240 × 340 cm rug for the bedroom

Layout: how 240 × 340 cm sits in a bedroom

Two options: a large rug under the bed with 60cm exposed each side (200×290 for a UK double, 240×340 for a king), or two runners flanking the bed (80×300 each).

At 240 × 340 cm, this size delivers 8.2 m² of coverage – enough for open-plan living. The room's traffic is classified low, which means pile choice matters more than in a low-traffic room.

Styles that work at this size in this room

The pile-height sweet spot for a bedroom is high (25mm+) for warmth underfoot. At 240 × 340 cm, that filters the compatible styles:

• Persian & Oriental – Traditional medallion, floral and boteh patterns woven or printed on wool or polypropylene. Dense pattern hides wear on hallways and dining rooms.
• Shaggy – Long-pile rugs (30mm and up) in polyester, polypropylene or wool. Soft underfoot, absorbs sound. Not for high-traffic or dining zones.
• Berber & Moroccan – Loop-pile or hand-knotted rugs with diamond, cross and dot motifs from Beni Ourain and Boujad traditions. Cream base, black or brown motifs. Wool-heavy.
• Pure Wool – Solid wool pile, hand-tufted or hand-loomed. Naturally flame-retardant, stain-resistant, long-lived. Higher upfront cost, decades of use.

What to avoid at 240 × 340 cm in this room

low-pile flatweaves as the primary bedside surface. Additionally at this size: a 240 × 340 cm rug centred in a room that needs the primary size (200 × 290 cm) reads as undersized to the eye even if the maths add up. Measure the furniture footprint, not the room.

Frequently asked questions

Is 240 × 340 cm the right size for a UK bedroom?

Two options: a large rug under the bed with 60cm exposed each side (200×290 for a UK double, 240×340 for a king), or two runners flanking the bed (80×300 each). A 240 × 340 cm rug is open-plan living – check your furniture footprint against these dimensions before ordering.

Which styles work best?

In a bedroom, the pile height matters as much as the size. high (25mm+) for warmth underfoot is the sweet spot. The styles most commonly stocked at 240 × 340 cm for a bedroom are persian & oriental, shaggy, berber & moroccan.

What about a rug pad?

Non-negotiable – extends lifespan 40% (British Rug Council estimate). Cut the pad 5 cm shorter than 240 × 340 cm on each side. See the rug pad guide for which material suits your floor.

Our verdict

240 × 340 cm is a defensible pick for a UK bedroom when the furniture footprint matches – open-plan living, UK super king bedroom, 8-seat dining. Above all, avoid the common mistake of sizing to the room's floor rather than to what the rug is meant to sit under.