Average Size Area Rug For Living Room
Daytona Blocks Red Rug, £54.99, Carpetright
Open-plan living rooms, kitchens and dining spaces can be difficult to furnish and decorate to make them feel homely. Sometimes they're just too large, and making each area feel different to the rest can be tricky. While using different kinds of flooring can mark out each zone, it can also make some rooms look small and disjointed. But the right combination of rugs in the right places may be the answer, as well as bringing an individual style to each of the areas.
'Rugs offer a chance to inject a little personality into a room so don't be afraid to experiment with different styles, sizes and shapes, and find out what works in your space,' says Anna Del-Molina, carpets and rugs buyer at Carpetright.
So whether you're just moving into a new house with one main open-plan room, or you've extended to create a multi-functional room, here's some advice for creating impact and a sense of home.
Use pattern – but don't go overboard
'Pattern doesn't need to mean overwhelming, colourful, contrasting prints,' says Anna. 'It's about finding a design that you love and will create a point of difference to your room. A subtle stripe or a geometric print, in a muted hue, can have just as much impact on a scheme as a bold, bright design.'
According to Anna, you don't necessarily need to match existing prints and patterns, but she does add: 'It's a good idea to opt for a style that shares colours with other pieces in the space, to help tie the look together. Using different tones and textures will also help create a distinct style.'
Place well and layer
How you use your room will impact where to place your rugs. 'Perhaps you need a splash of colour under a coffee table and should choose a similar shaped rug to place underneath. Layering rugs under a dining table can also help protect the floor from spills and splashes – patterned flooring being most forgiving,' says Anna.
If you want to use a few rugs in different areas of the room, opt for similar shapes but different yet complementary shades or designs to create a cohesive look. Choosing similar rugs in different sizes will also create unity in the space.
Carolyn Barber
Turn up the colour…even if it's a neutral
Adding a new rug is one of the easiest ways to introduce colour without a large investment. 'But think carefully about the use of the space and its existing colour scheme,' advises Anna. 'Consider a minimalist style if you already have focal points, such as statement wallpaper, in the room or look at bold and patterned rugs to brighten a neutral room.'
Rugs are particularly well suited to wood flooring as they add a level of comfort and help to warm the décor by contrasting with the natural look.
Swoon
'Importantly,' says Anna, 'be sure your rug's in keeping with the style of a room – a bold geometric may not be suitable for a space with period features while a faded traditional design may clash with a modern scheme.'
Get the size right
Consider scale carefully as you wouldn't want a large rug to overpower the space or a small rug that gets lost. A circular rug can soften a living room with straight furniture by drawing the eye.
Cuckooland
'Placing a rug centrally in the living room often balances a room,' says Anna, adding: 'However, a rug should be positioned where you'll get most use and enjoyment from it. For instance, you might prefer to have a soft and sumptuous style directly in front of your sofa so that you can sink your feet into at the end of a long day!
'Finally, don't forget furniture can be placed on top of a rug so it might be worth considering a larger style that will carry the pattern underneath a sofa or armchair.'
• For more style inspiration, see the House Beautiful rug range at Carpetright.
Like this article? Sign up to our newsletter to get more articles like this delivered straight to your inbox.
SIGN UP
10 must-have pieces from the John Lewis + Orla Kiely collection
Perfect sofa update
Orla Kiely Flower Tile Velvet Cushion, Citrine / Pink
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£30.00
What a beautiful cushion. We love the luxurious cut velvet fabric and woven textured reverse. This is at the top of our wish list!
Bedtime luxury
Orla Kiely Scribble Stem Cotton Bedding, Duck Egg/Sea Grass
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£75.00
This charming print, which has been given a considered, modern finish, will really elevate your bedroom. Perfect for spring, the signature stem pattern is a timeless beauty.
Heat resistant
Orla Kiely Flower Tile Placemats, Set of 4, Multi
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£30.00
Bring some colour to your table settings with these fun placemats. Matching coasters are also available.
Most retro
Orla Kiely Juniper Stem Ceramic Table Lamp, Yellow
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£75.00
Accent your space with this quirky lamp. The playful pattern spreads across the ceramic base and fabric lampshade.
Chip resistant
Orla Kiely Flower Stems Coffee Storage Jar, 750ml, Citrine/Multi
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£25.00
Colourful and playful, this storage jar deserves to be on display. Made of resilient stoneware, it's dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
Monochrome
Orla Kiely Optical Flower Bath Mat
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£20.00
Keep it simple with this retro large-scale flower pattern. It's sure to make a statement in a plain-looking bathroom.
Five-star quality
Orla Kiely Tiny Stem Cotton Bedding, Duck Egg
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£76.00
Described as 'beautiful but not busy', we love how the signature stem pattern has been given a fresh twist with hundreds of miniature leaves.
Reusable
Orla Kiely Flower Bamboo Food Storage Boxes, Set of 3, Multi
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£25.00
Partly made of bamboo, this colourful set of food storage boxes includes three different sizes and patterns.
Geometric
Orla Kiely Juniper Stem Pair Lined Eyelet Curtains, Citrine
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£140.00
With large, even folds, and Orla Kiely's graphic Juniper Stem print, this lined eyelet curtain really makes a statement. It's perfect for a contemporary room.
Best travel accessory
Orla Kiely Flower Stem Sprig Glass Water Bottle, 525ml, Papaya
Orla Kiely johnlewis.com
£14.00
This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io
Average Size Area Rug For Living Room
Source: https://www.housebeautiful.com/uk/decorate/floors/a31730184/living-room-rugs/
