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It does not matter. Conventionally, the length is the biggest side because it is the longest and so has the longest measure. But there are exceptions to that as well. That is why many manufacturers tell you (LxW or LxWxH) as well as giving the actual measures.

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Q: What is the length of this rug measurement 30x40 Does the width come first OR the length come first?
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