Quick Rules for Area Rugs 

Living Room 

• Use 8'x10' or larger so your rug fits under or in front of all main furniture. 
• Keep rug 6–8 inches wider than your sofa on both sides. ● Be consistent: all furniture legs on or off the rug.

Dining Room 

• Choose a rug that’s at least 36" bigger than your table on all sides. ● Go for flatweave or low-pile rugs — easy to clean and slide chairs. 

Bedroom 

• Rug should extend at least 24" around the bed. 
• Size guide: Twin (5'x8'), Full (6'x9'), Queen (8'x10'), King (9'x12'). Hallways (Runners) 
• Leave 3" between rug and walls. 
• Avoid runners that are too long or match the hallway length exactly. ● Make sure doors can open easily over the rug. 

We love this article written by Emily Henderson on how to select the right area rugs for your space. We wanted to provide the link so you could enjoy it as much as we did! 

Source: stylebyemilyhenderson.com