Area Rug Under Table. In a small living room choose a 4 x 6 or 5 x 7 area rug to place under your coffee table. If you love the look of a rug under a table but just don t want to see it destroyed by daily life try some of these tips. More than a feeling.
But one element is often overlooked. Choose a rug that s at least 2 feet longer on each side.
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For the best rug size in your dining area measure the length and width of the table. In a small living room choose a 4 x 6 or 5 x 7 area rug to place under your coffee table. Choose a rug that s at least 2 feet longer on each side. For an area rug to look balanced under a bed it should be large enough to extend beyond the sides of the bed at least 18 inches for a king or queen bed and at least 12 inches for a full or twin bed.
