An 8x10 rug can be a beautiful focal point in a room. If you are using the rug in a family room or a dining room, you may need a larger rug. It is a beautiful size and you can still have a sense of coziness in a large room. If you are using the rug as a focal point in a room, consider buying a rug that is exactly the size of the room at one end of the living room.