Size guide
Choosing the right size is the single most important decision for a rug. Here is how the standard sizes map to rooms, plus a centimetre conversion chart.
By room
Recommended placements for the spaces where rugs live and breathe.
Living room
- 8x10 - front legs of sofa on rug
- 9x12 - all furniture on rug
- 10x14+ - open-plan great rooms
Bedroom
- 5x8 - queen, rug under bottom 2/3
- 8x10 - king, rug under bottom 2/3
- 9x12 - entire bed + nightstands
Dining room
- 6x9 - 4-seater table
- 8x10 - 6-seater table
- 9x12+ - 8+ seater table
Rule: rug extends 24" / 60cm past each chair when pulled back.
Size chart
All our rugs are listed in feet with centimetre equivalents. Approximate conversions below.
| Feet | Centimetres | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 2x3 ft | 60 x 90 cm | Entryway, bedside accent |
| 3x5 ft | 90 x 150 cm | Hallway runner start, small reading nook |
| 4x6 ft | 120 x 180 cm | Under coffee table, twin bed foot |
| 5x8 ft | 150 x 240 cm | Small living room, under queen bed foot |
| 6x9 ft | 180 x 270 cm | Medium living room, under dining for 4 |
| 8x10 ft | 240 x 300 cm | Standard living room, under queen/king bed |
| 9x12 ft | 270 x 360 cm | Large living room, under dining for 6-8 |
| 10x14 ft | 300 x 420 cm | Great room, formal dining for 8-10 |
| 12x15 ft | 360 x 450 cm | Open-plan living, oversized dining |
Runners
| Feet | Centimetres | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 2'6 x 6 ft | 75 x 180 cm | Short hallway, kitchen galley |
| 2'6 x 8 ft | 75 x 240 cm | Standard hallway |
| 2'6 x 10 ft | 75 x 300 cm | Long hallway, staircase landing |
| 2'6 x 12 ft | 75 x 360 cm | Extra-long corridor |
Tips from our studio
Leave a border
Aim for 18–24" (45–60 cm) of bare floor between the rug edge and the wall. A rug floating inside a room feels considered; one wall-to-wall feels like carpet.
Bigger is (almost) always better
A rug that is too small is the most common mistake. When in doubt, size up - a rug should anchor the furniture, not float between it.
Tape it out
Before buying, outline the rug size with painter’s tape or newspaper on the floor. Walk around it, place a chair on it — you’ll know in five minutes.
Custom is always an option
Can’t find the right fit? Nearly every design in our catalogue can be made to your exact dimensions. Enquire about custom sizes →
Still not sure?
Our design consultants can help you pick the right size for your space — free, no obligation.