Best Overall
Ruggable Kamran Rug
- This washable rug is easy to care for with soft woven fibers and a comfortable feel that make it great for a bedroom.
This washable rug is easy to care for with soft woven fibers and a comfortable feel that make it great for a bedroom.
- At ⅛ inch thick (plus the additional rug pad), it’s hard to open and close some doors over the rug.
At ⅛ inch thick (plus the additional rug pad), it’s hard to open and close some doors over the rug.
The muted Kamran Rug from Ruggable comes in soothing colors like coral, ivory opal, and royal blue, making it the perfect addition to a relaxing bedroom set-up. Ruggable is best known for its two-piece cover and pad system: the pad stays put, and the removable cover can be thrown into the washing machine.
It’s low-pile with a polyurethane water-resistant coating that is meant to prevent damage and reduce stains. The rug pad worked well to keep the rug in place (although it does not have non-skid backing), and the rug itself was dense while remaining soft and comfortable. Consistently woven fibers made it look and feel high-end.
The rug stood up to vigorous brushing—after being clawed and scratched at, no fibers came up. As for staining, red wine was about 95% removed, leaving only a small pink stain that was hard to spot without looking closely. The coffee grounds and dirt were completely removed with a vacuum.
After washing, the rug remained completely flat, with no edges or corners sticking up. It was washed in a cold cycle per instructions, and while it was a bit hard to get into the washing machine, the results were impressive and left the rug looking brand new.
Note that the rug does have some visible stitching at the corners, and at 1/8th of an inch thick (plus the rug pad), it might be difficult to open and close doors over the rug despite it being considered a low pile rug.
Product Details: Dimensions: 3 ’x 5’ | Material: 100% Polyester, Polyurethane Coating | Pile: Low | Washable: Yes | Colors Available: 10
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Best Budget
Ashler Home Faux Sheepskin Rug
- With a low price tag and a number of color and size options available, this high-pile faux fur rug is much more luxe than we expected.
With a low price tag and a number of color and size options available, this high-pile faux fur rug is much more luxe than we expected.
- Trickier stains like chocolate were harder to remove.
Trickier stains like chocolate were harder to remove.
Finding the best option online can prove to be a challenge since you can’t touch or feel it, and the pictures can often be misleading—however, we found the Ashler Faux Fur Rug to be better in person. We found that it was fluffier and silkier than the photos would have you believe.
When removed from the packaging, the rug laid perfectly flat with all of the edges firmly on the ground—a feat at its budget price, especially considering the 2.8-inch pile. The texture was consistently soft and wispy throughout the rug and there were no visible loose threads or shedding.
The faux suede backing helps keep the rug in place without skidding or needing a rug pad (which wouldn’t be possible anyway with its unusual shape). It can be vacuumed, spot cleaned, or even put in the washing machine on a gentle cycle.
Clawing at the rug with a pet brush didn’t damage it, which was surprising considering it’s faux fur. When cleaning, the vacuum worked better on the lower setting and the rug needed to be held down with one foot, most of the coffee grounds came out and none of the fur got stuck, either.
Around 80% of the chocolate stain came out of the rug, but the stain remover needed to be rubbed in twice. We likely would have gotten out more with a quick wash cycle. The rug comes in a variety of colors and sizes, the largest being 6’ x 9’.
Product Details: Dimensions: 2’ x 3’ | Material: Faux Fur, Faux Suede Backing| Pile: High | Washable: Yes | Colors Available: 17
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Best Splurge
Revival Dawn Ombre Rug
- This gorgeous handmade wool rug has an ombre effect and is the best choice for those looking to spend a little more on high-quality materials.
This gorgeous handmade wool rug has an ombre effect and is the best choice for those looking to spend a little more on high-quality materials.
- It was difficult to remove stains from the wool.
It was difficult to remove stains from the wool.
The beautiful Revival Dawn Ombre Wool Rug is handmade to look like a sunrise with a color palette of rose quartz, dusty rose, and taupe. One of the first things we noted is that the colors and overall appearance were almost identical to the way the rug looked in pictures on the site.
Because it’s a 100% wool rug, it’s not necessarily soft to the touch, but it’s not scratchy either. It also has a stiff, high-density feel and a medium pile. The wool itself is a combination of Sardinian sheep’s wool, known for being sturdy and waterproof and Indian sheep’s wool for softness. It’s hand-loomed onto a 100% cotton foundation.
We concluded that the rug would likely hold up well in high-traffic areas. The scratch test did remove a ball of fibers, but once vacuumed, the rug looked good as new. We also didn’t notice those vacuum lines that are a hallmark of many newly-cleaned rugs.
Coffee grounds were vacuumed completely away in a few swipes and didn’t go deep into the carpet. Removing stains from the wool was less successful, however; the chocolate sauce was only about 65% removed after we applied the cleaning solution and thoroughly blotted, so a moderate mark was left behind.
