7 Home Decor Measurements You Need to Know

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1. 1:12–1:47 Select Appropriate Rug Size From How to Measure for a Landing Rug or Landing Pad, Step 4: Determine the desired rug size

   The first measurement tip is about rug size. The presenter emphasizes that "bigger is always better" for a rug, as it defines the space and pulls everything together. She advises having at least the front legs of all furniture on the rug, or ideally, all legs. She showcases a living room with a "Taza Area Rug" (7x10 feet) from The Brick, noting its neutral pattern. A key rule is to leave about a 2-foot border around your room between the wall and where the rug begins. For budget-conscious decorators, she suggests layering a smaller, more expensive patterned rug over a larger, neutral, and cheaper rug.

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• How to Measure for a Landing Rug or Landing Pad