Living Room Rug Placement #1. Go right under the couch, extending at least 20cm behind the couch, and on the sides. If you have the space – this looks amazing! It gives the space a luxurious feel, and also tends to make a space feel bigger. But of course it does mean you need to buy a bigger rug! Your rug should be more than 36” wider than the footprint of your dining set. Wilfredo Emanuel suggests that your rug should be 18” - 24” larger on all sides than your table. Grace Hoffend, Design Advisor Maiden Home, agrees and notes that a good rule of thumb is about 36” wider than the footprint of your entire set.”. Here are a few tips on how to place an area rug under a sectional couch: The size of the rug should be proportional to the size of the couch. If you have a large sectional, then you’ll need a large rug. Conversely, if you have a small sectional, then you’ll need a smaller rug. The shape of the rug should complement the shape of the couch. How would you size and place an area rug under a couch where one end of the couch is up against a wall and the other is opened? The couch is 160 inches in lengths and 41 inches deep. It is off center for better tv viewing. 3. To make large spaces look more cohesive. 8’x10′. 9’x12′. Stylist: Jessica from @simplymodernliving. Room Dimension: 14.5’x14’. Floor Plan: Closed with one open wall. 8’x10’: “With the 8’x10’ Soraya Trellis Ash Grey Rug, I leave the sofa legs off the rug and only the front legs of the other chairs can rest on it. Area rugs are a great way to add warmth and style to your home. But they can also be a pain to keep clean. One of the most important things you need to do is measure for area rug pad. The pad should be at least as wide as the rug, but not more than 2 inches wider on any side. The pad should also be at least as long as the rug, but not more than Always ensure the rug is at least wider than the couch to comfortably fit the rest of the furniture and space. Leave floor space around the perimeter of the rug. This will avoid making the room appear smaller than it is. The rule of thumb is to leave a 12-inch to 18-inch perimeter. Let's find the perfect rug for you! Shop Best Sellers. Live and let live with a Ruggable washable rug! Life happens - Ruggable rugs keep on living. A great addition to any living room and ideal for families with kids and pets - just throw it in the wash! M6Amkx0.