The Ultimate Rug Buying Guide
Find the rug that brings your space together.
Size, material, colour and style, explained in one place. Not sure where to start? Our Melbourne stylists send free, personalised rug recommendations within 24 hours.
Choose the Right Rug Size
The most common mistake is choosing a rug that's too small. The right size anchors your furniture, creates balance and brings your entire room together.
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Living Room
Place the front legs of your sofa and armchairs on the rug to create a connected, harmonious seating area.
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Bedroom
Choose a rug that extends beyond the sides and foot of your bed for a soft, inviting finish.
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Dining Room
Allow 60–75 cm beyond the table edges so chairs remain on the rug when pulled out.
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Hallway
Choose a runner that complements your hallway while leaving a neat border of visible flooring.
Choose the right material
Wool
Naturally warm, soft and resilient. A good fit for living rooms and bedrooms.
Jute and natural fibres
Organic texture and earthy tones for relaxed, coastal, and natural interiors.
Synthetic Fibres
Practical, easy-care options in a wide range of colours and patterns for busy homes.
Cotton
Lighter and casual. Easy to move or layer in bedrooms and smaller spaces.
Impressive
Find a style that suits your home
Start with your existing furniture and flooring, then decide whether the rug should blend in or become the centrepiece.
Minimal & Scandinavian
Soft neutrals, simple patterns, and understated textures.
Modern & Contemporary
Abstract designs, clean lines and confident colour.
Coastal and natural
Sand tones, soft blues and relaxed natural texture.
Traditional & Vintage
Detailed motifs, layered colours, and timeless character.
FAQs
Choose a rug that connects the main seating area. In many rooms, placing the front legs of sofas and chairs on the rug creates a balanced arrangement.
Not exactly. Choose complementary colours, patterns, or textures that create harmony without making everything look identical.
Consider practical, easy-care constructions and check the specific rug's cleaning instructions, fibre, and suitability for your household.
Measure your furniture arrangement and mark both sizes on the floor using painter's tape. Our styling team can also help assess your room dimensions.
Yes! Complete our Free Rug Styling Advice form below. Our Melbourne stylists will send personalised recommendations within 24 hours.
Free Rug Styling Advice
Unsure about rug sizing, textures or colours? Tell us about your space and our Melbourne stylists will send personalised recommendations within 24 hours.
Refreshing one room or styling a whole home, we will help you find options that suit your space and taste.
How it works
Tell us your room dimensions, budget and style.
Our stylists review your requirements.
Receive personalised suggestions, including high-resolution rug photos by text or WhatsApp.