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What fits a 160 x 230 cm rug?

A 160 x 230 cm rug: exact measurements in feet and inches, the room sizes it suits, which sofa, bed or dining table it fits with, and the 329 designs we currently stock in this size.

By the Rug Kingdom team, Rug Kingdom (a trading name of Flair Furniture Ltd) · Published · Product details from our catalogue as of

160 x 230 cm in feet and metres

MeasurementValue
Width160 cm (5 ft 3 in, 1.60 m)
Length230 cm (7 ft 7 in, 2.30 m)
Area3.68 m² (39.6 sq ft)
Perimeter7.80 m

A 160 x 230 cm rug measures roughly 5 ft 3 in by 7 ft 7 in and covers about 3.7 square metres. In a living room, a common guideline is to leave 30 to 60 cm of floor between the rug and the walls, which suggests a room of roughly 2.2 x 2.9 m to 2.8 x 3.5 m. Its 230 cm length sits comfortably in front of a sofa up to about 200 cm wide (allowing about 15 cm of rug beyond each end). Placed across the lower two-thirds of a bed, it leaves at least 40 cm of rug on each side of a UK double or UK king bed. It is generally too small to sit under a dining table with the chairs, which needs about 60 cm of rug beyond the table on every side.

Which rooms suit this size

Of the 329 designs we stock in 160 x 230 cm, the makers suggest them for: Living room (212), Bedroom (84), Dining room (60), Hallway (38) and Garden & outdoor (5). Before ordering, mark the rug outline on the floor with masking tape or newspaper and live with it for a day. It is the quickest way to check walkways, door swings and how much floor shows around the edges.

Our 160 x 230 cm rugs

By material: Polyester (92), Polypropylene (92), Recycled polyester (22), Polypropylene & polyester (20) and Wool (18). By style: Plain & textured (85), Abstract & modern (85), Shaggy (55), Traditional & vintage (33) and Geometric (23). Brands: Think Rugs (169), Asiatic London (96), Catherine Lansfield (46), LLB (14) and Livabliss (4).

Checks before you buy

  • Measure the room and the furniture, not just the floor space you can see.
  • Check door clearance: deeper piles can catch the bottom of a door.
  • Allow for an underlay on smooth floors; it adds grip and a few millimetres of height.
  • Maker sizes can vary by a few centimetres from the nominal size, especially on handmade rugs, so check the product page.

Frequently asked questions

How big is a 160 x 230 cm rug in feet?

160 x 230 cm is approximately 5 ft 3 in by 7 ft 7 in.

Is 160 x 230 cm a large rug?

It is a medium size that suits most living rooms and bedrooms in UK homes.

How many 160 x 230 cm rugs does Rug Kingdom stock?

As of 25 October 2026 we list 329 designs available in 160 x 230 cm, including Colores Cloud Gardenia CO01 Outdoor Rug in Multicoloured, Colores Cloud Arabesque CO02 Rug in Multicoloured and Colores Cloud Ethereal CO03 Rug in Multicoloured.

Does Rug Kingdom deliver free?

Yes. Delivery is free and tracked to England, Wales and mainland Scotland, and you can cancel within 14 days of delivery for any reason.

Prices, stock and exact specifications change, so always check the product page before you order: every product page lists the maker's size, material, construction and care details. Delivery is free and tracked to England, Wales and mainland Scotland, and you have 14 days to change your mind. See delivery and returns.