Deciding What Size Area Rug to Choose for a Queen Bed

Finding the perfect area rug for a queen-size bed isn't always easy. Before making that final decision, you'll need to consider a range of questions to make sure you're sticking to your goals. For example, how do you want the room to look? Does the area rug suit the room's decor? Are you choosing the right size of area rug to complement the feel of the bed and accompanying furniture?

Determining what size area rug for a queen bed doesn't need a rulebook. Instead, it's an opportunity to explore what works best for every need — your design needs, your style needs, your size needs, and what you want the room to feel like. 

In other words, there are no strict rules other than making the best of the size and space you have at your disposal. Below are some important things to think about before deciding on the perfect area rug for a queen-size bed. 

Types of Area Rugs for Queen-Size Beds

Think of the room your queen-size bed will be in as an art canvas. How big or small is your canvas? What colors will work best on it? How will the rest of the furniture in your room's palette work with the look and texture of your rug?  

When considering an area rug size for a queen bed, you'll encounter many shapes of rugs, mainly the following variations:

• Rectangular-shaped rugs
• Octagon-shaped rugs
• Circular-shaped rugs
• Square-shaped rugs
• Oval-shaped rugs
• Runner rugs

While there's no strict rule for choosing a specific area rug size for a queen bed, most people choose a rug size that offers at least 2 feet of rug on all sides. For a queen-size bed, this usually means finding a large rug to provide the necessary coverage. 

However, remember that these are general guidelines to help you find your perfect fit.  

Queen-Size Bed Rugs for Small Bedrooms

Rugs that complement the design of queen-size beds are commonly available in three sizes: 

• 8 feet by 10 feet
• 9 feet by 12 feet
• 5 feet by 8 feet

These sizes work well in smaller, more intimate bedrooms where space is used creatively. Rugs are usually situated horizontally across the room, vertical to the bed. 

When choosing an area rug size for under a queen bed in a smaller room, keep the following in mind:

• Small to average-sized rooms may need to stick to a maximum size of 7 feet by 10 feet for their choice of rug, which will still offer some support around the bed
• While rugs that are 4 feet by 6 feet are traditionally seen as too small for queen beds, layering smaller rugs on each side of the bed can still look stylish and effective

Queen-Size Bed Rugs for Large Bedrooms

A large bedroom may seem to offer more freedom, but it also gives you more to contemplate when visualizing how a rug will work with the room's style. 

• Smaller rugs can still work well as an area rug size for under a queen bed, as they still allow you to put nightstands at the head of the bed
• If you're planning to design the look of a larger space, consider using a 10-foot by 14-foot area rug to make use of the extra room available 
• A 6-foot by 9-foot rug can be a good standard size to have under a queen bed if you're uncertain of which size to choose 

Popular Styles of Area Rugs for Queen-Size Beds

Whether you're a professional room designer sprucing up a large room for a client or decorating a small room for personal use, the style of rug you use matters. Queen-size beds can accommodate a wide range of area rugs and make a big difference to how a room looks. 

Some stylish options for area rugs for queen beds include:

Traditional Style Area Rugs for Queen Beds 

Traditional styles offer a timeless feel to any room, no matter what size area rugs for queen beds you want. A traditional area rug can ground a room and bring a feel of comfort and class, even in modern and daring room designs:

• Da Vinci rugs: Da Vinci rugs combine traditional European patterns with an understated visual appeal that brings a flourish to any room. They are ideal area rugs for queen-size beds, offering multiple color options and sizes. Our Da Vinci rugs are made exclusively for us in Belgium, using the finest European color banks and finishing techniques.
• Kashan rugs: The Kashan range of area rug sizes offers a similar traditional style but with a Persian-inspired twist. The soft and inviting rug pile adds a little more sophistication to your room's design. The Kashan rug is available in a range of colors, including black, alabaster, true red, soft gold, and deep Atlantic blue. 
• Tayse Madison Beauregard rugs: The precision and softness of Tayse Madison Beauregard area rugs bring a soft and relaxing aura to your bedroom design. If you're looking for a soft and durable rug with luxurious, colored fibers, this can elevate the look of your room without clashing with your other style choices. 

Modern Style Area Rugs for Queen-Size Beds

Modern style area rugs are a great choice for your design. Their “here and now” feel can instantly add an effortlessly confident and bold statement to your room's style: 

• Nourison Allur rugs: The Nourison Allur range of rugs features lush patterns and bold colors, adding some extra character to your queen-size bed. Featuring contemporary machine-made fibers, the Allur range is easy to clean and comes in floral blooms across bright colors, like yellow floral rug options.
• James Collection rugs: Modern rugs can take inspiration from all styles to create a deep and rich collection that's eye-catching and durable. The James Collection, designed by Joanna Gaines for the Magnolia Home collection, is a great example of this. 
• Prismatic rugs: Nourison's Prismatic rugs offer a more abstract and unique option for your queen-size bed design plan. With visually striking and unusual designs, these rugs are hand-tufted from fine wool to deepen texture. 

