Living room
At minimum, place the front legs of every main seat on the rug. For a more luxurious look, place the entire seating arrangement on it.
6' × 9'8' × 10'9' × 12'
Designer tip: Leave 8–17 in between the rug edge and the walls.
Find your perfect fit
The complete rug size guide
The right rug does more than fill a floor. It defines the room, connects the furniture, and makes the whole space feel considered.
Before you measure
Three rules that make choosing easier
A rug should feel generous, balanced, and connected to the furniture around it.
01
Go larger, not smaller
A generous rug visually enlarges the room. A rug that is too small can make even beautiful furniture feel disconnected.
02
Connect the furniture
The rug should sit beneath or touch the main furniture pieces, creating one composed arrangement instead of separate islands.
03
Show some floor
Leave a visible border of floor around the rug. In most rooms, 8-17 in creates a refined, intentional frame.
Room by room
Choose the right size for every space
Use these starting points, then adjust for your room and furniture layout.
Dining room
The rug should extend beyond the table far enough that chairs stay on the rug when pulled back.
7' × 10'8' × 10'9' × 12'
Designer tip: Add at least 2–2½ ft beyond every side of the tabletop.
Bedroom
Position the rug beneath the lower two-thirds of the bed, or use runners along both sides for a lighter look.
5' × 8'7' × 10'8' × 10'
Designer tip: Aim for 1½–2 ft of rug visible on each side of the bed.
Hallway & entry
A runner should guide the eye through the space while allowing the flooring to frame it neatly.
2' × 7'3' × 8'3' × 10'
Designer tip: Leave 4–6 in of floor visible on both sides of the runner.
Measure with confidence
A simple way to plan the rug
A few minutes with painter's tape can prevent a rug that feels too small or overwhelms the room.
- Mark the outlineUse painter's tape to mark the proposed rug size directly on the floor.
- Open the doorsCheck that doors, cabinets, and vents can open freely above the rug and any rug pad.
- Measure twiceRecord the maximum width and length, then check the furniture layout before ordering.
- Photograph the spaceA quick photo with the taped outline makes it easier to compare proportions or ask us for advice.
For a custom rug
Room width − 2ftSuggested rug width
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Room length −2ftSuggested rug length
This leaves approximately 1 ft of visible floor around each side. For larger rooms, 1½–2 ft can feel even more balanced.
Size conversion
Popular rug sizes in feet and centimetres
Because every Berber Wool Rug can be woven to order, you are never limited to standard dimensions.
| Feet | Centimetres | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|
| 3 × 5 ft | 90 × 150 cm | Entryways, bedside, small reading corners |
| 4 × 6 ft | 120 × 180 cm | Small bedrooms, offices, compact seating areas |
| 5 × 8 ft | 150 × 240 cm | Apartment living rooms, dining tables for 4 |
| 6 × 9 ft | 180 × 270 cm | Medium living rooms, queen bedrooms |
| 8 × 10 ft | 240 × 300 cm | Large living rooms, king bedrooms, dining for 6 |
| 9 × 12 ft | 270 × 360 cm | Open living spaces, dining for 8, large bedrooms |
| 10 × 14 ft | 300 × 420 cm | Grand rooms and oversized seating arrangements |
Handmade dimensions may vary slightly — this is a natural part of an authentic handwoven rug.
Good to know
Rug sizing questions
Can you make a rug in a custom size?
Yes. Most of our rugs are woven to order, so we can create the exact dimensions your room needs.
Should the rug go under the sofa?
For most living rooms, at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs should sit on the rug. In larger rooms, placing all furniture legs on the rug creates the most unified result.
How much floor should show around the rug?
A border of approximately 8 - 17 in works in most rooms. Smaller rooms may need less, while large rooms can carry a wider border.
Do handmade rug sizes vary?
Slight variation is normal because every rug is measured, knotted, trimmed, and washed by hand. This subtle irregularity is part of its handmade character.
Made for your room
Still unsure about the size?
Send us your room dimensions or a photo. We will personally recommend the size and proportions that will work best.
Ask for sizing advice