{"id":1946,"date":"2023-09-05T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/98.87.68.78\/choosing-the-right-living-room-rug-shape-size-style-more\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T19:11:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T19:11:42","slug":"choosing-the-right-living-room-rug-shape-size-style-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/choosing-the-right-living-room-rug-shape-size-style-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Living Room Rug – Shape, Size, Style & More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When you\u2019re looking for a new rug for your living room, you have a lot of factors to consider, including shape, size, style, history, and materials. To help you navigate the vast array of choices, we\u2019ve assembled a quick and easy guide so you can make an informed decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rectangular Rugs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with the most common type:\u00a0rectangle rugs<\/a>. These are sometimes called area rugs, and their sizing can be as small as a 5×7 or as large as a \u201cpalace-sized<\/a>\u201d option, with dimensions easily topping 13×17! Rectangular rugs<\/a><\/strong> may be the best option for you if you have a living room that\u2019s relatively open or connects to other parts of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Runner Rugs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what about\u00a0runner rugs<\/a>? These are typically more narrow \u2014 usually 2 to 3 feet \u2014 with varying lengths (sometimes upward of 15 feet or more). While most homeowners place runner rugs<\/strong><\/a> in hallways, bathrooms, and staircases, runner rugs<\/a><\/strong> can create a path from the door to the kitchen or act as an accent piece beneath a beautiful coffee table. The options are endless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round or Square Rugs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round rugs<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0have many benefits, not the least of which is making a small room feel larger. Consider purchasing a round rug<\/a> if you live in a small open-plan apartment or have a small living room. It can offset some of the feeling of claustrophobia while adding a sense of class and elegance to your living areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Square rugs<\/a> are similar to round rugs in that they act great as a \u201ccentering\u201d piece. Most of these will be under 10 feet across, meaning they can work great alone or with a secondary rug in your living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rugs from Every Time & Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We could spend hours discussing the nuances and variations between different rug styles and families. There are Persian Rugs<\/a>, Oriental Rugs<\/a>, Turkish Rugs<\/a>, Modern and Contemporary<\/a> options, Shag<\/a>, and many more. Some of those categories even include sub-families such as Oushak<\/a> and Heriz Serapi<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each category has its unique style, so it\u2019s essential to see what general direction you want to go with your rug\u2019s design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Rug Materials<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, many of our handmade rugs include one of three materials. Those are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n