Place the front legs of the sofa on top of the rug.
Area rug under coffee table size.
Extend the rug 24 inches around a table it is much easier to maneuver dining chairs if there is at least 24 inches of rug extending from the edge of the table on all sides as shown in this design by d2 interiors.
This allows ample room for your guests chairs to sit comfortably on the rug.
Area rugs that are 4 x 6 feet or 6 x 9 feet are generally suitable for using under coffee tables.
For instance a 40 by 60 inch table should be paired with at least an 8 by 10 foot rug but would work best with a 9 by 12 foot rug.
Dining room rugs should be large enough to cover the entire area under the table and beyond.
All legs on the rug.
Don t be too funky and try to use round rugs with square tables leave that to the experts use a rectangular rug with rectangular coffee table and a round or oval area rug with a round or oval coffee table.
You don t need to go with a four season or jute rug as they did above but you can find a 9 x 12 option for under 200 at target but a more durable material will look appropriate.
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.
For smaller living rooms you have two options.
Choose a rug that s at least 2 feet longer on each side.
Option 2 larger rooms typically require a rug that is between 8 x 10 9 x 12.
The front two legs of all major pieces of furniture should fit on your area rug sofas chairs tables and even beds.
If you are placing the rug under a coffee table make sure that it can accommodate all four legs of the table.
This rule allows the back legs of the chairs to be on the rug even when being used.
For the best rug size in your dining area measure the length and width of the table.
When deciding on size use painter s tape to outline the area you d like to cover measure the perimeter and pick the nearest size in your favorite rug.
There are three main layouts.
Learn more about these layouts below.