a natural jute rug as your huge foundation and layer a smaller rug on top, generally of a contrasting color and material.

5. COLOR AND FABRIC FOR LIVING ROOM

Living room rugs define the space, so the color, design, and fabric of your rug may set the standard. Lighter colors make smaller rooms look larger, whilst darker, richer hues help define more intimate spaces. Warm colors, such as yellow, red, or orange, offer warmth, while cool colors, such as blue, green, or purple, produce a peaceful mood. Choose rug colors based on the predominant furniture in your room, such as a sofa. Choose a patterned rug if it's a solid hue and vice versa.

Consider the following fabrics for living room rugs:

• Rug fibers that are tough and resilient can withstand considerable foot activity. Jute and seagrass are examples of suitable rug materials. They are also suitable for outside use.
• Soft, cuddly materials provide relaxation and are ideal for resting. Cotton and wool rugs are ideal because they are soft, simple to clean and provide warmth against the cold.
• Synthetic rugs provide a blend of warm and robust carpets and are less expensive than real fibers such as wool.