Living Statement team
Oendrila De
Senior Editor, Editorial Standards
Oendrila De is Senior Editor for Editorial Standards at Living Statement. Her assigned coverage includes rugs and textiles, with guides on materials, sizing, care, and how textile choices fit everyday spaces.
Editorial titles describe this person's role at Living Statement. They do not imply professional credentials or hands-on product testing.
Guides by Oendrila De
How to Choose a Living Room Rug Size
Measure a seating area, compare rug placements, and test the footprint before choosing an area rug.
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How to Care for an Area Rug Without Guessing
Build a simple rug-care routine around the rug's fiber, construction, care label, and maker instructions before cleaning it.
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How to Choose a Machine-Washable Rug That Fits Your Home
Check which part of a rug is washable, whether it fits your washer, and how it needs to dry before buying.
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Jute vs. Sisal Rugs: How to Choose for Your Room
Compare jute and sisal rug texture, room conditions, construction, and care before choosing a natural-fiber style.
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How to Size a Rug for a Dining Table
Measure the table, pulled-out chairs, door swings, and walking paths to compare dining-room rug sizes before ordering.
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How to Compare Rug Fibers and Construction
Use the fiber label, pile construction, backing, traffic, and care instructions together when comparing area rugs.
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How to Choose a Rug Pad for Your Rug and Floor
Compare rug-pad fit and material against the exact rug backing, floor finish, traffic, and maker instructions.
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How to Size a Bedroom Rug Around the Bed
Compare bedroom rug layouts using a taped floor plan, bed footprint, bedside access, door swings, and the rug's exact care requirements.
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How to Choose a Hallway Runner Rug
Measure a hallway runner around doors and thresholds, then check flatness, floor compatibility, traffic, and care instructions.
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