Runners 6-7-runner Area Rugs

Why A 6 Foot Runner Rug?

Is a 6 foot runner rug what your home needs? Maybe for a hallway, entryway, or kitchen? With over 8,000 results, we're sure to have the perfect fit.

Runners are versatile decor elements that allow you to change how your home looks and feels. They can make your connecting halls more inviting, your kitchen brighter, your stairs softer, or your bedroom more relaxing. And the 6 foot runner rug is one of the most common lengths, followed closely by the 7 foot rug runner.

Read the ideas below for a look at how a professional decorator might use a 6 or 7 foot rug runner in a home. You might find some inspiration for your next project!

• You can place a 2x6 runner rug in a small apartment kitchen, making the available floor space softer and more comfortable to stand on while cooking or doing dishes. A bright color, like white or yellow, can make the space feel sunnier if it doesn't get much natural light.
• You could use a 7 foot bathroom runner rug in front of a his-and-hers sink arrangement, visually uniting both standing areas. Pair the runner with a matching bath mat in front of the shower, and the space will look complete.
• You might place a 6 foot long runner rug in a home's entryway, brightening the front of the house. An indoor/outdoor material is best for the entrance since this area usually sees a lot of dirt and moisture.

A Closer Look At 6 Foot Runner Rugs

Runner rugs are one of the most common styles of floor covering around the world. They are used outdoors and indoors, in almost every living space. You'll see them in:

Anywhere you might have a walkway, you can use a runner rug. And since hallways are often dull or uninteresting, the runner is an opportunity to add personality.

Is A 6 Foot Runner Rug Right For Me?

Before you buy your new rug, measure your space to determine what size you will need. A 72 inch runner rug will need at least 8 feet of hallway to prevent crowding the open floor space. Measure your area carefully and select a size that leaves 12 to 24 inches of open floor between the edge of your rug and the walls. Do this for length and width.

If you have room for a 6 foot runner rug, you'll need to figure out:

• Material
• Color
• Thickness
• Style

Choosing The Perfect 6 Foot Runner Rug

Using the filters to narrow your search by material, color, thickness, and style, browse rugs that would work well in your home. Save and compare your favorites to find the perfect rug for the space, and remember to buy a pad! Rug pads are essential to keep runners in place, and they add an extra layer of cushioning as a bonus.

Shop for sizes similar to 6-7-runner area rugs such as 2x7 Runners, 2x6, 2x8 Runners, 3x6, and 3x7.

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