Rug Sizing Guide

Great rooms begin from the ground up. Select your room to see which sizes work, where to place them, and how much floor to leave around the edges.

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Living Room Rugs

Anchor the rug to your seating, not to the middle of the floor. The goal is one connected grouping where the sofa and chairs share the same rug.

Aim for at least the front legs of every seat on the rug.
Keep 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 in) of bare floor between rug and walls.
If no legs will reach, go smaller and keep the rug fully under the coffee table.

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Placement, from above

5' × 8'152 × 244 cm

152 × 244 cm5' × 8'

Best for

Small sitting areas, or centred under a coffee table with all furniture off the rug.

Room size

Up to 10' × 12'Up to 3 × 3.7 m

6' × 9'183 × 274 cm

183 × 274 cm6' × 9'

Best for

Apartment living rooms with a loveseat or compact sofa, front legs on.

Room size

10' × 13'3 × 4 m

8' × 10'244 × 305 cm

244 × 305 cm8' × 10'

Best for

The go-to for most living rooms: a full sofa plus two chairs, front legs on.

Room size

12' × 14'3.7 × 4.3 m

9' × 12'274 × 366 cm

274 × 366 cm9' × 12'

Best for

Larger rooms where all legs of the main seating can sit on the rug.

Room size

13' × 16'4 × 4.9 m

10' × 14'305 × 427 cm

305 × 427 cm10' × 14'

Best for

Open-concept spaces and sectionals, defining the whole seating zone.

Room size

14' × 18' or larger4.3 × 5.5 m or larger

Rug Sizes in Real Spaces

See how our most popular rug sizes come together in real rooms, for a better sense of scale, placement, and proportion.

Living room8' × 10'244 × 305 cmIn a 12' × 15' living roomIn a 3.7 × 4.6 m living roomThe front legs of the sofa and accent chairs rest on the rug, creating a balanced and defined seating area.

Sizing FAQs

Quick answers to the questions we hear most. Still unsure? Our team is happy to help, and yes, they're real humans.

What size rug do I need for my living room?

For most living rooms, an 8' x 10' rug is a versatile choice, with enough room for the front legs of your sofa and accent chairs to sit on the rug. For larger living rooms or spacious seating areas, a 9' x 12' rug can create a more generous, grounded look. Smaller spaces may work well with a 6' x 9' rug, depending on your furniture layout.

For most living rooms, a 244 x 305 cm rug is a versatile choice, with enough room for the front legs of your sofa and accent chairs to sit on the rug. For larger living rooms or spacious seating areas, a 274 x 366 cm rug can create a more generous, grounded look. Smaller spaces may work well with a 183 x 274 cm rug, depending on your furniture layout.

Should living room furniture sit on the rug?

Ideally, at least the front legs of your sofa and chairs should sit on the rug. This helps define the seating area and makes the room feel more cohesive. In larger spaces, all furniture can sit fully on the rug, while smaller rooms may use a front-legs-only arrangement.

How much floor should show around an area rug?

As a general rule, leave approximately 12 to 24 inches of exposed floor between the edge of your area rug and the walls. In smaller rooms, less space may work well. For hallway runners, leaving around 4 to 6 inches of flooring on each side usually creates a balanced look.

As a general rule, leave approximately 30 to 60 cm of exposed floor between the edge of your area rug and the walls. In smaller rooms, less space may work well. For hallway runners, leaving around 10 to 15 cm of flooring on each side usually creates a balanced look.

Should I choose the larger rug size if I’m between two sizes?

In most cases, yes. A slightly larger rug tends to make a room feel more intentional and spacious, while a rug that is too small can make furniture feel disconnected. If you are unsure, use painter’s tape to mark both rug dimensions on the floor before choosing.

What size rug should I use under a queen bed?

An 8' x 10' rug is one of the most popular rug sizes for a queen bed. Position it beneath the lower two-thirds of the bed so the rug extends beyond both sides and the foot of the bed, creating a comfortable landing area.

A 244 x 305 cm rug is one of the most popular rug sizes for a queen bed. Position it beneath the lower two-thirds of the bed so the rug extends beyond both sides and the foot of the bed, creating a comfortable landing area.

What size rug should I use under a king bed?

A 9' x 12' rug typically works well under a king bed, providing enough coverage around the sides and foot of the bed. Larger bedrooms may also accommodate a 10' x 14' rug for a more expansive look.

A 274 x 366 cm rug typically works well under a king bed, providing enough coverage around the sides and foot of the bed. Larger bedrooms may also accommodate a 305 x 427 cm rug for a more expansive look.

Are rug dimensions exact?

Rug sizes are generally listed as nominal dimensions and may vary slightly from the measurements shown. This is especially common with handmade, hand-knotted, or handwoven rugs. Always review the individual product dimensions before ordering.

What size rug pad do I need?

Choose a rug pad that is approximately 1 inch smaller than your rug on every side. This keeps the rug pad hidden while helping prevent slipping, adding cushioning, and protecting your flooring.

Choose a rug pad that is approximately 2.5 cm smaller than your rug on every side. This keeps the rug pad hidden while helping prevent slipping, adding cushioning, and protecting your flooring.

Can I order a rug sample before buying?

Yes. Rug samples allow you to see the colour, texture, material, and pattern in your own space before selecting a full-size rug. Browse all of our rug samples here.

What if my rug is the wrong size once it arrives?

If your rug does not work with your space, review our return policy for eligibility, timelines, and return instructions. We recommend measuring your room and furniture placement before ordering to help determine the best rug size. For questions, please review our Return Policy or get in touch with us.

What size rug should go under a dining table?

Choose a rug large enough for the dining chairs to remain on the rug even when they are pulled away from the table. As a general rule, allow approximately 24 inches of rug beyond each side of the table.

Choose a rug large enough for the dining chairs to remain on the rug even when they are pulled away from the table. As a general rule, allow approximately 60 cm of rug beyond each side of the table.

What size rug do I need for a dining room with 6 chairs?

For many six-seat dining tables, an 8' x 10' rug works well, although the ideal size depends on the dimensions and shape of your table.

For many six-seat dining tables, a 244 x 305 cm rug works well, although the ideal size depends on the dimensions and shape of your table.

How should I measure a room for an area rug?

Measure the length and width of the space, then consider the dimensions and placement of your furniture. Use painter’s tape to outline the rug size on the floor before ordering to see how it will fit.

Can an area rug be too big for a room?

Yes. A rug should define the space without covering nearly the entire floor. Leaving a visible border of flooring around the rug helps create balance and gives the room a more intentional look.