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What Size Rug for a Living Room: The Designer Rules
The rug size rules designers actually use — 8x10 vs 9x12, the sofa math, dining chair clearance, and the 6-18 inch border. With size charts.
Sep 12, 2026·11 min
3 articles tagged small spaces.
The rug size rules designers actually use — 8x10 vs 9x12, the sofa math, dining chair clearance, and the 6-18 inch border. With size charts.
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