{"id":431,"date":"2020-02-04T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-04T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/?p=431"},"modified":"2020-01-23T14:12:37","modified_gmt":"2020-01-23T19:12:37","slug":"simple-rules-for-dining-room-rugs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/simple-rules-for-dining-room-rugs\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Rules for Dining Room Rugs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The right rug can bring a dining room from drab to\ndelightful. As one of the largest pieces of d\u00e9cor in the space, a rug has a\ndramatic effect on the overall look and feel of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what makes for a great dining room rug? Should it be\nsized to the room or to the table? What materials and styles work best? Read on\nto find the answers to all this and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits of Dining Room Rugs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the rise of urban industrial and modern farmhouse styles, there\u2019s been some debate about whether dining room rugs are a thing of the past<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In our opinion, dining room rugs are a classic d\u00e9cor item\nthat will never go out of style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re not convinced, consider this\u2014rugs provide a lot of\nbenefits beyond just dressing up the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rugs dampen sound, protect floors from shuffling feet and\nsliding chairs, and will literally warm up the room. They\u2019re a godsend for\nbusy, entertainment-focused spaces like the dining room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dining Room Rug Sizing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The general rule for dining rooms is to base the size of\nyour rug on the size of your table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your rug should be big enough to accommodate the table and\nall your chairs when they are pulled out. Usually, this means adding 24 to 30\ninches from each edge of the table when it is fully extended (don\u2019t forget to\naccount for table leaves if you have them!) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is a safety concern as much as it is a visual concern.\nLetting the back legs of a chair come off the rug when pulled out could mean a\ntipping hazard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also means you might get the legs caught on the edge of\nthe rug when you push the chair in. This could lead to damage and unsightly\ncurling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also want to make sure your rug does not get too close to the walls. The same advice for other rooms<\/a> holds here\u2014leave an 18- to 24-inch border around the edge of the room. This ensures your beautiful floors are still visible and has the added effect of making the room appear larger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you buy your rug, use tape to mark the space you\nexpect it to fill. That way you can make sure all your furniture fits long\nbefore your rug arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table and Rug Shapes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, the shape of your rug will complement the\nshape of your table. That means your best bet will be to place a round rug\nunder a round table, or a long, rectangular rug under a long, rectangular\ntable. By matching the shape of your table, your rug will form a pleasant frame\naround the furniture and create a sense of visual cohesion in the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some people will choose to contrast the shape of the rug\nwith the table. For example, placing a square rug under a round table or\nvice-versa. This technique works best with smaller tables like you\u2019d see in a\nkitchen or breakfast nook, and in more eclectic styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dining Room Rug Styles and Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to style, it\u2019s ultimately up to you. That\nsaid, dining rooms do have a few special needs you should consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if it\u2019s not a particularly high-traffic area most of\nthe time, the dining room will often be a flurry of activity when you\u2019re\nentertaining. People will be moving, chairs will be sliding in and out from the\ntable, and food and drinks will be moving around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The best dining room rugs will have a low pile or flatweave and\nbe made from durable synthetic materials like polypropylene or natural fibers\nlike sisal and jute. Not only will low-pile rugs make sliding chairs easier, these\nstyles and materials also tend to be hardwearing and easy to clean. Both are\nimportant features in a dining room where spills will happen sooner or later!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also minimize the effect of spills by choosing a\ndark colored or heavily patterned rug. While you\u2019ll still want to clean up any\nmesses that do occur, busy patterns can help hide stains if they ever do occur.\nOf course, if the worst does happen, you\u2019ll likely want to read up on what to do\nin our comprehensive\ncleaning guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SHOP FLATWEAVE DINING ROOM RUGS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Forget the Rug Pad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We think rug pads are essential in every room, but they are\nespecially beneficial in dining rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With all the movement and sliding chairs, it\u2019s common to see\ndining room rugs sliding, wrinkling, and buckling. Not only does this look bad,\nit can be a serious tripping hazard in a room that is already prone to spills\nand messes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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 A quality,\nrubber-backed rug pad will essentially lock the rug in place, preventing these\npotential problems. Pads have the additional benefits of providing extra\ncushion and promoting airflow through the rug which will help keep it smelling\nfresh and easier to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SHOP RUG PADS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the Perfect Dining Room Rug<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As with any piece of d\u00e9cor, the best dining room rug will be the one that speaks to you and your personal style. So, while these guidelines will give you a starting point, breaking the rules is always an option! At Rugs.com, we have thousands of rugs in hundreds of styles. Browse our collection and don\u2019t be afraid to shop around\u2014you\u2019re bound to find something you love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the dining room rug of your dreams<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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