One of the biggest comments we hear from area rug customers is that their new rug looks too small for the size of room they've placed it in.

It's a common error! In general, most consumers purchase rugs that are too small for their rooms. Here are a couple of hints we think will help you select the proper size rug.

• To cover a room area, leave 20 to 36 inches of bare floor around the rug to balance out the placement.
• When using a rug under a table or in a seating area, add 4 feet to the width and length of your table or furniture footprint.
• Carpet runners should be sized 4 to 5 inches narrower than the hallway or stairway.