dining room size

the right area rug can help bring a room together.so how do you pick the perfect rugs for your home? follow these simple tips. let’s start in the living room. when itcomes to size, the traditional rule of thumb is to measure the seating area and get theclosest size up so all the furniture legs will be on the rug. but don’t be afraid to break the rules!smaller, budget-friendly rugs can work too. get a size that allows just the front legsto sit on the rug, or try no legs on the rug. on the other hand, to fill an entire room,go with a rug that will be at least 2 feet from walls.

and who says you have to settle for one rug?try a smaller rug on top of a larger one. two different rugs can help define a sittingarea. you can even use a rug over carpet, just besure to use carpet tape to keep it from moving. and don’t be afraid to use shapes otherthan a rectangle. round rugs are great for seating vignettes, passageways and entrances. in dining rooms the rug should extend at least2 feet beyond the size of the table on all sides. kitchen rugs are helpful where you stand themost, like in front of the sink or stove – perfect spots for runners. whatever style you choose,keep it about 6 inches away from the cabinets.

a rug pad can help to keep it from slipping. in the bedroom, treat the bed as a focal point.measure it, and get a rug that extends 24 inches on each side, unless it’s againsta wall. go ahead and layer rugs too. another tip – runners on each side of thebed can provide a bit of visual interest. when it comes to entry areas, the right rugwill give a great first impression. a rug that’s wider than the door is the way togo. passageways are ideal for runners. make sureto have at least 6 inches of floor space on all sides. when it comes to patterns, complement thedesign of your furniture or curtains. choose

a subtle rug to help balance curtains witha bold design. it’s also helpful to consider foot trafficwhen buying a rug. low pile works best in high traffic areas, and detailed patternscan help hide stains. high pile rugs are soft, so consider usingthem in bedrooms and sitting areas. another consideration is material -- syntheticvs. natural. natural fibers look and feel great, but some are more susceptible to stainingand fading. synthetics are more budget-friendly and resist staining and fading better. the right area rug will help transform a roomand define your style. want more great ideas and how-tos? go to lowes.com/howtoor click to subscribe.

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