We believe home design should be stylish and distinctive. Rugs are essential to any home design, but finding the right fit for your space can sometimes be challenging as unique layouts and room scales can create a hard footprint to fill. At Lulu and Georgia, our thoughtfully curated collection of custom rugs lets you set a beautiful foundation for your style, no matter the space.
Not sure where to start with custom rug sizing? Don't worry; we have got you covered. Check out the tips below for ideas and inspiration as you choose the best piece to buy for your space.
Do I need a Custom Rug?
Rugs don’t just elevate your style—they serve a practical purpose in spaces throughout your home and even outdoors. They offer a softer tread and warmth underfoot, protect your floors, dampen acoustics, and can help break up and define areas in an open layout. But as anybody who has shopped for a rug before can tell you, finding the perfect rug is all in the details.
No two rooms are the same. In some areas, you may be looking for a custom-shaped rug to suit the footprint or make a statement. Other times, simply the constraints or scale of a space can make it difficult to find the perfect size. Here are some times a custom rug may be the move.
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Your room has unusual dimensions and standard sizes don’t fit quite right.
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You’re working with oversized or custom furniture that needs a rug to anchor it properly.
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You have an open-concept layout and want to define specific zones clearly.
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You need a custom runner rug for a long hallway or staircase that isn’t a standard length.
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Off-the-shelf options aren’t quite working, and you want something made just for your space.
Choosing the Style of a Custom Area Rug or Runner
Once you’ve identified an area where you want to place a custom-sized rug, we can start looking at what style of rug might go there. You want to consider the space—not just its dimensions but also how it is used and what sorts of wear and tear a rug might be exposed to.
It can be helpful to think in terms of construction and material. Different constructions offer different advantages. In a shared living space or hallway, the low tread of a flatweave design like this Polina Flatweave Wool Rug will hold up better to high traffic. The low pile can also be easier to clean in a dining area or entryway. Other styles may be machine-made—common for outdoor or performance fiber rugs.
One note: You are less likely to come across custom hand-knotted rugs for sale as the meticulous process of creating them can take artisans several months or even years to complete and carry a price tag to match—but a vintage hand-knotted rug could be layered onto a custom area rug such as this Bonilla Flatweave Rug to fit the space.
Outdoors, materials are everything. You will want to look to high-performance fibers designed for the elements. The Tannis Indoor / Outdoor Rug offers a low-pile, textural weave in a neutral tone that you can build your outdoor style on. Check out our rug guide for more information on construction and materials.
Measuring Your Space for a Custom-Sized Rug
With custom rug sizing, you can find the perfect fit for any space. But that makes knowing the exact dimensions of the area all the more important. Whether you are styling a custom runner rug for a hallway or alongside an extended bed frame or a larger area rug to fill a grand space, it’s important to know how the rug will fit before you order.
Once you’ve taken measurements and figured out a size, you can mark the area on the floor with painters' tape to get a visual idea of how it will fit in place. This can be especially useful with custom-shaped rugs. For specifics on how different rugs should fit in various rooms, you can check out our helpful guide on how to measure rugs for a specific space.
Lulu and Georgia Custom Size Area Rugs
However you style it, a custom rug allows you the flexibility to showcase the nuances of your design aesthetic—protecting your floors while creating a warm, inviting space. Loved ones and visitors can immediately get a sense of who you are by seeing how you have utilized this foundational layer of decor to build on your home's look.
When you shop custom area rugs and runners online at Lulu and Georgia, you'll find pieces that fit your space and complement the style of your home. You can choose from our wide selection to find the perfect purchase, no matter what you're looking for. For more help finding bespoke solutions in styling your space, don’t forget to check out our design services.
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