How to Measure for an Area Rug
David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com By Lorrie Browne, RISMedia Guest Columnist Area rugs are the crowning touch to wood and tile flooring. They add warmth, beauty and color to your room, not to mention how good they feel under your feet. But there's nothing worse than ordering a rug, laying it down and then realizing it's a little too big or too small. So before you start searching, it's a good idea to figure out what size you need. It will help narrow down your choices and give you confidence in your purchase. Here are some room-by-room guidelines: Dining Room Measure the dining room table and then add 54" to the length and the width so chairs can be moved in and out without slipping off the rug. Living Room & Family Room Measure the perimeter of your entire furniture grouping and deduct 24" from the length and the width. This will allow the front legs of sofas and chairs to be on the rug and anchor the seating area. If one side face...