Find the right rug size for your room.

8 spaces. One smarter sizing tool.

Choose your room, enter a few measurements, and get a practical rug size, placement plan, shopping targets, and a room-photo preview.

Warm living room showing a properly sized area rug beneath the seating group

1. Where will your rug go?

Do you need a rug recommendation or are you checking one you already own?

What else is in the room?

Add the main furniture that sits on or around the rug so you can test the full layout in your room photo.

Have your own furniture?Upload a straight-on JPG or PNG and place it in See It in Your Room.

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Decorating guidance only. In moisture-prone areas, choose washable, non-slip rug options and verify door/appliance clearance.

See it in your room

Upload a straight-on photo, calibrate using a known room/furniture measurement, then preview the recommended rug proportionally. You can also toggle between common nearby rug sizes.

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Drag the markers to the left and right edges of the known measurement.

Arrange your room: drag the rug or any furniture piece to move it independently. Select a furniture piece to resize, angle, change its layer, or remove it.

Upload a room photo to begin. You can still drag and resize the mock rug manually before calibration.

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How to Choose the Right Rug Size for Your Room

The best rug size depends on both the room dimensions and the furniture arrangement. A rug should visually connect the main pieces in the space without feeling too small or crowding the walls. Use the calculator above with your own measurements to compare a best-fit size and an alternate option before you shop.

Living room rug sizing

In a living room, the rug usually looks most intentional when it relates to the sofa and chairs instead of floating by itself in the middle of the floor. Depending on the room, the front legs of the seating may sit on the rug or the entire seating group may fit within it.

Bedroom and dining room rugs

Bedroom rugs should extend far enough beyond the bed to feel useful when you step down. Dining room rugs need enough extra room around the table for chairs to remain on the rug when they are pulled out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size rug do I need for my living room?

It depends on your room and furniture measurements. Enter the room and seating dimensions in the calculator to compare practical rug sizes and see how they relate to the furniture layout.

Should a living room rug go under the sofa?

Often, placing at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs on the rug helps the seating area feel connected. Larger rooms may work well with all furniture legs on the rug, while smaller rooms can use a more compact arrangement.

How much floor should show around an area rug?

Visible flooring around the rug helps frame the room. The ideal amount varies with room size and layout, so use the calculator as a proportional starting point rather than relying on one fixed border measurement.

Can I preview a rug in my own room?

Yes. Upload a straight-on room photo, calibrate it with a known measurement, and the calculator can show the recommended rug at proportional scale with movable furniture pieces.