Rug placement for the clueless

5 years ago

last modified: 5 years ago

Hi All

I've recently bought a rug for my living room and i'm conscious that its too small for the space and the size of the sofa. I'm not happy with the current placement of the rug and not really sure what will work best. Its not really an option at the moment to go and buy a new bigger rug so all ideas are welcomed. Thanks in advance!

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John Walsh
5 years ago
Hi K Mc, I'm afraid I don't know anything about rug placement but I do love your sofa, it looks very plush and comfortable. Can you let me know where you got it from please?
K Mc
Original Author
5 years ago
Hi John
Although we are in Ireland, my partner is from Slovakia and he sourced the sofa from there and had it transported here. He wasn't impressed with the option and the waiting times here! I think it still worked out better value than buying the sofa here
Here's a link anyway if you wanted to consider it:
https://m.moebelix.sk/p/sedacia-suprava-multi-000552020263
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