All in all, this is a well-made, beautiful rug that adds some color to a bedroom without being too vibrant—and, besides the remainder of a stain, it performed excellently during all tests.
Product Details: Dimensions: 4’ x 6’ | Material: 100% Wool, 100% Cotton Foundation | Pile: Medium | Washable: No | Colors Available: 1
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Best Durable
Tumble Tabor Washable Rug
- The included cushioned pad is extremely effective at keeping the rug in place and is very easy to put together.
The included cushioned pad is extremely effective at keeping the rug in place and is very easy to put together.
- It only comes in one color/design.
It only comes in one color/design.
The Tumble Tabor Washable Rug is a low pile rug that comes with a cushioned pad and a topper that’s easy to throw in the washing machine on a cold cycle. It’s made with OEKO-TEX certified materials, and is treated with a waterproof coating that makes water and other liquids bead up to the surface in order to easily be wiped away.
We were especially appreciative of the rug’s unique pad—it comes in three pieces that fit together like foam puzzle pieces, and it can also be washed with soap and water. Once connected, each corner of the rug is inserted into the pad via a piece of fabric to help it lay flat. It was easy to put together and didn’t move with vigorous twisting.
The texture of the rug itself is soft while remaining low pile, laying flat and smooth. The pad also adds a nice bit of cushion. Brushing the rug with the pet hair brush caused no damage: it didn’t snag or catch, and nothing was removed.
Plus, the waterproof coating worked flawlessly—both the wine and the coffee did indeed bead on top of the rug and could be removed with a paper towel, leaving only a bit of dampness behind. We experienced the same results when paired with a cleaning solution.
It also washes well in the machine and would likely be a great bedroom rug for people with pets or kids who are looking for something durable. It also vacuumed up potting soil very easily. The rug itself has a light, faded pattern, with an ash gray and color that would go nicely with lots of different styles. That said, it’s the only option.
Product Details: Dimensions: 3’ x 5’ | Material: 100% Polyester Chenille, Waterproof Coating, Polyester Knit Backing | Pile: Low | Washable: Yes | Colors Available: 1
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Best Shag
Ruggable Shag Rug
- This fluffy, high-density shag rug is soft and buttery, unlike many other shag or faux fur options which can have an unpleasant slick texture.
This fluffy, high-density shag rug is soft and buttery, unlike many other shag or faux fur options which can have an unpleasant slick texture.
- It lost some softness and flatness after a trip in the washing machine.
It lost some softness and flatness after a trip in the washing machine.
The Ruggable Shag Rug has all of the benefits of the brand’s washable rugs in a cool shag design. It has a fluffy, high pile, loose density, faux fur finish that produces a soft, plush feel under the feet. We felt that the rug felt “buttery” without that silky, slick texture some other shag and faux fur rugs have.
The rug pad managed to secure the rug very well to the floor without slipping during regular (and even aggressive) use—it didn’t move when we pushed on it with a hand or lept on it, which meant that vacuuming was a breeze, too.
After clawing the rug with the pet brush, we noticed some small changes—a slight frizz that wasn’t noticeable from far away, and the loss of a few fibers. When vacuuming out coffee grounds, no visible debris was left behind, but some of the rug’s fibers ended up in the dust bin. Still, there was no visible change in the rug after vacuuming.
After putting this shag rug in the washing machine, it did lose some of its softness, but still kept a consistent texture and flexible shag fibers. While some loose soil was stuck in the fibers after the wash, they were easily removed by hand.
And most importantly, no visible wine or coffee stains remained (and we tested the white rug!). The edges of the rug did begin to stick up a bit after the wash, but we felt the shag fibers easily hid this small flaw.
Product Details: Dimensions: 3’ x 5’ | Material: 100% Polyester, Polyurethane Coating | Pile: High | Washable: Yes | Colors Available: 4
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Best Wool
Rugs USA Dotted Diamond Trellis Nursery Area Rug
- A hand-tufted rug that’s best for high-traffic areas, it’s incredibly dense and holds up well to vacuuming.
A hand-tufted rug that’s best for high-traffic areas, it’s incredibly dense and holds up well to vacuuming.
- This pet brush created visible damage to the fibers and stains took five passes to remove.
This pet brush created visible damage to the fibers and stains took five passes to remove.
The Rugs USA Dotted Diamond Trellis Nursery Area Rug is a hand-tufted, 100% wool rug with a simple diamond pattern that comes in a few neutral and colorful options, ranging from ivory to rich navy. It’s an incredibly dense rug with a low pile and looped wool fibers.
Because it’s so dense, it did quite well when vacuumed, leaving no vacuum lines or footprints visible on the surface—it would likely be one of the best options for high-traffic rooms or young kids’ rooms and nurseries.
We were surprised that no coffee grounds got stuck or caught in the looped wool fibers. However, the pet brush quickly damaged the fibers, leaving visible signs of wear after a few passes. The stains were eventually removed completely, however, the rug needed five passes with the cleaning solution, which put some wear on the fibers.
