What Size Rug for Queen Bed Is Best?
Fit for a queen.
An area rug is a great way to add style and comfort to your bedroom. Finding the right size rug is essential, especially when you have a queen-size bed. Read on to learn what size rug is best for a queen bed and how to style your selection.
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What Is the Best Rug Size for Queen Beds?
Framing your queen-size bed with a stylish rug is an excellent way to add comfort and visual depth to your bedroom, but the key is to select the right rug size to make your bed (and room) look proportionate. Since queen beds take up about 5' in width and 6.7' in length, keep the leftover space in your bedroom in mind to achieve visual balance.
Here are popular rug sizes to consider, depending on the size of your space.
5' x 8'
A 5' x 8' is a great rug size for queen beds to achieve visual balance. This rug size complements queen beds well since it does not overly stick out on any side around the bed or appear too small. This size rug for a queen bed provides a nice frame around your bed area and pairs well with your nightstands for a completed look. This rug size is great for smaller and standard rooms with the average measurement of 14' x 16' since it maximizes space around the bed. When styled with a queen bed, these rugs will have approximately 18" of exposure on each side.
6' x 9'
For rooms that are slightly bigger and measure 15' x 20' or 16' x 20', or if you want a little more coverage with your rug, a 6' x 9' is the best option. A 6' x 9' rug will stick out a few inches more than a 5' x 8' will underneath your bed. This size rug will leave about 24" of material out by the sides when layered underneath your bed. Larger bedrooms with more floor space would benefit from this rug size since it will cover the right amount of flooring to keep the room visually balanced.
7' x 9'
Extending the length by a foot, 7' x 9' rugs cover slightly more floor space than 6' x 9' rugs and leave up to 30" of exposure at the foot and sides. This rug size is perfect to place underneath a queen bed to provide side, foot, and top coverage. A 7' x 9' rug size has enough room to frame the top of the bed as well as your nightstands, so the whole bedroom set is visually balanced on top of the rug.
8' x 10' or 9' x 12'
Both 8' x 10' or 9' x 12' rugs are large all around for a generous amount of floor coverage and to frame your bed and nightstands. These sizes can fit easily in bedrooms that have a lot of floor space, such as 20' x 20', to break up the flooring. Rugs that are 8' x 10' will leave 30" on each side, while 9' x 12' will leave approximately 42".
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Tips for Framing Queen Beds With Rugs
Once you find the best rug size for your queen bed, it's time to style. There are several variations to choose from when it comes to framing your queen bed with a rug. Here are some of our favorites!
1. Use the Two-Thirds Rule for Queen Bed Rug Placement
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Interior designers follow the two-thirds rule when it comes to framing and layering a bedroom with a rug. Place the rug under the bed at the bottom so the rug can stick out at the foot and sides of the bed. This tip is best for the smaller rug sizes not exceeding 6' x 9', since larger rug sizes take up more space.
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If you already own a rug that’s on the smaller size, layering it atop a larger rug can be an excellent way to achieve the coverage you’re looking for.
2. Place a Rug Under the Bottom Two-Thirds of a Queen Bed
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If you have a larger room or a stunning rug pattern you’re dying to show off, layer the rug underneath the end of the bed. This placement allows the rug to stick out either end of the bed to keep larger bedrooms looking proportionate and better displaying the design of your rug. It’s also great for framing any end-of-the-bed storage, such as a bedroom bench or a pair of ottomans.
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For complete coverage, framing your entire bed with your rug is the best way to go. If you have hardwood floors you don’t want scraped from the legs of your bed, make sure the rug goes under all four bed legs to protect your floors. Larger rug sizes like 7' x 9', 8' x 10', or 9' x 12' work best with this style option since they feature enough length and width to cover the entire measurement of your bed, plus some extra still sticking out on the side to showcase your rug's design.
4. Select a Rug That Fits a Queen Bed & Nightstands
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Bring your nightstands into the fun by placing them on top of your rug too. This creates an all-inclusive area where all bedroom furniture sits on your rug instead of the floor for a cohesive look. To ensure your bed and nightstand are included, you’ll need the largest rug size available to cover the area, so a rug that’s 8' x 10' or 9' x 12' works perfectly.
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If you’re prioritizing aesthetics over cushioning, opt for a runner. It’ll cover just a slim portion of your floor and provide the comfort of a rug without using too much space. Runners complement your bedroom design and don’t require you to lift your bed to lay them down!
