Buying a rug online without seeing it in your room first can feel like guesswork. Get the size wrong and even the most beautiful rug will make a room look unfinished, or worse, cramped. This guide breaks sizing down room by room, so you can order with confidence.
Why size matters more than pattern
A rug that's too small is the single most common styling mistake in Australian living rooms. It visually shrinks the space and leaves furniture looking like it's floating on bare floor. As a rule of thumb, bigger is almost always better within your budget and room dimensions.
A quick room-by-room starting point
Living rooms typically need 200x290cm to 240x330cm, bedrooms suit 200x290cm under a queen bed or 240x330cm under a king, and dining tables need enough rug that chairs stay on it even when pulled right out - usually 240x330cm for a 6-8 seat table.
Frequently Asked Question
How do I know what size rug to buy?
Measure your room and leave 20-30cm of bare floor between the rug's edge and the walls; for living rooms, aim for at least the front legs of every sofa on the rug, and for dining tables allow 60-70cm past the table edge so chairs stay on the rug when pulled out.
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Further reading: Houzz Australia room-planning guide
