A Guide to Dining Room Rug

Adding a piece of rug to the space enhances the overall look and feel of the ambiance and also protects the floor from dents or scratches that can be caused by moving heavy objects like tables and chairs. A perfect rug for the dining room ads a dramatic effect and bring your dining room from drab to delightful.

Some Rules to Remember

• Size of the dining room rug

Size of the rug should be decided according to the dining table. A rug should be 24 to 30 inches from each edge of the table. Before buying a rug measure the space and mark it well you expect to fill so that your furniture fits well when your rug arrives.

• Shape of the table and rug

Put an emphasis on shape of the rug and table as the shape will complement each other. Having said that, you need a round rug under a round table and a rectangular one under a rectangular table. It will create a sense of visual cohesion and make a gratifying frame around the furniture. If your dining table is small, you can experiment with the contrast shape, for example, a square rug under the round table or vice-versa.

• Material and style of the rug

A dining area rug is bearing the weight of your heavy dining table and getting affected by constant moving or sliding of the chairs and it is definitely a spill prone area. Keeping all these in mind, the special needs of the dining area should be considered. A dining room rug should be flatweave or low pile made of synthetic materials like polypropylene or natural fibers like jute or sisal. These materials are durable, hardwearing, and easy to clean ( no tension of spilling) and make the sliding of the chairs easy.

• Rug Pad

Rug pads play a crucial role in dining rooms because we are sliding and moving chairs repeatedly. Without rug pad you will observe sliding, wrinkling, and buckling of the rug that not only looks bad but also there is

a chance of tripping over. In order to lock the rug in place you need a quality, rubber-backed rug pad. In addition to it the rug pad provides extra cushion and promotes airflow through the rug.

Conclusion

From thousands of rugs and hundreds of styles choose the best one according to your taste and that matches your personal style. To enhance the life of your well-chosen dining rug consider professional carpet cleaning and carpet washing services.