How do I place my bedroom rug?
There are many ways to place a rug in your bedroom, and there are many unique challenges in this space as well. In the bedroom, the bed, rather than the rug, is the focal point of the room. The rug's purpose is to complement the bed and pull the room together.
The most common placement in the bedroom is partially under the bed. The rug is placed perpendicular to the direction of the bed and extends out into the room beyond the foot. This is typically done by starting down one-third the length of the bed. Make sure that the rug is long enough to extend 18-24 inches on either side. This creates a warm, comfortable spot for your feet when they hit the ground in the morning.
An alternative arrangement involves placing long, runner-type rugs on each side of the bed. These runners extend from the nightstand to the foot of the bed.
Finally, if the master bedroom is large enough, you can create a separate focal point in the room using an additional rug. This could be an independent seating area or a small office space.
An area rug is more than an accessory. It brings a level of completeness to your room that cannot be achieved in any other way. Armed with these tips, you'll be well on your way to getting the most out of your new rug.
More details on bedroom rug placement...
There are three main ways to place a bedroom rug: with the bed fully on the rug, the bed partially on the rug, or with runners at the side of the bed.
If your budget and space let you do it, placing the bed and all its accompanying furniture (nightstands, benches, etc.) fully on the rug makes a dramatic statement. If you go this route, just remember to keep all four legs of your nightstands on top of the rug! Letting two hang off will mean the surface will not be level. You don't want to spill your bedside glass of water in the middle of the night!
Having the rug only under the bottom 2/3 of the rug is a great way to get away with using a smaller, less-expensive rug or avoid overwhelming a small space. In this layout, nightstands should be placed fully on the floor behind the rug to make sure they're level.
A less common but still great option is to use runners alongside your bed. This is a great option in smaller rooms, especially if you need to place the bed in a corner and don't have space for a full-size area rug. This looks best when the runner is slightly wider than your nightstand and does not extend past the foot of the bed.
