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Choose the Perfect Rug Guide
YOUR GUIDE TO FINDING
THE PERFECT RUG
FINDING THE RIGHT SIZE FOR EVERY ROOM
The right rug can complete a room, adding colour, texture, and style while also making the space cosy and inviting. But it can be tricky to get the size and placement right. That's why we pulled together this quick guide by room, including tips on how to layer.
YOUR GUIDE TO FINDING
THE PERFECT RUG
FINDING THE RIGHT SIZE FOR EVERY ROOM
The right rug can complete a room, adding colour, texture, and style while also making the space cosy and inviting. But it can be tricky to get the size and placement right. That's why we pulled together this quick guide by room, including tips on how to layer.
DESIGN TIPS
Learn how to choose a rug with this clear and concise rug buying guide made for on-the-go use while you shop online today. Use these tips to help give shape to all your rug needs and envision how a new rug might look in your space. With tips and tricks for how to choose a rug for any room and any furniture layout, you'll be able to choose your new rug with confidence and finesse in no time. Enjoy browsing the fine selection of designs, colours, patterns and textures available at Pottery Barn. This rug guide makes it fun and supremely satisfying to find your next floor covering.
SIZE AND SCALE
Consider the size and scale of the room for which you're choosing a rug. While many rugs come in standard sizes, taking much of the guesswork out for you, you'll still need to think about how much of the room you're trying to cover.
▶ Size refers to the absolute measurement of your rug. Most rugs are rectangular so the length and width measurements will vary at a ratio of approximately three to four or four to five..
▶ Round rugs are measured by their diameter, which is the length of the rug from end-to-end and through the centre of any point. There's only one measurement figure for diameter, so keep that in mind when shopping for a round rug.
▶ Scale refers to how your rug fits against the size or absolute measurements of your room itself. For instance, a bedroom that is 3 metres x 4 metres might look great with a rug about half that size or two-thirds that size.
DESIGN AND MATERIAL
When it comes to your rug's design, anything goes. There's no guide for personal taste, but you may find how to choose a rug is easier when you know a bit more about design trends.
▶ For an organic look, choose a rug made of jute or seagrass. These earthy materials are derived from natural fibres and are usually woven for an interesting texture.
▶ If you choose a wool rug, you can pick from a wide variety of loomed designs, including trellises, floral or geometric styles or medallions. Your colour selection is practically unlimited in this regard.
▶ Solid or minimalist two-tone rugs are often popular when the focus is on texture. Enjoy the feel of genuine hides, faux fur and other feel-good material.
MATCHING YOUR RUG
How you match your rug to your furniture matters to the mood of a room. Choose a rug that enhances what's special about your furniture. The best part of how to choose a rug is that when you feel the space needs a refresh, you can always swap the rug out for a new one. It's quick and easy change that makes a major impact.
READY TO FIND YOUR PERFECT RUG?
Use these tricks of the trade to make the process a little
less daunting, or set up a free consultation with our Design Crew.
READY TO FIND YOUR PERFECT RUG?
Use these tricks of the trade to make the process a little
less daunting, or set up a free consultation with our Design Crew.
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