There are so many different rug sizes to choose from that it can often be very difficult and frustrating to choose the correct size rug for a room.
If the rug is too large, it can overpower the rest of the room.
However, if the rug is too small, it can look odd and out of place in the room.
The following is a guide to selecting the right size rug for a room.
You first must think about how much of the floor you wish to cover in the room.
If you have beautiful hardwood floors, then you will want to cover much less area than if you have a room with well worn tile.
Think about how the size of the rug will enhance or detract from the material underneath it.
Next, you need to consider the size of the rug in relationship to the furniture in the room.
Under no circumstances do you want the furniture in a room to be sitting only half on the rug.
This will make the furniture lay uneven, and it can lead to premature wear and damage to both the furniture and the floor.
Once you have accomplished there first two steps, you can then measure the room to figure out what size rug will cover the amount of space you need covered.
Measure the amount of floor space you wish to cover with a tape measure.
You can then bring the measurements with you to the store.
You will want to select a rug size that is very, very close to your measurements.
Even when a rug is only off in size by a few inches, it can make for major difficulties when it is installed in the room.
Because it can sometimes be difficult to find a rug that matches the exact dimensions of the area you wish to cover, it is a good idea to have measure the room in a couple of different ways.
Think of different ways rugs can be placed in the room, yet still bring a satisfactory result.
If you have trouble finding one rug that fits your size needs, you may want to consider selecting several different smaller rugs.
Being flexible in your wants will bring a more satisfactory end result.