Rugs are an easy way to add color and personality to your kitchen without breaking the bank. They can also prevent unwanted slips as you go about your normal routine. However, with all the different shapes, sizes, and colors available, choosing a new rug may seem pretty daunting. Thankfully, it only takes a few minutes to find a rug that best fits the measurements and needs of your kitchen!
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[Edit]Picking the Right Size and Shape
- Accent narrow kitchens with a thin, rectangular rug. Take a long measuring tape and measure the length and width of the galley, or the narrow walking space in your kitchen between the appliances and cabinets. Subtract at least from each side, and use these dimensions to shop for a runner, or a thin, rectangular rug. [1]
- For instance, if your galley is long and wide, you’d want to get a runner that’s no more than long and wide.
- Lay rectangular rugs beneath an eating area in your kitchen. Measure the length and width of your kitchen table, island, or any other large table or structure that you’d like to accent with a rug. Add to all sides of the table, and use these dimensions when shopping for a rug.[2]
- For example, if your kitchen table is , you’d want to get a rug that’s at least . The extra rug space will factor in when you pull out or push in chairs around the table.
- Larger rugs are great for more expansive kitchens.
- Opt for small rugs as accents in front of your sink and appliances. Shop for small, basic rugs that are roughly or , depending on the size of your kitchen. Arrange these rugs in front of your sink, refrigerator, or any other area where you’re on your feet a lot. Rectangular and round rugs can work well for this, depending on your own personal preference.[3]
- There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to choosing a rug shape for your kitchen. What matters most is that you like the rug and the energy it brings to your living space!
- Place a large, round rug in the center of a bigger room to balance it out. Think about the layout of your kitchen—is it pretty closed off, or is it really expansive and separated? If you have a large kitchen, choose a large, round rug that really ties the entire room together.[4] If you’re placing the rug under a round table, select a rug that’s at least longer than the diameter of the table.[5]
- For instance, if your table is wide in diameter, choose a rug that’s at least wide.
[Edit]Selecting a Material
- Opt for a flat-weave rug if you’d prefer something that’s easy to wash. Believe it or not, rug material can play a pretty important role, depending on what you’re looking for in a rug. Choose a cotton, flat-weave rug if you’d like something that’s easy to toss in the washer. Since these rugs are pretty tightly woven, you don’t have to worry about your pets clawing at the material.[6]
- Choose a polypropylene rug if you’re worried about potential stains. Look for rugs made with polypropylene, which is a polyester blend, or some other synthetic material. You can clean and spot-treat these areas really easily, as long as you follow the care label provided with the rug.[7]
- These types of rugs are really useful for high-traffic parts of your kitchen, like the galley.
- These rugs are great for regular kitchens or outdoor dining areas.
- Pick a wool rug as a stain-resistant, cushioned option. Shop for rugs made with wool, which is naturally stain-resistant. Choose this type of rug if you’d like a little extra cushioning in your living space, or if you’d just like a low-maintenance rug.[8]
- Always follow the care instructions provided with the rug when dealing with stains.
- If you can’t find a rug made entirely out of wool, opt for a mixed wool rug instead.
- Cover tile or hardwood kitchen floors with a thick, textured rug. Think about the needs of your kitchen, and whether you need a large or small rug in your cooking and eating space. Look for rugs designed with large, thick loops, which add a comforting touch to your kitchen and dining area.[9]
- Thick rugs can provide a lot of cushioning if you’re working in the kitchen for a long time.
- For instance, lay out a large, beige rug with a thick weave beneath a smaller, rounded table.
- Secure rug pads beneath your rugs so no one slips and falls. Search online or in a home goods store for rug pads that fit the dimensions of your kitchen rug. Set the rug pads on the floor first, then lay the rug overtop. Always install padding beneath your rugs if you can, as it can save you from a lot of potential trips and slips.[10]
- Place foam mats underneath smaller rugs. Think about how much time you spend in the kitchen—if you tend to stand by the sink or other stovetop a lot, you may want to layer a foam pad above or beneath your smaller kitchen rugs. These pads can provide a lot of extra support if you plan on being in the kitchen for a while.[11]
- These pads work best with small rugs but aren’t a great fit for rugs that go under tables or other large structures.
[Edit]Choosing a Suitable Color Scheme
- Match your rug with the existing color scheme in your kitchen. Take note of the paint color in your kitchen, along with the colors of your appliances, countertops, and any other decor in your room. Choose a rug that complements these colors and helps tie the room together.[12]
- For example, if you have white paint in your kitchen along with brown and white cabinets, you may want to pick out a brown- or red-patterned rug for your room.
- If you have gray countertops, you can choose a patterned blue and gray rug to go in your kitchen.
- Pick out a warm or bright rug to add some color to the room. Think about your personal goals for the room, and whether you’d like your room to feel colorful or more minimalistic. Play around with different colors, like warm reds or bright blues. Choose a color that you really like, and that you won’t mind seeing every day.[13]
- For instance, if your cabinets are light brown or white, you can choose a bright blue or green rug, or some other color that you like.
- Select a patterned rug to add some extra depth to your kitchen. Choose a rug with diamonds, stripes, or another exotic pattern that meshes well with the rest of your kitchen. You can pick out rugs with bright or neutral colors, depending on what you’re envisioning for your kitchen.[14]
- For instance, if you have brown cabinets and multi-colored countertops, a subtle gray rug with thin stripes might work well.
- Geometric rugs are a great option that can add a lot of personality to your kitchen.[15]
- Opt for a solid, neutral-toned rug to give the room a minimalist touch. Look for rugs that come in more muted or neutral-toned colors. Choose something that helps add to the kitchen without serving as a distraction, which helps create a minimalistic look overall.[16]
- For instance, gray, white, brown, tan, or black rugs can go really well with a lot of different cabinets and countertops.
[Edit]Tips
- Don’t pick out a rug willy nilly! There’s nothing wrong with taking your time before deciding on a kitchen rug that you like.
[Edit]References
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- ↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/30/realestate/how-to-choose-the-right-rug.html
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- ↑ https://clevelandmagazine.com/at-home/articles/choose-the-right-rug-for-your-home
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