The rug is not incredibly soft, but it’s well-made. However, potential shoppers should note it doesn’t come with a rug pad—you can purchase one separately for under $50 on the site.
Product Details: Dimensions: 4’ x 6’ | Material: 100% Wool | Pile: Low | Washable: No | Colors Available: 7
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Best High Pile
AllModern Walker Checkered Shag Rug
- This high pile rug is incredibly soft and comfortable to walk on.
This high pile rug is incredibly soft and comfortable to walk on.
- It’s supposed to be stain-resistant but the chocolate stain left a visible mark behind.
It’s supposed to be stain-resistant but the chocolate stain left a visible mark behind.
The AllModern Walker Checkered Shag Area Rug is a rare combination of high pile and high density, and is made of OEKO-TEX certified material. Its checkered design is both retro and currently on trend, with colors ranging from light gray to burnt orange, all set on a cream background.
The rug itself easily laid on the floor with no curling at the edges. You should note there’s no skid-proof backing on this rug, so it moves around. If that’s not ideal, you can purchase a rug pad separately. While the pet brush didn’t remove any fibers, it did create a visible difference in texture and color.
Vacuuming was easy enough, but did need a few passes to completely clean the debris, and some stray grounds still popped up when we brushed it with our hands. The chocolate stain was mostly removed after four passes with cleaner, but it did leave some visible markings, despite the brand noting its stain-resistant properties.
The best part about this rug is how soft it feels underneath the feet. And while the very high-pile does make it a bit more challenging to clean, it’s well worth it if you’re looking for an affordable rug with a softer feel.
Product Details: Dimensions: Runner 2'2" x 7' | Material: Polypropylene | Pile: High | Washable: No | Colors Available: 7
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BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / HENRY WORTOCK
Best Black and White
World Market Iman Washable Area Rug
- This rug from World Market is both soft and incredibly stain-resistant: it got out wine and coffee with just a dry paper towel.
This rug from World Market is both soft and incredibly stain-resistant: it got out wine and coffee with just a dry paper towel.
- After one wash, the edges did ripple, so it may take some effort to flatten them again.
After one wash, the edges did ripple, so it may take some effort to flatten them again.
The World Market Iman Black and Ivory Persian Style Washable Area Rug is so soft we thought it was almost cloud-like. However, it’s a thin rug with a medium pile that doesn’t provide any cushion, so keep that in mind depending on your preferences. It also doesn’t have a non-slip backing.
When tested with the pet brush, no fibers came up, but the rug did start to look disheveled and the pattern became less distinct. Because it’s washable, there are multiple ways to clean it: spills can be blotted with a clean dry cloth, it can be vacuumed on low, or machine-washed on cold.
The vacuum picked up soil well, and wine and coffee didn’t soak into the pile and were easily picked up with a dry paper towel. The rug almost seemed to repel the stains, which is surprising given how soft it felt to the touch. After the washing machine we noticed a mild rippling on the edges that flattened out when massaged or pressed.
All in all, we love this rug for its stain-resistance and its softness; it could be a great pick for, say, a kid’s room or a nursery, where spills are more likely to happen.
Product Details: Dimensions: 3’ x 5’ | Material: Polyester | Pile: Low | Washable: Yes | Colors Available: 1
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Best Floral
Rifle Paper Co. Provence Joliette Power-Loomed Rug
- This vintage looking rug has a gorgeous floral pattern with a raised texture, and is durable enough to handle vacuums, foot traffic, and vigorous brushing without disturbance.
This vintage looking rug has a gorgeous floral pattern with a raised texture, and is durable enough to handle vacuums, foot traffic, and vigorous brushing without disturbance.
- This rug, even with a non-slip backing, still manages to move around on the floor a bit.
This rug, even with a non-slip backing, still manages to move around on the floor a bit.
The power-loomed Rifle Paper Co. Provence Joliette Rug is a vintage-looking option with a navy background and faded flowers in light blues, oranges, and pinks. In the photos on the site, there is a fringe on the edges, but the version we tested came without.
This rug also has “carved details” which means that some spots are more raised than others, giving it an inconsistent texture throughout. It’s a soft rug with a low pile that feels thin and is nice to walk on.
When brushed with the pet brush, the rug remained fairly undisturbed. Coffee grounds came out of the rug easily with the vacuum, and no fibers appeared in the dust bin, either. A DIY cleaner removed about 80% of the stains during testing, but because of the color and the pattern, remaining residue was hard to notice.
The biggest consideration is that the rug is fairly slippery—even with a pad, it tends to move around. While that might not be a dealbreaker if placed underneath a bed, it might not be the ideal rug for a high-traffic areas. If your style is more vintage or French country, this is a great rug for the bedroom.
Product Details: Dimensions: 2'6" × 4' | Material: Polyester, Polypropylene, Cotton Backing | Pile: Low | Washable: No | Colors Available: 1
- BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / HENRY WORTOCK
BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / HENRY WORTOCK