Living room rug
When choosing the right rug size for your living room, it is important to consider both the furniture and the size of the space. By marking out the furniture placement on the floor at home, for example with tape, you can get a clearer idea of how it will look before making a purchase.
A general rule for the living room is that each piece of furniture should have at least two legs placed on the rug. This creates a cohesive arrangement and helps frame the seating area. It works particularly well in a small to medium-sized living room where the furniture is arranged against a wall. The rug contributes to a warm and inviting atmosphere and creates a defined setting, almost like a room within a room.
In a larger living room where the furniture is positioned more freely, a large rug can be a suitable choice. Placing several pieces of furniture on the rug enhances the sense of space while maintaining a welcoming and balanced impression. The choice of rug ultimately depends on personal preference and interior style.
Kitchen rug
Where should the rug be placed? When placing a rug in a room with a table and chairs, it is generally best to position the rug underneath the dining table. It is important to allow sufficient space around the table so that the chairs can be pulled out easily without catching on the edge of the rug. A kitchen rug should extend approximately 60–90 cm beyond the edges of the table to create a balanced and harmonious impression. The same principle applies to outdoor rugs used with dining sets.
A helpful guideline is to mark out the rug size around your dining table at home and ensure that you can pull out the chairs, stand up, and still have all four chair legs resting on the rug. This way, you can be confident that the rug fits well and adds both function and a considered aesthetic to the room.
Bedroom rug
When placing a bedroom rug, it is generally best to position it under the bed to frame it as the central piece of furniture. It also creates a soft and comfortable surface to step onto when getting out of bed in the morning or going to bed in the evening. The rug can be placed under part of the bed, leaving the bedside tables positioned directly on the floor.
For a double bed measuring 180 × 200 cm, a rug sized 200 × 300 cm is a suitable choice. To create a more generous and refined impression in the bedroom, you may opt for a larger rug that accommodates both the bed and the bedside tables. For a standard double bed, a rug measuring 250 × 350 cm works well, allowing the bedside tables to stand on the rug and creating a cohesive look in the room.
An alternative to one large bedroom rug is to place two runners along the long sides of the bed. A suitable size is 80 × 200 cm if the rug is to extend beneath the bedside tables, or 80 × 150 cm if it is to be positioned in front of them.
Children’s room rug
When choosing a rug for a children’s room, it is important to consider both functionality and safety. A soft and durable children’s room rug is a suitable choice for a space where children play and spend a great deal of time on the floor. The placement of the rug depends on the furniture layout in the room. A helpful guideline is to position the rug so that it connects with the furniture and frames the existing arrangement.
If you are unsure which size to choose, sketching the room from above can provide a clearer understanding of the overall result. When deciding between two sizes, it is often better to choose the larger one, as it provides more space for children to play and move freely on the rug. Safety is also an important consideration, so ensure that the rug is not too slippery and does not pose any other potential hazards.
