A step by step guide to placing an area rug in the living room no matter what size your space is and where to put a rug in the dining room and the bedroom.
Proper display of area rug.
Two rugs are better than one.
8 x 10 or 9 x 12 king size bed remember the bigger is better rule when it comes to arranging an area rug under a king size bed.
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.
The 8 x 10 nomad vado area rug anchors a small sofa and two chairs with the front legs of each furniture piece placed on the area rug.
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.
Place the rug perpendicular under the bed with enough of the rug reaching out on the sides and in front to place your feet comfortably when getting out of bed or sitting at the foot.
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For an attractive living room layout an equal amount of exposed flooring around your rug will balance the room and frame the rug.