Carpets are taking up once lost positions in the interior. But before you take it and lay it on the floor, you need to think about the size.
There are some rules that allow you to choose the right size according to the dimensions of the room. It is believed that in any case, it is worth choosing a large carpet.
Why a Large Rug is Better
The point is that this technique allows you to visually increase the space in the room.
If you choose a small carpet, you can achieve the opposite effect and the room will seem cramped.
How to calculate the size of a carpet
It is not enough to have the room's footage at hand.
You need to have an idea of the free space remaining after arranging the furniture.
It is allowed to place furniture on the carpet, but only partially. For example, if it is a sofa, then its front legs can stand on the carpet.
Otherwise, if you choose a carpet for the living room, its dimensions should be approximately 30-40 cm smaller than the perimeter of the room.
When it comes to carpet in the bedroom, the carpet should cover approximately 70 cm of floor space from the edge of the bed, so that you don’t have to walk barefoot on the cold floor.
In addition, a large carpet “collects” interior items into an ensemble and makes the environment harmonious.
