Adding an area rug under your full size bed is a great way to warm up your bedroom decor. But what size rug do you need to perfectly fit a full bed?
As a professional custom rugs manufacturer, I took a deep dive into full bed dimensions, common rug sizes, and layout options to bring you this complete guide on choosing the right area rug for your full sized mattress.
How Big Is a Full Size Bed?
Before picking out a rug size, you first need to know the dimensions of a full bed.
Here are the key measurements:
- Mattress Size: 53″ x 75″
- With Frame: Around 56″ x 77″
So if you measure from the edges of a full size bed frame, you get 56 inches wide by 77 inches long as the maximum footprint.
The exact width and length can vary an inch or two depending on the bed frame. But for all intents and purposes you can count on a typical full bed with frame taking up an area that’s roughly 56” x 77”.
Full Bed Rug Size Options
Now that you know the size of a full bed, what rug dimensions should you be looking for?
Here are some of the most common area rug sizes that look great under full beds, along with the advantages of each:
5′ x 8′ Rug
A 5′ x 8′ rug provides just enough space to fit under a full sized bed frame with a little bit of breathing room on the sides.
Pros:
- Fits smaller bedrooms well
- Leaves more exposed floor visible
Cons:
- Very little rug space on sides of bed
- Can feel too narrow in larger rooms
6′ x 9′ Rug
Stepping up slightly in size, a 6′ x 9′ rug leaves more visible rug on the sides of the bed for that perfect framed look.
Pros:
- Provides ample rug coverage under and around bed
- Allows rug to extend past foot of bed
Cons:
- Takes up more floor space than a 5′ x 8′
8′ x 10′ Rug
An 8′ x 10′ area rug really lets you stretch out under a full size mattress and frame. This oversized look can make the bed feel like the star of the room.
Pros:
- Oversized look makes full bed stand out
- Plenty of rug space on all sides
Cons:
- Requires larger bedroom
- Makes full bed feel small if rug is too oversized
Where Should You Place a Rug Under a Full Bed?
Depending on your bedroom layout and whether you want your rug to be more of a practical accent or full on design feature, you have a few options on where to place a rug under a full size bed.
Centered Under Entire Bed
Centering an area rug under the entire footprint of the bed is a popular layout.
This showcases the dimensions of the rug, provides ample comfort underfoot, and delineates a clear bedroom focal point.
Depending on rug size, you may also have enough space for nightstands and other furniture on the rug.
Bottom Half of Bed
Another option with full beds is to place the area rug centered under only the bottom half of the bed.
This leaves more visible floor at the top half of the bed by the headboard, which some people prefer aesthetically. An additional benefit is being able to use a smaller rug, since you only need to cover the bottom portion of the full size bed frame.
Flanked by Runners
Finally, consider flanking your full size bed with rug runners on each side instead of one large rug.
This gives you a similar look of a rug under the bed, while allowing more flexibility if you want exposed wood or other flooring materials to show through in certain areas.
Style and Coordinate Your Full Bed Rug
Once you nail down the right size rug and placement under your full mattress, it’s time to pick out a style.
Here are some tips for choosing a rug design that pops in your bedroom:
- Contrast colors and textures – Don’t be afraid to pick a rug color or material that’s different from your bedding or furniture. This contrast makes the rug really stand out.
- Match accents – On the other hand, choose rug patterns or colors that complement secondary room decor, like artwork or curtains
- Funky shaped rugs – Have fun with non-standard rug shapes and sizes under a full bed, like rounds, ovals, or kidney shapes
The most important thing is that your area rug makes you smile whenever you walk into your fabulous full bed bedroom sanctuary!
Hopefully this gives you a better sense of the perfect area rug size and placement under a full size mattress. Just remember to take into account your exact bedframe dimensions, bedroom layout, and style preferences when making your decision.
Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions!