While choosing the perfect rug pattern and colors are essential to creating a focal point or cohesive feel, so is size, which can make all the difference in the balance and atmosphere of the space. Use this simple rug size chart to help you determine the size that will work for your room.
Entryway
Make a statement the second guests walk through the door with an attention-grabbing mosaic rug or create the semblance of real wood floors with Norwegian rugs that look like wood in a medium or runner vinyl floorcloth.
Common sizes: 38x56, 52x76, 36x90, 36x115
Bedroom
Wake up and step out of bed to the inviting designs and colors of folk art rugs or colonial rugs. You have design options that help to guide your rug size – flank the sides of the bed, have a rug at the foot of the bed, or place under your furniture to bring your decor together and add color.
Common sizes: 38x56, 52x76, 96x140
Kitchen
While kitchens aren’t typically the first place you’d want to place a rug due to possible spills, vintage vinyl rugs are easy to clean – just wipe with a damp cloth!
Long and narrow kitchens/hallways: try a runner to balance the space, such as a 36x90 or 36x115.
Open floor plan kitchens: 24x36 or 38x56 centered in your space to prevent your space from feeling overwhelmed.
Living Room
One of the most common places for rugs, living rooms are also one of the most challenging rooms on our rug size chart for choosing the right size. Unite the room with a Persian rug that covers almost the entire space or anchor a coffee table and other furnishings with a smaller piece.
Common sizes: 52x76, 70x102, 120x120, 120x175
Dining Room
The general guide to dining room rug size is to choose one that can comfortably fit the table and all the chairs, with at least 8 inches of clearance around the sides. No wobbling chairs! Set the scene with a square or rectangular size that features a welcoming print, like the classic rug collection.
Common sizes: 70x102, 96x140, 96x96
Bathroom
Add personality to a powder room or in front of your vanity with a small- to medium-sized vintage vinyl floor mat or two.
Common sizes: 20x30, 24x36, 38x56
Outdoors
Create a beautiful outdoor seating space with a medium- to large-sized rug and complementary furnishings that match your aesthetic and the mood you want to set.
Common sizes: 20x30 by the door; 60x60 or 52x76, centered to create a focal point
FAQ
How do I clean my vintage vinyl rug if I have an accidental spill?
Simply wipe with a damp cloth. Never use vacuums, scrub brushes, or floor-cleaning chemicals!
How durable are vintage vinyl rugs?
Pet- and kid-friendly, they’re made to be lived in! However, always remember to use felt pads under the table and chair legs and prevent dragging furniture as they can puncture or tear.
Are these rug sizes the only right choices?
Sizes vary greatly depending on your unique space. Measure your room and think about your home’s design to guide the rug size that works for your space. We also offer customizations!
Read more helpful FAQs here!
Choosing Rug Size
Before using the rug size chart, make sure you measure your space. The size of your room and furnishings and your design goals – creating a focal point or uniting the space – will guide your rug size.
