Rug Size and Room Guide + Rug Size Calculator

Short answer: For a living room rug, the front legs of the sofas should rest on the rug, with at least 20–30 cm between the rug and the wall; for a dining table, leave 60–70 cm on every side of the table so the back legs of the chairs stay on the rug when pulled out. The calculator below suggests the right rug size in seconds based on your room or table dimensions.

How to Choose a Rug by Room Type

Living room: At least the front legs of the sofas should be on the rug; in large living rooms, having the entire seating group on the rug gives a more cohesive look.

Bedroom: The rug should extend from the foot of the bed rather than the head, so your feet land on the rug when you get up.

Dining room: Add 60–70 cm on every side of the table so the back legs of the chairs stay on the rug when pulled out.

Hallway / entryway: Choose a runner 20–30 cm narrower than the hallway and 40–60 cm shorter than its length, leaving space from the walls.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of the room should a living room rug cover? The general rule is to leave at least 20–30 cm between the walls and the rug; at least the front legs of the sofas should be on the rug.

What rug size should I choose for a dining table? Add 60–70 cm to every side of the table so the back legs of the chairs don't come off the rug when pulled out.

What if a standard size doesn't fit exactly? At Vog Concept we can make many models in custom sizes; use the “Create custom-size order” button on the product page to send us the size suggested by the calculator.