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5x8 Rugs: Complete Size Guide for Every Room
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How Big Is a 5x8 Rug? Dimensions, Room Fit & Size Guide
A 5x8 rug is 60 x 96 inches (about 152 x 244 cm) and covers 40 square feet. See what it looks like in a room, which rooms, sofas and beds it fits, and how it compares with 6x9 and 8x10 rugs.
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