How To Choose A Rug For Your Sitting Room

A rug is every interior designer’s secret weapon. No other décor transforms a space faster than a rug. The perfect rug will anchor for your home décor, bringing colour, design, and functionality to your sitting room. Just like choosing your living room layout, selecting the right rug requires you to think of the purpose and flow of your space. 

At Siena Home, we’ll help you sink your toes into a luxury bespoke rug that’s custom-designed in London and handmade in Egypt by talented artisans. In this style guide, we’re sharing our advice on how to find a bespoke rug that fits perfectly into your home. 

Your rug is going to go through a lot in your sitting room. Unlike a formal dining room or even a home office, you can expect to walk across your sitting room rug on a daily basis. It’s important to find a balance between functionality and aesthetics. The best rug for a sitting room is cosy and comfortable, while being resilient and versatile enough for every season.

Think about your specific needs when choosing a sitting room rug. While natural materials, like the wool we use for our ‘Celeste’ rug, are popular, a synthetic material might be a better option if you have pets or young children. 

While the material is important, don’t overlook colour! The size of a typical sitting room rug makes it one of the largest soft furnishings in your home. The colour of your rug can instantly change the look and feel of your sitting room. Think about the energy you want in your sitting room, and your existing colour palette, when choosing a bespoke rug.

Size is where things can get confusing for a sitting room rug. The beauty of a bespoke rug is that our team at Siena Home can design one that fits into any space in your living room. 

Sitting room rugs are measured by their length and width, typically desired to sit under or beside your sofa. If you want to place your sitting room rug partly or fully under her sofa, it should be at least as long as your sofa. Most designers opt to have at least a third of the sofa stand on the rug. 

You’ll want to consider your type of sofa, and other seated furniture, as well as how you style the rug. Avoid choosing a rug that’s too big for your space as it can make your living room feel cramped. 

For smaller sitting rooms, your rug can help tie your different design elements together for a more cohesive look. By comparison, a larger sitting room gives you the flexibility to choose a wider rug or use multiple styles across your room to create individual nooks.

Styling your rug isn’t as easy as unrolling it on the floor and calling it a day. Think of it as the first layer of your living room, just as important as choosing the right shade of paint or the perfect sofa. 

One of the most popular ways to style a sitting room rug is to place it under your sofa as an anchor. This styling tip creates a feeling of cohesion in your room, whether you have a small intimate sitting room or a larger open-plan space. Align the front legs of your sofa or seated furniture onto the rug or choose a larger rug that covers a larger surface area than your furniture for a statement look.

You don’t have to stop at just one rug. Layering different rugs in your sitting room can add depth and richness to your space. If you have a larger sitting room, a single rug might feel lost in your space. 

A bespoke rug gives you the freedom to design one that perfectly fits your space. Our ‘Emberly’ rug incorporates stunning beige geometric shapes and is an ideal option for styling solo or layering with other earth-tone rugs. 

The easiest way to style layered rugs is to start with a neutral base, before layering smaller rugs on top with more decorative detail. Keep your rugs cohesive by choosing a colour theme or décor aesthetic to make a visual statement. Layering rugs is a great option for high-traffic areas in your sitting room, helping to protect your floor and creating a cosy feel.

Choosing a bespoke rug for your sitting room is just as important as deciding on the right sofa or armchair. There’s a sitting room rug to suit every style, aesthetic, and space. At Siena Home, our artisan-made rugs give you the freedom to choose a sitting room rug that’s tailored to your home.

Are you ready to order a bespoke rug for your sitting room? Order samples to experiment with different fabric options and explore our best-sellers for more design inspiration.