Rugs by Room
Every room has different demands. Find the right rug for how you use your space.
Choosing the Right Rug for Your Room
Size and placement matter more than most people think. A living room rug should be large enough that your main furniture sits on it or at least has front legs on it. Bedroom rugs work best extending beyond the sides and foot of the bed. Dining rugs need at least two feet beyond the table on all sides so chairs stay on the rug when pulled out. When in doubt, go bigger. See our size guide for room-by-room recommendations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size rug do I need for my living room?
Your rug should be large enough that your main seating has at least front legs on it. For most living rooms, an 8'x10' or 9'x12' works well. A rug that's too small will make the room feel disjointed.
How do I place a rug under my bed?
The rug should extend at least 18 to 24 inches beyond the sides and foot of the bed. You want to step onto the rug when you get out of bed on either side. A common approach is placing a large rug under the lower two-thirds of the bed.
How big should a rug be under a dining table?
Add at least two feet to each side of the table. For a 4'x6' table, you need a minimum 8'x10' rug. Chairs should remain fully on the rug when pulled out, otherwise the rug becomes a tripping hazard.
Are wool rugs durable enough for high traffic areas?
Yes. Wool is naturally resilient and bounces back from foot traffic. It also resists staining better than most fibers. Entryways, hallways, and living rooms are all well suited for wool rugs.
What rug works best for a kids room or nursery?
Wool is naturally hypoallergenic, flame resistant, and easy to clean. It's one of the best fiber choices for kids' spaces. Choose a pattern and color that can grow with the child rather than something they'll outgrow in a year.
Can I use a rug in a home office?
Absolutely. A rug under your desk and chair absorbs sound, adds warmth, and defines the workspace visually. Choose a low pile or flatweave for easy chair rolling, or add a chair mat on top of a thicker rug.
Browse Jubi's collection by room — living room, bedroom, dining room, entryway, kitchen, nursery, and more. Every piece handwoven in premium New Zealand wool, available in custom sizes. For sizing guidance by room, see the rug size guide. Select a room below.
Choosing a Rug for Each Room
Living room: The living room rug anchors the seating group — it defines the social center of the space and determines how the furniture arrangement reads. Size matters most here: a rug that's too small leaves the seating group floating. Pattern and color are secondary decisions once the size is right. In a room with neutral walls and furniture, the rug can carry the color; in a room with strong existing color, a textured or patterned neutral grounds without competing.
Bedroom: The bedroom rug is primarily an underfoot experience — it's what you step onto when you get out of bed, which makes tactile quality as important as visual design. A soft, warm surface in a generous size (extending beyond both sides and the foot of the bed) is the priority. Color and pattern are more expressive here than in shared social spaces.
Dining room: The dining room rug defines the table and chair group. It needs to be large enough that chairs remain on the rug when pulled out — the standard is at least 24 inches beyond the table edge on all sides. A rug that's too small in a dining room looks more wrong than a rug that's too large. Durability and cleanability matter given the proximity to food.
Entryway: The entryway rug is the first piece of the home that residents and guests encounter — it sets tone before anything else does. High-traffic construction (hand-knotted wool is ideal here), a size appropriate to the entry width, and a design that reads well under the specific light conditions of the space. Runners and smaller rectangles are the most common formats.
Kitchen: A kitchen runner alongside the counter or sink provides cushioning for extended standing, adds warmth to a typically hard-surfaced room, and introduces color and pattern in a space that often lacks them. Wool's natural stain resistance makes it a practical choice for kitchen applications. See runner rugs for the full format range.
For room-by-room sizing details and placement diagrams, see the rug size guide. Every Jubi rug is available in custom sizes through the online customizer.