Casual Style Area Rugs for Queen Size Beds

Are you less worried about style and more focused on creating the ultimate casual area to relax in? Casual rug designs can bring comfort and warmth to your bedroom design — perfect for socializing or just relaxing in your own personal space:

• Nourison Rustic rugs: Nourison's rustic rug collection combines earthy tones and strong modern textures to give your space a homely dimension. Rustic grey rugs like this can be a great way to ground the extravagance of a queen-size bed without overpowering its presence. 
• Liora Manne Capri rugs: The comfort and durability of Capri rugs make them an ideal choice for a simple but cozy accompaniment to a queen-size bed. These rugs are made with weather-resistant fibers and have blended comforting colors.
• Marbella Collection rugs: With stylish designs in a range of color options, Dalyn's Marbella collection uses color technology to place up to 500,000 color shades in its rugs. It's a great choice for casual looks that never go out of style.

Choosing the Best Bedroom Rug Material

The texture and durability of your rug can be essential to finding the perfect accompaniment to your room's decor. For example, are you looking for comfort and warmth in a rug with a casual style but a cozy feel? A wool rug can be the perfect answer to all of these needs. 

Do you prefer something luxurious with a velvet feel and are willing to put in the effort to care for it regularly? Consider investing in a fine silk rug. Is variety in color and style, and a friendlier price tag, important to you? Nylon or polyester rugs can be stylish but sensible options. 

Where to Place Queen-Size Bed Rugs 

Once you have an idea of the size and style of rug you want, you should consider the placement and layout of your area rug:

• Fully under the queen-size bed: Area rugs that are 8 by 10 feet or 9 by 12 feet will fit fully under a queen bed and any nearby bedside nightstands.  
• Two-thirds under the queen-size bed: A 7 by 10 foot area rug can fit under the bottom two-thirds of the bed or closer to the headboard to accommodate your nightstands. 
• Under the lower third of the queen-size bed: Smaller rugs can be placed under the feet of a queen-size bed so a few feet of rug extends out from the foot of the bed. 
• On each side of the bed: Runners or small rectangular rugs can fit along each side of a queen bed. You can pair this with a rug underneath the lower half of the bed. 

Area Rug Size Measuring Checklist: 5 Steps for Choosing a Size 

By now, you should have a good idea of how your ideal rug will fit into your bedroom design. But before you go further, it's always best to do some due diligence and make sure the measurements are accurate and plan out which size works well in your chosen space:

1. Clear the Bedroom

Clear out any pieces of nearby furniture or clutter close to where the rug will be placed. Use this opportunity to view your ‘blank canvas’ free from obstructions. It'll give you a chance to see the room from a neutral perspective one last time. 

2. Measure Your Space

Carefully measure the length and width of the bedroom, and note down the numbers — then, measure again to be sure you've got the right figures to work with. Once you've done that, check the floor area for any bumps or issues with the flooring that may affect how your rug lays. 

3. Mark and Experiment 

Add a tape outline to your floor — painter's tape won't leave any marks or mess — that matches the specific measurements of the rug you like. Experiment with different positions and make sure the one you've chosen meets your style and space needs. 

4. Visualize the Daily Routine

When the room is fully complete and furniture is in place, will there be any obstacles or issues coming in and out of that room daily? Make sure there's space for foot traffic and that the room won't be too cramped or sparse.

5. Choose Your Style 

Are you looking for a traditional rug, or is a modern or casual style more your speed? While there's no rule that your rug needs to match the color scheme of your room, consider the general guidelines for complementary and contrasting colors. Also, decide whether you want your rug to be the focal point or to merge with the rest of the room's design.

FAQs About Rugs and Queen-Size Beds

Consider the following frequently asked questions about choosing a rug:

• Can I put a rug under a bed on carpet? Absolutely. Many people put a rug under a bed on carpet. Not only does it add a little extra comfort to the bedroom, but it also protects the carpet beneath. As long as your area rug is large enough to function on top of the carpet, you'll have no issues. 
• Should the rug go under the nightstands on either side of the queen-sized bed? This depends on personal choice in terms of style. If your rug is large enough to be under all of the nightstand's legs, it helps with overall stability. If the rug only fits under a portion of the nightstand, it can look awkward and be a potential trip hazard.
• Can you put a circular rug under a queen-sized bed? While round-shaped rugs aren't the standard choice for being put under a queen-sized bed, they will work perfectly well. Consider orienting the rug under the bottom quarter of the bed for the best effect.

Find Your Perfect Queen-Size Bed Rug at Carpet & Tile Mart

Designing the look of a bedroom should be a liberating and exciting experience, not a chore. When it's time to add that final component to your queen-sized bed style, be sure to choose a rug that complements your room's personality and brings you creative peace of mind. 

At Carpet & Tile Mart, we know that stylish and high-quality products should also offer great value for your money. With a selection of over 12,000 rugs, we offer free shipping on area rugs and provide a wide range of shapes, sizes and styles to elevate the look of any bedroom.

Explore our wide selection of quality rugs on our website or visit us at one of our locations to see for yourself.