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8 Washable Rugs That Ensure You’ll Never Stress About Stains Again
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While there's no doubt that a great rug can complete a space and make it feel cozier, it can be a bit of a liability sometimes. Messes from pets, kids, and the occasional muddy shoes and red-wine spill feel like a crisis in the moment because of the high staining potential. While stocking up on stain removers is always a good idea, an even better one is to look into getting washable rugs for your space.
The Best Washable Rugs
- Ruggable Linear Aztec Black Rug
- HEBE Large Cotton Washable Area Rug
- Lorena Canals Machine Washable Airy Cotton Rug
- ReaLife Machine Washable Rug
- Kelly Clarkson Home Belmont Oriental Area Rug
- HiiARug Tuft Area Rug Set
- Thissell Vintage Persian Medallion Rug
- West Elm Washable Palmer Nursery Rug
While washable rugs sound like a novel concept, there are plenty out there to choose from. The best washable rugs are made of cotton, polyester, or polypropylene (or a blend of these), and have a distinctly flexible feel to them, just slightly stiffer than a blanket. If a rug is difficult to fold in half and can only be rolled, it would not be suitable for machine washing.
Before you buy a rug, also consider the size of your washing machine. Even large washing machines may have trouble fitting an area rug. One way to measure your washer space is by stapling together pieces of newspaper to approximate the size of the rug — if you can easily fit it in your washing machine without completely crumpling the paper, it will likely work.
Finally, except for Ruggable's rugs, other styles of washable rugs cannot be put in the dryer, so it's a good idea to make sure you have the space to hang out a rug to dry.
We researched this piece by comparing the specs and reviews of many different brands of washable rugs and by consulting guides from Apartment Therapy, The Strategist, and House Beautiful. These are the eight best washable rugs for a cleaner home.
Melanie Yates is the senior service editor of Best Products, where she writes and reports pieces pertaining to the etiquette, dilemmas, and how-tos of gift-giving for different occasions. Previously, she was the site's senior home editor, covering all things decor- and bedding-related since 2015. Her digital byline can also be found on Bustle, House Beautiful, and Elle Decor. A longtime classical-music enthusiast, Melanie spends her off-hours enjoying performances big and small across New York City.
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