The Best IKEA Rugs That Deserve A Spot Under Your Dining Table

Sitting down to a delicious meal in a beautifully appointed dining room is a great way to spend time with family and friends. It's even better when the table is large enough to accommodate all your dishes and serving ware, and the chairs are comfortable enough for lounging around after dessert. Whether you want to protect your dining room floor from scratches, hide those pesky crumbs, add something soft that helps absorb sound during livelier conversations, or you simply want to add more texture or color to the room, there are several IKEA rugs that deserve a spot under your dining table.

There are a few things you'll need to keep in mind while finding the perfect rug for your space. The most important thing is to get your dining room rug sizing just right. Ideally, your rug should be big enough that it totally surrounds your dining table and provides enough room for each chair to be fully pulled out. If your table has leaves, make sure you take the extended length into consideration while measuring your space. You should also plan to leave some space between the edge of your rug and the surrounding walls, especially if you have beautiful hardwood floors that deserve to be seen. IKEA has dozens of area rugs in all shapes and sizes, but to find the best ones, we went straight to the customer ratings. Each of the rugs on our list has at least 100 five-star reviews. 

The LOHALS Flatwoven Rug is one of IKEA's bestsellers, thanks to a neutral color that you can easily pair with almost any home decor style. Made of jute, the rug comes in three different sizes. The largest one, measuring 6 feet 7 inches by 9 feet 10 inches, is ideal for most dining rooms. Over 1,500 IKEA customers have given the $120 rug a five-star rating, calling out its substantial weight and quality construction that rivals much more expensive options. Multiple users mentioned that it can withstand heavy abuse from animals without showing any wear and tear. 

Available in natural or black, IKEA's TIPHEDE Rug is an outstanding choice if your dining room needs frequent cleaning. Made from 100% cotton, the 5-foot-1-inch by 7-foot-3-inch flat-woven fabric is machine washable. Adding a rug under your dining room table can make your space look luxe, and this $20 option is an affordable way to update even those smaller spaces. Over 1,300 reviewers have given it a five-star rating, hailing the TIPHEDE as great value for the money. Several customers did mention that it can take some time for the rug to fully flatten out.

Although IKEA isn't necessarily a place you'd think to shop if you want a one-of-a-kind rug, it turns out the Swedish home furnishing store has exactly that. Their HALVED Handwoven Rugs are made in India in what the company calls "organized weaving centers with good working conditions and fair wages." Constructed from wool and cotton in a 5-foot-7-inch by 7-foot-10-inch size, each one features an assortment of brightly colored stripes that stand out against wood or metal dining tables. Reviewers described the $150 rug as a colorful addition to any space at a great price.

Because you should pick a rug that mimics the shape of your table, both round and rectangular rugs made our list. Measuring just 4 feet 3 inches in diameter, the IKEA STOENSE Round Rug is definitely on the smaller side, making it ideal if you have a tiny dining room or eat-in kitchen. Over 700 reviewers who gave this $60 rug a five-star review raved about the soft and plush texture, elegant shape, and value for money. Available in a creamy off-white or medium gray color, this round rug by designer Maja Ganszyniec benefits from a rubber backing that holds it securely in place.

Designed by Anna Sörensson and also woven by craftspeople in India, at $500, the STOCKHOLM Striped Rug is the most expensive option on our list. Nevertheless, multiple reviewers described this popular and stylish rug as being an outstanding value for money because its durable wool and cotton design ensures it lasts for years. Identical designs on both sides mean you can flip it over to hide any wear and tear without changing the look of your dining room. Available in black and off-white or grey stripes, the 8-foot-2-inch by 11-foot-6-inch size is ideal for larger spaces.

If you can hardly wait for grilling season to arrive and love to dine al fresco, the LYDERSHOLM Indoor/Outdoor Rug from IKEA may be an ideal choice. Available in beige or brown, this rug is made from water-resistant polypropylene and has a 100% synthetic rubber backing. The vast majority of reviewers gave the $90 rug a five-star rating, appreciating that it warms up spaces inside and outside their homes and is extremely easy to clean. Several users mentioned that its soft texture makes it a favorite for cats and dogs, but that the durable design stands up well to fur babies.

Along with getting the size just right, color and material are among the most important things to consider when choosing a beautiful dining room rug. IKEA's MORUM Rug is another polypropylene and synthetic rubber choice that works as well in formal dining room settings as it does under a patio table, whether you opt for it in beige or dark gray. Available in a large 6-foot-7-inch by 9-foot-10-inch size, over 1,400 reviewers have given the $130 rug a five-star rating, describing it as classic, neutral, practical, and a great value. A smaller size is also available for $80. 

Cowhide rugs aren't for everyone. But if you're looking for a rug that's made of a natural material and has a one-of-a-kind shape, and you don't mind some size variation, the KOLDBY Cowhide Rug from IKEA may be right for you. Available in a rich brown color, reviewers love the soft and supple leather and appreciate the $165 price tag, which many say is far less than similar hides on the market elsewhere. If you want both style and function, consider layering an IKEA cow hide over other rugs on our list.