Rug Sizing + Placement

Lately I’ve been getting really into rugs!
Unusual, I know but rugs truly make or break a room. One of the most common mistakes I see is people choosing a rug that’s far too small for their furniture. Rugs create visual balance, help zone a space, add warmth and make a room feel instantly more inviting.

A few simple rules to get it right:

Dining Room

Choose a rug large enough so that when you pull out the chairs they stay on the rug. As a guide go 60–70cm larger than your table on all sides.

4–6 seater table: Look for a rug around 240cm x 300cm

8–10 seater table: 300cm x 400cm or 250cm x 350cm (minimum)

Tip: Jute is a great choice for a dining table rug as they are durable, low-maintenance and perfect for high-traffic areas.

If your dining room feels like it is missing something then try to introduce a rug under the table it can instantly add warmth, balance and a visual interest.

Recommend Rug Suppliers: Armadillo, Miss Amara, Baya.

Living Room

Your rug should extend beyond the edges of your furniture to visually anchor the seating area.

Smaller size living rooms: good for small spaces or compact sofas (but ensure at least the front legs of your sofa sit on the rug) - 200cm x 300cm

Medium size – suits most standard family living rooms 250cm x 350cm

Large L - shaped Sofas or Large Lounge rooms: Look for a rug around 300cm x 400cm

Bedroom

Select a rug that’s proportional to your room and bed. If you have a spacious bedroom, go larger so the rug becomes a visual feature. Aim for 60–70cm on each side of the bed, and choose whether you want to include the bedside tables or not. Rugs are fantastic for softening timber floors, protecting carpet, grounding the space and adding cosy warmth.

Hallway

Opt for long, narrow rugs like jute runners that don’t add height or trap dirt. Reversible styles are a bonus for busy homes. Avoid fringes — they wear quickly in high-traffic spaces.I absolutely love Zebra Home hallway runners as they are really practical for high traffic areas.

Your hallway runner should start at either at the entrance of your hallway or at least from the edge of the door frame, so when someone enters the hallway, they are stepping onto the runner.

Standard hallway runners are usually around 80-100cm wide and 182cm to 4 meters and should ideally match the shape of your hallway.

If you need any help selecting the perfect rug for your home, feel free to reach out at reedesignandco@gmail.com so we can help you with your selections.

Happy rug shopping!

Cherie x