3x8 Area Rugs

Add big style with a 3x8 Rug

If you’re looking for a 3x8 rug runner to protect your floors, you’re in luck. Our shop features hundreds of options to choose from so that you can find the perfect rug for any occasion. From chic to oriental, with everything in between, these rugs can do it all.

As you shop for the best 3x8 area rug for your home, we hope you’ll enjoy our wide selection from top brands such as Safavieh, Loloi Rugs, Couristan, and more. There’s something for everyone’s tastes.

Using a 3x8 Rug

A 3x8 rug is a long runner-style floor covering designed for walkways, hallways, and other narrow areas. Ideally, you want to keep 24” of space between the edges of the rug and the walls, but in small areas, a minimum of 12” will work.

Runners can be used in any room of the home, but they’re most common in entryways, hallways, and kitchens.

We’ve highlighted some of our favorite ways to use a 3x8 area rug below. Keep reading if you’d like more inspiration before you buy:

Living Room

Try placing a 3x8 runner behind the couch in an open living room to protect the floors from frequent foot traffic. This can help the living room feel complete if you have a smaller rug at the center of your seating area.

If your living room is low-traffic or a shoe-free zone, check out our 3x8 polyester rugs for a soft and cozy floor covering.

Entryway

A 3x8 outdoor rug can work well to protect the entryway of your home while adding a dose of style and color. Place the rug on your exterior walkway leading to your door or indoors to protect the primary entry point to your home.

For those whose homes aren’t as busy or exposed, 3x8 entryway rugs designed for indoor-only use work well too.

Kitchen

Long kitchens or layouts with an island work well with 3x8 kitchen rugs. These beauties add padding to the most-used areas of the kitchen, protecting your joints while adding serious style to the heart of your home.

Outdoor materials can also be used for the kitchen if you’re concerned about keeping it clean from messes and moisture exposure.

What’s Next?

Buying a new rug runner for your home is exciting, and we want you to love your purchase. Before you settle on your favorite option, check out the pointers below to make sure you get what you need the first time:

• Measure Carefully: Measure your area carefully to make sure the rug will fit in your space. A 3x8 area rug requires a minimum of 5x10 space. It would work better with 7x12 to keep at least 24” between the edges of the rug and the walls.
• Consider Durability: Pick a rug that can stand up to your household's levels of moisture, soil, shoe traffic, and sunlight exposure. Please read about the cleaning requirements and durability of the material your rug is made from to be sure it’s a good fit.
• Get a Rug Pad: A pad will prevent your new 3x8 rug from sliding. This prevents unnecessary damage to the pile and backing, adding years to the life of your purchase. We recommend adding a pad to your purchase before checkout.

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