Because dining tables vary widely in shape and size there is no one perfect size of rug for all dining rooms.
Carpet under dining table size.
Then add 36 to 48 inches to each measurement.
The correct size for you will depend on the dimensions of your dining table.
Find rugs of any shape or size on our rug collections page.
To determine the size of rug you need first measure your table.
This allows diners to comfortably move.
8 chair dining room tables need a 9x12.
To be sure you are getting the correct size rug measure your dining table add 24 inches or more on each side and mark the area directly on the floor with painter s tape.
8x10 or 8x11 is probably the size that 80 of people use in their dining areas.
At rug home though you can find an 8 foot or.
Browse area rugs in the houzz shop.
If space is especially tight you can allow 18 inches per side for a rug.
Make sure the rug is sufficiently big enough.
10 chair dining room tables need a 10x14.
Most rugs are rectangular perfect for standard dining room tables.
Most breakfast nook tables have a 7 to 8 foot round or octagon rug.
For a 6 chair rectangular dining table you would typically need a rectangular 8 x 10 feet rug.
A wide area of rug at least 24 inches should extend all the way around the dining table when all your guests are seated with the chairs tucked in.