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We stepped on, stained, washed, and vacuumed them for up to six months.
Aside from being highly durable, it’s also exceptionally comfortable and performed impressively across the board.
The polyester, low-pile rug has a soft and smooth texture that feels very pleasant underfoot.
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The quality has not diminished, and were seriously impressed with how good it looks.
Its a great rug for most households, but especially mess-prone areas.
Washable rugs tend to be a lot thinner than your average area rug.
We love that the Tumble Tabor Rug comes with a built-in rug pad so it won’t slip under your feet.PHOTO: The Spruce
As a result, I highly recommend using a rug pad underneath.
We also like how effective the non-skid backing is, which prevents the rug from moving around.
However, we think this rug may be a little too bulky for some at-home washing machines.
It made our machine at home unbalanced when we attempted to wash it.
Additionally, when we washed this rug in the lab, the border seams started to lift slightly.
“After more than a year of use, there’s (practically!)
no evidence of all the craft projects [my daughter] regularly does on it.
Dena Ogden, associate editor
To be clear, the stain-resistance and easy spot-cleaning are where this rug shines.
Since it’s not particularly dense, so vacuums don’t pass cleanly over it.
Hand vacuuming crumbs is doable as needed, though.
Still, you’re free to get lots of life out of this rug in a low-traffic room.
Its strengths lie in its soft and comfortable texture, colorful design, and stain resistance.
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It even held its own in a household with hyperactive pets over six months.
While this rug is thin, it has a quality hand feel compared to other designs we tested.
Weve spot-treated andvacuumed the rug, and the short and dense pile makes it easy to clean.
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it’s possible for you to scrub the fibers without worrying about changing the texture.
Plus, the color hides the appearance of stains nicely.
), with no discoloration or fading.
The Ruggable Kamran Rug comes with a rug pad that you peel away before you wash it, which we love.PHOTO: The Spruce
After washing the rug, though, all stains were completely gone.
We even had a hard time discerning that the rug had been washed.
It looked brand new.
The corners weren’t curled, and the pile hadn’t changed texture at all.
Liquids seemed to pool on this rug’s surface and easily blotted up with towels.
It also has a surprising grip, despite not having a non-slip backing.
We’d liken this rug to the softness of a bathmat, without the loose density.
We washed this rug in the lab on a cold, gentle cycle and line-dried it.
It may be best to dry this rug flat, if possible.
If you’re looking for extra protection against stains, a stain-resistant pick is the way to go.
While vacuuming andcleaning the rughelped remove the loose debris, the discoloration and dingy-looking hue remained.
However, we never had an issue with surface stains.
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Red wine came out with a wash cycle, despite seeping into the long fibers.
Additionally, this rug was a standout for its comfort.
It was one of the softest washable options we tested.
Though it doesn’t come with a rug pad, the World Market Iman Washable Area Rug barely shifted underfoot.PHOTO: The Spruce
This rug did not shed while we tested it, which is a feat for the category.
The fibers of this rug are soft like theRuggable Shag Rug.
The colors are still bright, too!
They hold onto hair and dust, making the rug appear dirtier than it is.
The backing didn’t crack at or lose its grip with regular washing, which is another great quality.
Plus, it means you don’t have to fuss with a rug pad in addition to the rug.
Final Verdict
Our overallbestwashable rug is theTumble Tabor Washable Rug & Cushioned Rug Pad.
Our most recent test specifically included 28 washable rug designs.
The most popular area rug sizes are 3 x 5 feet and 5 x 7 feet.
But there are many more variations you might consider.
Washable rugs can get as small as 2 x 3 feet or as large as 9 x 12 feet.
Don’t forget about sizing for your washing machine, too.
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Machine-washable rugs are generally relatively thin and small enough to fit in a standard machine.
This is because polyester is manufactured with durability in mind, offering increased fiber strength and stain resistance.
Additionally, most of the rugs on this list should only be dried on low heat or air dry.
The Ruggable Shag Rug is one of the softest rugs we’ve tested, especially for sitting on for long periods of time.PHOTO: The Spruce
In my experience, it’s typically easier (and faster!)
to line dry a washable rug.
Its easy to vacuum and can hold its own in high-traffic areasand your washing machine.
For tough stains, check out this stain remover, which was the most effective option we tested.
Extend the life of your washable rug with this rug pad, which was the top option we tested.
Skip the rug pad in place of these stick-on grips, which we tested and love.
Why Trust The Spruce?
Heather Adams, senior editor at The Spruce, is a big fan of washable rugs.
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The included rug pad in the Uphome Pom Pom Round Floral Rug ensured it stayed in place—it only moved a bit when vacuuming it.PHOTO: The Spruce
