Furniture Knowledge

The best dining area rug is large enough for the chairs, low enough for easy movement, and durable enough for real meals.

Indoor and outdoor rugs differ greatly in material, durability, weather resistance and maintenance, each designed for specific home spaces.

Your rug should be placed around the main seating area, not randomly centered in the room.

For a small apartment or compact seating area, a 5x8 or 6x9 rug can work. For a large living room, sectional sofa, or open floor plan, a 9x12 or 10x14 rug usually looks more balanced.