Measure the width of the table.
How to determine size of area rug under dining table.
Measure from the edge of the table to the back edge of the back legs of the chair with the chair in the pushed back position for the chair space requirement.
Then add 36 to 48 inches to each measurement.
Dinning table without rug.
To determine the size of rug you need first measure your table.
We generally allow 18 24 around the perimeter of the table so that when you pull your chair out your chair stays on the rug.
Here s a great rule of thumb for finding the perfect size rug for a dining room.
A good size for an 8 chair rectangular dining table is about 9 x 12 feet.
In the case above the rug placement goes nearly to the edge of the room.
For a round or square 4 chair dining table you should look at a square rug that measures 8 x 8 feet or a round rug measuring 8 feet in diameter.
Here are my tried and true tips for selecting the correct rug size.
In most cases an 8x10 or 9x12 rug will fit your area and leave plenty of room for your chairs.
Now you have a the perfect size rug for your dining room.
Dining room rugs should be large enough to cover the entire area under the table and beyond.
You ll want to center the rug under your dining table and then make sure it s big enough to accommodate all of the chairs.
If the marked areas falls well inside your other dining room furniture buffet bar cart consider sizing up.
Browse area rugs in the houzz shop.
The most important thing to consider is the size of your table.
Be sure to include any extra table leaves in your figure because you want your new rug to accommodate the entire length of your table.
The key is to make sure the chairs still sit comfortably on the rug when.
For a 6 chair rectangular dining table you would typically need a rectangular 8 x 10 feet rug.
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.