When choosing between round and rectangular rugs, how do you know which shape suits your space? This is an excellent question that our customers often have to ask themselves before purchasing. We understand you sometimes feel overwhelmed with indecision about the best option for your home. To help ease your stress with this decision, here are five questions to get you started.
How big of a space do you have?
First, let’s talk about the size of your room. The debate between round rugs vs. rectangular rugs starts here. A round rug may be better if you have a smaller home or one of your rooms is not as large as the others. Round rugs can make a room feel more extensive, and if you’re already dealing with space issues, it would likely be the better choice.
Then again, if you have a vast rectangular living area, you may want to consider sticking with a traditional rectangular rug. Here, the answer to which shape is suitable for your space will come down to how large your room is in the first place.
What is the shape of your furniture?
Next, look at the furniture in your home. Do the armrests of your loveseat, sofa, and other chairs have rounded corners or straight edges? While sometimes a living room can be a mix-match of both styles, if you have one more than the other, the choice between a round or a rectangular rug may come down to this.
Do you have curves in your room?
On the other hand, are there significant curves in your room? This can be with things such as your end tables, archways, and other types of decor in your home. A round rug can help accent these existing elements.
Do you have a non-traditional room layout?
Take a look at your living or dining room right now. Is it a perfect square or rectangle, or do you have “odd protrusions” such as a stairway or enclosed closet? Rug Placement 101 will consider your room’s layout; this, in turn, can affect whether you choose a round rug or a rectangular one. A large area rug may not be ideal in a space like this, but a smaller round rug can help offset the oddities with your room layout.
Is your home an open floor plan?
Many years ago, open floor plans became extremely popular in home design. Depending on the nature of your home and how your rooms connect, a round rug may not work as well as a traditional rectangular rug. Here, it would be best to consider your flooring type since certain rugs work better depending on your floor materials.
Find a wide variety of round and rectangular rugs at Rug Source!
Whether you decide to go with a round rug or a traditional rectangular option, we can help. Our online inventory has both styles in varying colors and sizes, perfect to match any decor. Browse our selections here or stop by our warehouse at 7215 Smith Corners Boulevard in Charlotte to see our options today!
