Rounded Wool Rug | Bolia Zen (2024)

FAQs

When not to use a round rug? ›

Generally, they add softness and curves, but in a long, narrow room, a round rug can make a space feel disjointed. Think about the shape of your room and make sure your rug mirrors this shape.

A good, high-quality rug is characterized by knots per square inch, weaving method, and material. Of all the high-quality rugs for sale, hand-knotted wool rugs are considered the best. The quality and durability of rugs are enhanced by the hand knotting process and the wool's tenacity.

2. Create the Illusion of Space. If you have a small apartment with limited square footage, a round rug helps detract from the boxed-in feeling small rooms can induce. Curves invoke the illusion of space, as they focus the attention away from corners and edges, softening the structure and creating a sense of fluidity.

Round rugs are an excellent way to add a touch of style to any room, but it's important to ensure plenty of the rug showing. Otherwise, the space can appear cluttered. The general rule is that at least 18” of the rug should be shown on all sides.

A round rug is a clever way to trick the eye into making a room feel larger. Rather than focusing on straight edges that run parallel to the walls, round rugs encourage the eye to scan across the arc of the room instead. This creates the appearance of a less cluttered, more spacious space.

Wool carpets are highly absorbent, and whilst this can be a good trait for removing humidity from the air, it's not so good when it comes to spills or regular exposure to water, such as in or near a bathroom.

Wool is also effective at repairing moisture damage. How long will wool carpet last? A wool carpet can last anywhere from 20 to 25 years.

Wool is also very durable and will last for many years without showing signs of wear. While wool rugs cost slightly more than synthetic rugs, because of its exceptional long life it can be a better choice than other types of rugs because you will quickly recoup the extra cost in the additional years of wear.

If there are smaller accent furniture pieces it is preferable that all of the legs should be sitting on the rug. Positioning a rug under a sofa will create a balanced look and provide a sense of proportion within the room.

“A round table on a round rug is visually harmonious, but you can place a square table on a round rug too – just make sure that the rug is considerably bigger so the shapes don't compete, and, for a dining table, that there is enough room under the chair legs to pull chairs back when seated at the table.

How should a round rug fit? ›

For a standard 24" around the table, look for a rug that's 4' larger than the table's diameter. Always round up, as rounding down will usually leave you with a rug that's too small.

“When selecting a rug that will cover most of the room, measure the perimeter of the space and subtract around [five] inches from each side to determine the rug size,” Phillips says. Watts recommends leaving a bit more space, if possible, around eight to 12 inches around the rug and perimeter.

Rug Size (Too Big or Too Small)

If a rug is too small, it will appear as if it is floating in the room. If it is too large it will overpower the room and make the room appear smaller than it is. Choosing the right size of rug for your room depends on your design objective.

When deciding on the size of your rug, measure the length and width of your couch plus two feet all around for standard sizes or four feet all around for larger sizes.

Furniture Placement: The shape of your furniture and its placement in the room can also influence the choice of rug shape. Round rugs work well under round tables or in seating areas with curved furniture. However, for linear furniture arrangements, a rectangular rug may offer a better fit.

For a smaller room, a round rug can soften the hard angles, making the space feel more intimate and inviting. When placed under a round dining table, it helps delineate the dining area, creating a cohesive look.

“A round table on a round rug is visually harmonious, but you can place a square table on a round rug too – just make sure that the rug is considerably bigger so the shapes don't compete, and, for a dining table, that there is enough room under the chair legs to pull chairs back when seated at the table.

Rectangular rugs and round coffee tables are a natural pair. If your round table is a standard size between 22 and 30 inches around, then you'll likely go with a 5x8 or 6x9 rug. That way, if your rug is centered beneath your table, you'll never have less than the 18” recommended clearance around the table.