Rug Size Calculator
Calculate the perfect rug size for your room based on dimensions and style preferences
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Distance to leave uncovered around the rug perimeter
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Example Calculation
Living Room Rectangle Rug
Room dimensions: 12 ft × 14 ft
Bare floor perimeter: 2 ft
No extrusions
Calculation
Rug Length = 14 - 0 - 2 = 12 ft
Rug Width = 12 - 0 - 2 = 10 ft
Rug Size = 12 ft × 10 ft = 120 sq ft
Closest Standard Size: 10′ × 12′
Standard Rug Sizes
Rectangle & Oval
Square & Circle
Runner
Placement Tips
Leave 18-24 inches of bare floor around the rug
Front legs of furniture should be on the rug
Center the rug under your main furniture piece
Choose larger rugs for open floor plans
Consider room proportions and traffic flow
Understanding Rug Sizing
Why Proper Sizing Matters
A properly sized rug can transform your space by defining areas, adding warmth, and creating visual balance. Too small and it looks lost; too large and it overwhelms the room.
Room-Specific Guidelines
- •Living Room: All furniture front legs on rug or all off
- •Dining Room: Rug extends 24-36" beyond table
- •Bedroom: Rug under bed with 18-24" on each side
- •Kitchen: Runner rugs 2-3 feet wide for walkways
Calculation Formulas
Base Formula:
Rug Width = Room Width - Extrusions - Perimeter
Rug Length = Room Length - Extrusions - Perimeter
Area = Length × Width
Special Shape Calculations
- Circle: Area = π × (diameter/2)²
- Oval: Area = π × (length/2) × (width/2)
- Octagon: Area = (side × 0.414)² × 4.8284
- Runner: Width typically 2-3 feet standard