Thinking of investing in a rug runner but not sure where to begin? In this measuring guide we’ll show you how to measure your hallway for a hall runner rug to ensure you achieve the right length and width to suit your space.

A hall runner rug is a fantastic investment for your home. They add instant color to liven up any hallway and transitional space, they protect expensive hardwood flooring in high traffic areas and they feel great underfoot, particularly if your home has hard floors throughout. And, if you have already measured up your stairs for a stair runner, a matching hall runner rug creates a great sense of continuity and consistency throughout.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to measure your hallway for a hall runner rug from the experts here at RunRug:

Step 1. Measuring the Length

Before you can start taking your length measurements you need to decide on how you want your runner to look.

Ask yourself: Do you want your runner rug to run the full length of your hallway (end to end), or do you want it slightly shorter to reveal some flooring at either end?

Once you have decided, simply measure the length of the space you want your runner to cover and make a note of it. No matter how long you want your runner, both ends will always be neatly finished for a tidy, high-quality appearance.

Step 2. Measuring the Width

Once you have decided on the length it’s time to check the width of your hallway. Hall runners tend to come in standard widths of 60 or 70 cm, so you need to measure your hallway width from wall to wall to ensure a runner will fit. Ideally, you would need a strip of floor showing on either side of your runner, so make sure you factor this in when choosing the width.

Now you know how to measure your hallway for a hall runner rug, it’s time for the fun part – choosing the design of your runner. RunRug is home to a huge range of contemporary and traditional designs in a rainbow of colors, so you can find the perfect hallway runner rug to match your tastes and existing decor theme. View the full range and order online here, or give us a call for more help and advice.