Are you looking for ways to enhance your dining room's visual appeal and functionality? If so, an area rug might be the decor the room needs. Not only can an area rug add color and brightness to a dull room, but it can also provide stain protection for your hardwood or tile floors. The key to adding a rug to a dining space successfully is picking the right carpeting, which you can do by following these tips. 

How to Incorporate an Area Rug Into Your Dining Room

1. Sizing

A common mistake people make when they add area rugs to their dining rooms is that they base the rug size on the room size. Doing so will make your dining room look too full or cluttered, especially if the dining room table and chairs are small compared to the overall space. Instead, ensure that the rug fits the table size with all the chairs pulled out. In most cases, that sizing tip equates to an extra 24 to 30 inches of rug room on each of the table's edges when fully extended. 

Sizing the rug according to the table size prevents the carpeting from looking too big for the room. However, it also increases your safety around the table because you won't have to worry about the back legs of a chair coming off the carpet and creating a tripping hazard.

2. Shape

Ideally, the shape of your dining table will dictate the shape of your area rug. For instance, a rectangular rug best complements a rectangular table. However, a small, round dinette set will work best with a rounded rug. When you match the table and rug shape, it creates a visually pleasing frame around the furniture and adds to the cohesion of the room. 

3. Pile Length

Pile length or height refers to carpet fiber density. Short piles are flat, while long piles are shaggy. When choosing your rug for the dining room, don't forget to consider the pile length. 

A shaggy rug will feel cozy under your feet. However, their long fibers can be difficult to keep clean without professional area rug cleaning. If you prioritize cleanliness over comfort, go with a short pile that's easy to maintain.

If you're worried about your new dining room rug getting dirty instead of providing stain protection for your flooring, turn to Gray's Carpet Cleaning Inc. Based in Rochester, NY, this commercial and residential carpet cleaning company has over a century's worth of industry experience serving Monroe County residents. With their routine steam cleaning service, this full-service company can keep your area rugs and wall-to-wall carpets looking their best. As expert carpet cleaners, their team also offers carpet stain removal and stain protection to keep your carpets vibrant. Learn more about their services online or call (585) 473-4947 to request an appointment.