If Room Is 15x13 How Large Should My Rug Be

A rug that is too large for the room can paradoxically make the room feel smaller.

If room is 15x13 how large should my rug be.

If you re working with a large master bedroom consider a rug size large enough to fit your bed and both nightstands when it s placed perpendicular to them. If you don t an 8 by 10 foot rug should suffice. Depending upon the size of the room there can be more rug extension around the bed as seen in this room by lauren nelson design but not less. For a larger room an 8 by 10 foot rug is the perfect size to accommodate a king or queen size bed and end tables.

All furniture legs resting on the rug just the front legs on the rug or all furniture except for the coffee table off the rug. Place the front legs of the sofa on top of the rug. With this option you should leave 18 to 24 inches of space around the outer edges of the furniture. Your living room shape not just the furniture should dictate the rug size and orientation to make the space look larger and feel connected.

For an area rug to look balanced under a bed it should be large enough to extend beyond the sides of the bed at least 18 inches for a king or queen bed and at least 12 inches for a full or twin bed. For a twin or full size bed aim for a 6 by 9 foot rug or bigger. The size of an area rug can dramatically alter the room s overall effect. The right sized area rug will bring warmth and balance to the room creating the perfect finishing touch.

As a general rule for a king or queen bed a 9 by 12 foot rug is ideal if you have a bench at the foot of the bed. Leaving a space of 18 24 on all sides of the rug will create a border to frame your living space. A rug that is too small for your space can cause the room to feel uninviting.