Rug By Size, Rug Sizes, Beautiful Rugs

Rug By Size, Rug Sizes, Beautiful Rugs

There are various beautiful rugs by size and shape, including rectangular, oval, circular, octagonal, square, and miscellaneous. Rugs vary in size and shape. A rectangle rug can have dimensions of 2×3, 3×5, 4×6, 5×8, 6×9, 8×10, 8×11, 9×12, 10×14, 12×15 and larger.

As we mentioned in our previous blogs, small living room rugs come in sizes 5×7, 5×8, and 6×9. Square and circular rugs have dimensions of 3 feet to 12 feet.

Handmade Contemporary Rug, Red & Beige Color Persian Gabbeh Rug.
5047- Handmade Contemporary Rug, Red & Beige Color Persian Gabbeh Rug.

Where do you put your beautiful 5×7 rug? In the living room, a 5×7 rug will fit perfectly in front of the couch (with the front legs of the rug) and underneath the coffee table in a small living room. For large living rooms, use it to define or accentuate a section, such as a reading nook or a fireplace. If it is in the kitchen, a 5×7 rug is best placed in front of the sink or on either side of the kitchen island.

Rug By Size: The Versatile Sizes

5×8 or 6×9 are probably the most versatile rug sizes; they can improve the look of your small to medium-sized room or define a section of any large room. How should you choose a beautiful 5×7 rug? They come in a variety of textures and piles.

Low-pile and dense rugs are ideal for high-traffic areas and low-clearance doors. Plush Rugs are taller rugs that feature a soft texture. Shag Rugs are high-pile rugs that boast a soft feel along with a furry and fuzzy texture. A 5×7 rug in more neutral hues, such as white, cream, grey, beige, tan, or taupe, can tie all your colorful furniture pieces and décor elements together.

Some beautiful rugs can change color and add bolder shades like red, green, blue, orange, yellow, or purple. Whether you are styling a bohemian, modern, traditional, or farmhouse space, there is a range of pattern options, such as geometric, floral, abstract, striped, or animal print.

Rug By Size Tips for Small Bedrooms

In the bedroom: if you own a twin-size bed, a 5×7 rug is the perfect size, providing enough coverage and space around the bed. If it is in the home office, a 5×7 rug is large enough to fit an entire standard-size desk and chair. If the 5×7 rug is in the entryway or foyer, a beautiful rug of this size will create an inviting and lasting impression for guests in the foyer or entryway.

Contemporary rug with gray and white colors. wool rug by size.
3096- Gray and White Rug, Designer Contemporary Rugs. Size 6.1 x 9

A 6×9 rug is versatile and can work for any room size. When you are tying all the elements of a small to medium room together or drawing attention to a section of a large room, 6×9 area rugs are an ideal addition to any space that requires a splash of color, a hint of texture, or even a touch of whimsy.

There is a variety of textures and piles to choose from. Some rugs are low-pile, lightweight, and feature a smooth texture. These rugs work best in high-traffic areas and low-clearance doors. Plush Moroccan rugs are medium-pile rugs that feature a soft texture.

For rooms that already feature bold and bright colors, choose a 6×9 rug in more neutral hues, such as white, cream, and gray, or natural colors like beige, tan, and taupe. If you are looking for a statement piece, consider incorporating warm reds, cool blues and greens, dainty pinks and purples, and bright yellows and oranges.

When choosing a rug for your living room, ensure the length of the rug is slightly longer than your sofa to maintain visual balance. Sofa legs can be on or off the rug, while your chair’s front legs should be on the rug. I the Dining Room a 6×9 rug works best underneath of a 3’ to 4’ square or round dining table with four chairs.

In the bedroom, your beautiful rug of this size should be able to accommodate all four legs of a twin or full-size bed if you choose to put the rug under the bed. For queen-size beds, place two-thirds of your rug under the bed.

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