Are dining room rugs worth it?

Dining room rugs not only look stunning, but they also serve a practical purpose too. Sitting down to a meal and being able to rest your feet on a soft, comfortable rug after a hard day’s work is an amazing feeling. And dining room rugs are a great way to protect your floors from spills as well as from scratches and scuffs from shuffling feet and scraping chairs. If your living space is open plan, dining room rugs can be a great way to define different zones in the room, and separate your dining area from your living area. You may even want to layer a dining room rug over carpet.

Once you’ve decided to buy a dining room rug, with so much choice how do you know which rug is the right one for you? Dining room rugs are typically going to be large, so it is important to choose wisely as it will make a big impact on the overall look of the room. Firstly, you’ll need to decide what size living room rug to get. Typically, you’ll want to buy a rug that is big enough for your dining room table and chairs to fit comfortably. The back legs of the chair should be able to stay on the rug at all times, even when the chairs are pulled back from the table. Not only will this tend to look more visually appealing, but it is also a safety issue as well. If the rug is too small, chairs can get caught on the edge of the rug as people get in and out and the rug becomes a trip hazard. If you choose a rug that is too big though, you can risk making the room look smaller than it is. Depending on your room and floors, you generally don’t want your dining room rug to be too close to the walls either. Underlay is also important to stop your rug from slipping or buckling which can also be a trip hazard. Not only does underlay help the rug stay in place, but it also provides extra cushioning. 

Once you’ve chosen the best size of rug for your room, you’ll then need to think about the pattern and design of your rug. If you are styling your dining room from scratch, you could choose a bold statement rug and then design the rest of your room around it, but in many cases, you’ll already have furniture in place so you’ll want to choose a rug that enhances your existing decor. As well as looking at the style and color of your dining table and chairs and any other furniture, you’ll also need to look at other features in the room including light fittings, floors, and walls. If it’s open-plan, you’ll want to factor in any other rugs in the room too. Usually, the rugs that you wish to buy together should be of the same style so they complement each other, but they don’t necessarily need to be the same. From a traditional floral rug for a formal dining room to a modern geometric rug for an open plan living space, a patterned rug can give your dining room personality. When thinking about the shape of your rug, you may want to match it to the outline of the room or furniture–for example, round rugs work great with curved sofas or round coffee tables. 

How to maintain dining room rugs?

Being under a table where food and drinks are regularly consumed means dining room rugs have a high chance of facing spills, so good maintenance is extra important. It’s a good idea to choose a rug that is made from durable and easy-to-clean fabrics. Although fluffy, shag rugs look good, they can trap crumbs forever so high pile rugs might be best left for the living room. Low pile or flat weave dining room rugs are popular choices as they are not only simpler to care for but they also make it easier to slide the chairs in and out. Dining room rugs made from natural fibers like wool or cotton, indoor-outdoor rugs, or other rugs with stain-resistant qualities can be easier to clean. It’s also best to avoid white rugs or other pale shades as stains such as red wine can be difficult to remove! Dark or patterned rugs can hide stains more easily, but for good rug maintenance, it is still best to clean up spills as soon as they happen to prevent stains from setting in.

Where can I buy cheap dining room rugs?

Being 100% online business, at Miss Amara, we sell high-quality dining room rugs in a range of colors, shapes, and patterns that don’t cost a fortune. Without all the overheads of a physical store, our rugs are available for sale at very affordable prices. From a modern colorful tribal rug to a distressed transitional rug or rugs in solid colors, you’re sure to find something that will look great in your dining room. As well as dining room rugs, we also sell living room rugs, kitchen rugs, laundry rugs, study rugs, den room rugs, and outdoor rugs, so we have your rug needs covered for every area of your home. From Moroccan rugs or braided rugs to jute rugs, polypropylene rugs, and wool rugs, we have a wide collection of rugs to suit everyone’s tastes. You can browse through our entire collection of rugs online. 

If you are overwhelmed with so much choice, why not take advantage of our free styling advice? Our professionals are on-hand ready to answer any of your rug queries and provide you with all the help you need. With backgrounds in styling, interior, and architecture they know what they are talking about! It’s free, easy to use, and obligation-free. Simply send an email to hello@missamara.com with a photo of your dining room along with any specific requirements and your general taste preferences. Our stylists with then send you a list of dining room rug suggestions tailored specifically for you. If you already know what rug you want, we also have a “see this in my room” button underneath the rugs displayed on our website. If you load up a photo. We’ll superimpose your rug on it so you can more easily visualize how it will look in your room.

At Miss Amara, our rug collection caters to a wide range of styles, spaces, and budgets, so you are sure to find something you love. Shop online today and join our long list of happy customers!