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Basic Rules for Rug Placement

From living room rugs to hallway rugs, finding the perfect spot for each one can make all the difference in a room’s overall aesthetic and functionality. Rug placement has always been a tricky one. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are a few simple standard rules in rug placement:

Rug under front legs of furniture

Small Living Room

In small spaces, with furniture against the wall, aim to have the front two legs of all the furniture on the rug.

In even smaller spaces, small rugs can be used just under the coffee table or to define specific seating areas. 

Rug underneath all furniture

Large Living Room

For a larger living room, with furniture floating in the middle of the room, the rug must be big enough to fit all the furniture comfortably, without feeling too cramped. 

Rug underneath bed up to the nightstands

Bedroom

The bedroom offers many options for rug sizes and rug placement. The most popular rug placement is to lay the rug perpendicular to the bed, pulling it half way under, stopping before your nightstands. 
Runners are also a great alternative, especially if you don’t want to deal with the hassle of trying to vacuum underneath your bed. Use a runner on either side, both sides, or just the foot of the bed. 
Dining table on rug with room for chairs to pull out

Dining Room

The rule is simple for the dining area, the table and ALL the chairs should rest on the rug, even when the chairs are pulled out and away from the table. You need about 24″ or so extending beyond each side of the table to avoid chairs going off the rug. 

Runner rug in kitchen

Kitchen

The areas where you find yourself standing the most, like in front of the kitchen sink and in front of the stove, are the best places for a rug. If you have long counters, opt for a runner instead. 

dog on rug in hallway

Hallways

Hallways are usually the forgotten space, but the most traveled routes in your home. Bring your hallway back to life with a rug! Allow your runner to be the focal point, having it cover at least 75% of the length of the hallway and showing the same amount of wood or carpet on both ends of the runner. 

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