8-9 ft Rug Runners

Why An 8 Foot Runner Rug?

Does your home need an 8 ft runner rug to complete your decor? With thousands of options, we're sure to have the perfect fit for you.

When an interior decorator puts together a home, they include runners in stairways, entryways, kitchens, halls, bedrooms, bathrooms, and other high-traffic zones. Runners protect your floor from heavy foot traffic, and they can transform your home's decor.

The following ideas are just some of many ways that a professional might use an 8 or 9 ft runner rug in a home. Take a look to inspire your next design project:

• You could place a bright 2x8 runner rug with bold geometric designs in a connecting hallway between bedrooms. The intensity of the rug would work best in a sparsely decorated area that needs color and texture.
• You might use a neutral-colored 3x8 runner rug in a kitchen that receives a lot of sunlight and has colorful accents. The neutral tone will make sure the space doesn't look chaotic, while the soft rug texture will make it more inviting.
• You might use a dark brown 9 ft runner rug in a warm bedroom with tan, brown, and red decor. The strip of dark color will make the room feel more intense, but also more grounded and relaxing.

A Closer Look At 8 Foot Runner Rugs

Did you know that 8 and 9 foot runner rugs are popular around the world? These beauties are used throughout the home to protect the flooring and improve the mood of a space, and they're easy to switch when you want to change things. You might use different rugs for every season, or keep rugs for different holidays, to make your decor more versatile.

Regardless, adding a runner to a hall or walking space makes it feel softer and more calming to spend time in. Selecting a neutral color or one that goes with the entire home's decor also helps the rug unite different rooms throughout the house.

Is An 8 Foot Runner Rug Right For Me?

Before you buy your rug, measure your space to ensure you have enough room. Generally, you want to keep between 12 and 24 inches between the edges of the rug and the walls, so the placement doesn't look crowded. If you're using the rugs in a unique setting, like on a staircase, research how to measure for this placement.

If the sizing is correct, there's no reason not to add one of these lovely runners to your home. The following tips will help you find the right one:

Choosing The Perfect 8 Foot Runner Rug

Enter your material, color, style, and thickness requirements into the filters to help you sort through the options. Then compare your top picks and select the rug that you think will look best with your existing decor.

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