Dining Room Rugs
Dining room rugs in sizes that fit under a table for four, six or eight. Pick the size from your table, then the pattern and colour that suit the room.
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How to choose a dining room rug
A dining rug should be big enough for the chairs to stay on the rug when they are pulled out. Measure your table, add about 24 inches on every side, and choose the nearest size. Size names are rounded, so check the actual size shown under Size on each rug.
What size rug goes under a dining table?
A table for four, about 3 by 4 feet, suits a 6x9. A table for six, about 4 by 6 feet, suits an 8x10, and a table for eight, about 4 by 8 feet, suits a 9x12. Read our guide to the best rug for a dining room, or browse rugs for a 4 seat table, 6 seat table and 8 seat table.
Which pattern works under a dining table?
A pattern or a mix of two tones hides crumbs and marks better than a plain light rug. Choose a flat, low profile design so the chairs slide easily.
Do I need a rug pad?
A rug pad keeps the rug flat under moving chairs. Choose one slightly smaller than the rug.
Frequently asked questions
What size rug goes under a dining table?
Choose a rug about 24 inches larger than the table on every side, so the chairs stay on the rug when pulled out. That is usually a 6x9 for four seats, an 8x10 for six and a 9x12 for eight. Size names are rounded, so check the actual size shown under Size on each rug.
What size rug fits a 6 seat dining table?
A table for six is about 4 by 6 feet, so an 8x10 gives about 24 inches past the table on every side.
Which pattern is best under a dining table?
A pattern or a mix of two tones hides crumbs and marks better than a plain light rug, and a flat low profile design lets the chairs slide easily.
Should a dining room rug be round or rectangular?
Match the table. A rectangular table suits a rectangular rug, and a round table suits a round or square rug about 24 inches wider than the table on every side.
Do I need a rug pad under a dining rug?
A pad keeps the rug flat under moving chairs. Choose one slightly smaller than the rug so the edges stay hidden.
Where can I find shipping and returns details?
Shipping and returns details are on our shipping policy and returns policy pages, and the rules can differ by country and by item. Read them before you order, and contact us if you have a question.