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Living room plan4.2 × 3.4 m
3.4 m4.2 m
Suggested rug260 × 364 cm
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Bedroom measuring guideWhat Size Rug Goes Under a King Bed?
02Choose a rug for a king bed with practical 240 × 300 cm guidance, alternative layouts and a simple measuring checklist.
Living-room measuring guideHow to Size a Rug for a Small Living Room
03Choose a rug size for a compact living room using sofa width, furniture placement, floor borders and practical tape-out examples.
Window measuring guideHow to Measure for Curtains
04Measure a curtain pole or track, calculate fullness and choose the right drop with this practical step-by-step window guide.
Bedroom measuring guideWhat Size Rug Goes Under a Double Bed?
Choose a rug for a double bed: 200 × 290 cm is the usual size, 160 × 230 cm suits a small room and 240 × 340 cm a roomy one.
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