Over the last year, we’ve researched and tested the most popular washable rugs available online, evaluating quality, ease of care and cleaning, and value. Our top pick, the Ruggable Kamran Coral Rug, comes in 10 sizes, includes a rug pad, and can be thrown in the washing machine.
Here are the best washable rugs to buy.
This particular style from Ruggable has a Persian-inspired design with a large inner medallion and ornate border around the edges. The rug has a purposefully distressed appearance, and its gray and rust color scheme will lend subtle warmth to any space. Plus, the rug comes in a wide range of sizes, including runners and round options.
Price at time of publish: $219 for 5 x 7 feet rug
This rug is made from 100% cotton and has a non-slip backing made from recycled canvas. It has a soft cut-and-loop pile that resists crushing, and it’s delightfully soft to the touch, making it a great choice for a playroom! When it’s time to clean the rug, simply put it in your washing machine on the delicate cycle and tumble dry on low.
Price at time of publish: $215 for 4 x 5 feet rug
The Ashford Eco Cotton Rug has a geometric diamond pattern in a gray and white colorway, and it comes in numerous sizes, ranging from 2 x 3 feet up to 8-1/2 x 11 feet, allowing you to choose a size that perfectly suits your home. Plus, when it needs cleaning, you can machine wash and tumble dry the rug—however, the brand does note that its rugs tend to shrink a bit during their first washing.
Best at time of publish: $165 for 5 x 8 feet rug
This soft shag rug is made from hypoallergenic polyester, and its pile is more than 1-½ inches tall with a soft, velvety feel. For daily maintenance, the brand recommends vacuuming the rug with a low-power machine, but you can also deep clean it in the washing machine and line dry it to freshen up the fibers.
Price at time of publish: $37 for 4 x 5.3 feet rug
This rug is made from recycled synthetic fibers, and it can be machine washed in cold water and air-dried without heat. However, the brand does note that larger sizes may need to be washed in a commercial-size machine, as they are often too cumbersome for standard home washers.
Price at time of publish: $113 for 5 x 7 feet rug
Price at time of publish: $8 for 2 x 3 feet rug
The Junho Rug comes in a variety of sizes, ranging from 3 x 5 feet to 9 x 11 feet, and the best part is that they can be machine washed—the brand recommends using a cold, gentle cycle with a mild detergent and air drying to reduce shrinkage.
Price at time of publish: $310 for 5 x 7 feet rug
There’s fringe on either end of the rug, which is made from a cotton-acrylic blend, and the floor cover is actually reversible, giving you two colorways for the price of one! The rug can also be machine washed for easy maintenance, but you will want to air dry it to prevent shrinking.
Price at time of publish: $40 for 2 x 4 feet rug
Despite its larger size, this rug can still be cleaned in a standard-size washing machine. The brand recommends washing the rug in cold water on a delicate cycle, and you can either tumble dry on low or air dry for quick and easy cleaning.
Price at time of publish: $121 for 5 x 7 feet rug
Price at time of publish: $15 for 3’ 11" x 5’ 11" rug
Reversible
Machine washable rugs are often on the thinner side, meaning they don’t hold up as long. Look for reversible rugs (or at least ones that can be laid on either side, even if they aren’t marketed as reversible) that can be turned over regularly or as seasons change to spread out the wear and tear. This will ensure that your washable rug lasts as long as possible.
Colors
Washable rugs come in every color of the rainbow. But if you are planning to use your washable rug in a high traffic area that will require frequent washing, consider either a pale neutral toned rug or a patterned rug with a distressed design that won’t highlight extra fading or wear. Brightly colored rugs are harder to maintain but you can help them along by washing in cold water and air drying them whenever possible.
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This article was written by Camryn Rabideau, a freelance writer and expert on all things home. She lives in a multi-pet household and, as such, greatly appreciates rugs that are easy to clean. She has firsthand experience buying washable rugs and has even tested the popular Ruggable.
