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The best rug size for your living room depends on your sofa size, room layout and how much floor you want covered. In most Australian homes, 200x290cm suits smaller living rooms, 240x330cm suits medium to large lounge rooms, and 300x400cm is best for larger open-plan spaces.
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Choosing the right rug size can completely change the look and feel of your living room. A rug that is too small can make the room feel unfinished, while the right size rug helps connect your sofa, coffee table and furniture together.
For most living rooms, the rug should be large enough to sit under at least the front legs of your sofa and chairs. This creates a more balanced and designer look.
Living Room Rug Size Guide
160x230cm
Best for small living rooms, apartments, kids’ rooms or under a small coffee table. This size works well when you only want the rug in the centre of the room.
200x290cm
One of the most popular living room rug sizes in Australia. Great for standard lounge rooms and works well under the front legs of a sofa.
240x330cm
Best for medium to large living rooms. This size gives a more premium look because it covers more floor space and helps the room feel bigger and more complete.
300x400cm
Best for large living rooms, open-plan spaces and bigger modular sofas. This size is ideal when you want the rug to sit under most of the furniture.
Simple Rule
For the best look, choose a rug that is wider than your sofa.
A good guide is to have the rug extend around 20–30cm beyond each side of the sofa. This makes the room look balanced instead of cramped.
Best Rug Size by Sofa Type
2-seater sofa: 160x230cm or 200x290cm
3-seater sofa: 200x290cm or 240x330cm
Chaise lounge: 240x330cm is usually best
Modular sofa: 240x330cm or 300x400cm
Large open-plan living room: 300x400cm or larger
Common Mistake
The biggest mistake is buying a rug that is too small. If you are choosing between two sizes, it is usually better to go one size larger, especially for living rooms.
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Still unsure? Visit one of our Rug N Roll stores or shop living room rugs online. We offer a wide range of modern rugs, wool rugs, textured rugs, traditional rugs and oversized rugs with free delivery Australia-wide.
