9 Best Rugs You Can Throw in the Washing Machine

Ruggable is the most popular machine-washable rug brand on the market, and it's easy to understand why—we especially love the brand's unbeatable variety and easy-to-use features.

For starters, there are tons of options to choose from on Ruggable's website: You can shop by size, shape, color scheme, texture, and style preferences. Plus, you can choose between two pile heights and two rug pad thicknesses, depending on what you're looking for. The featured rug is one of the brand's best-sellers, but we also love Ruggable's top-tested bath mats, door mats, and outdoor rugs, so you can decorate your entire home—inside and out.

The rugs are simple to launder: They come as two-piece sets, including a non-slip rug pad and a lightweight top layer that attaches with a Velcro-like grip. When it's time to clean your rug, just peel the top layer off and put it in your washing machine. Because it's a separate layer, it's thinner than a standard rug, and the majority of the available sizes fit nicely into a standard-size machine.

You can even tumble dry it on low heat, unlike most other washable rugs. When it's time to connect the two layers, you may want an extra pair of hands for help because aligning them correctly can be tricky based on our experience.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: Testers who have Ruggable rugs in their homes said they look great after years of being walked on, spilled on, and washed. One tester shared, "I have the flat-woven standard design, which works great for a hallway where there is a lot of foot traffic. It's easy to clean when it gets stained from dirt or doggie accidents—it hasn't changed color or texture at all."

In our Textiles Lab evaluations, the rugs did not shrink or show changes in appearance after multiple wash cycles either, although the rug edges may curl up a bit after washing.

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You don't need to spend a fortune to upgrade your space, thanks to Soalmost's collection of washable rugs like this one, which costs under $50 for a 5' x 7' size. Like many machine-washable styles—especially affordable ones—this rug is on the thinner side with a pile height of just .24 inches. Because it's so thin, it's that much easier to put in the washing machine when it gets dirty.

The rug doesn't come with a pad, but it does have a gripped backing to keep it secure on your floor. Plus, the brand says the pile is stain-resistant, so spills and surface-level messes should be a breeze to clean.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: This rug is loved by Amazon reviewers who said it's soft and cozy underfoot, even without plush pile. Users reported it works well in a variety of spaces—from a cozy living room to a messy laundry room to under the dining room table, where accidents are sure to happen.

One reviewer commented, "It stays in place, has been really easy to clean, and added a lot of brightness to a normally dark [room]." A pet owner shared that after she laid the rug down, her dog urinated on it right away, but it proved to be no problem. "The amazing part is, it was just a puddle sitting there on top of the fabric. It did not absorb into the rug. Very easy to clean up with paper towels," shared the reviewer.

Users also agreed that the rug may have some creases upon opening, but they flatten out quickly for a smooth look.

While most washable rugs are made of synthetic materials, Revival's latest collection of washable rugs are made of natural wool fibers, and they're hand-tufted. The rugs have a plusher look and feel than other washable rugs with an impressive 3/4-inch-thick pile, and the yarn only becomes fuller and fluffier with each wash. They're available in earthy tones like taupe, moss, and poppy, and simple geometric patterns are woven into each rug for an elevated look.

You're able to choose from Revival's standard rug sizes starting at 3' x 5' but you also have the opportunity to create a custom rug for your space up to 12' x 16'. Whichever size you choose, we and the brand highly recommend purchasing one of Revival's separate rug pads for extra cushion and a non-slip backing.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: While the rugs are dryer safe, it's important to note that when we laundered the rug in the Textiles Lab, it took a couple of standard cycles for our 5' x 7' rug to fully dry, and there was significant fiber shed. Revival says that this is common of its wool rugs, but you'll want to be sure to check your dryer's lint trap after laundering to remove the fiber buildup.

One tester shared, "I like the thicker pile—I was surprised that a washable rug could be this thick." And while the wool pile is a bit itchier than synthetic options, our tester noted that the pros outweigh the cons. She said the neutral color, geometric design, and full appearance "bring some warmth" to her space.

We're also fans of the brand's other washable rugs including its recycled polyester styles. A GH analyst who owns one of these polyester washable rugs shared that the rug has the same soft feel as "a fuzzy blanket."

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HGTV star Joanna Gaines's brand Magnolia Home partnered with Loloi to create a collection of the coziest, comfiest washable rugs we've found. There are a variety of designs to choose from, but all of them have a weathered, lived-in style that's sure to look at home in many living rooms or bedrooms. We particularly like this style for a living room area, thanks to its plush design that feels great under feet and not the slightest bit itchy or scratchy, according to testers.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: Upon removing the rug from its packaging, we noticed that the sides were curling under, and there was some rippling along the edges, so it didn't lie completely flat on the floor, but it started to settle in with time.

We were pleasantly surprised by how velvety soft and cozy it felt, and we gave it the highest ratings for softness out of any of the rugs we evaluated. One tester shared, "It's similar to a soft and squishy foam bath mat. I love how plush the material feels under my feet."

We were impressed by the rug's performance during our washability tests. It looked brand new after pulling it from the dryer, and there was no notable shrinkage. There is no gripped or non-slip backing, which means you'll need to purchase a separate rug pad, but we found it to stay securely in place when we added a gripped pad underneath.

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This pick from Boutique Rugs comes in five different runner sizes (more options than any other rug we evaluated!), ranging from 2'7" x 8' to 2'7" x 20", so it's sure to span even the longest hallways. The flatter pile is better for high-traffic areas like a hallway or kitchen, and it's made of a soft polyester chenille—a synthetic fiber that should be able to withstand regular use and a lot of footsteps.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: When we assessed the rug in the Textiles Lab, we noted that the material felt soft yet sturdy and were impressed by the quality of the binding at the edges. However, the rug didn't lie completely flat upon opening with some curling at the edges. The rug is machine washable but can't be machine dried. When we tested it, we found that it hang-dried nicely overnight.

According to a representative of the brand, the washable rug doesn't require a separate rug pad, but we found that it was more secure with the addition of one and would recommend using a rug pad for a hall runner rug such as this. Boutique Rugs carries a variety of sizes and options if you'd like to add a pad for some stability.

Tumble is a newer washable rug brand that recently expanded its collection of rug styles and sizes. The rug comes folded in a flat, compact box, so it's easy to carry inside and to your desired location for setup. The unique rug pad is split into large puzzle pieces, and they easily lock into place to create one large, comfortable surface. The rug upper has pocketed corners that slide right over the pad, so you don't have to worry about perfectly aligning the two layers like with other popular washable rugs.

On the thinner side, the rug has a pile height of just 0.13 inches, but that makes the rug easier to clean. According to the brand, the rug is covered in a stain-resistant treatment that causes water and other liquid messes to bead up on the surface.

The machine washable rug can also be tumble dried on low heat, making the entire cleaning process much more time-efficient. The biggest complaint according to online reviewers is that the colors of the rug aren't exactly the same as they appear online, with several buyers sharing that the rug is beautiful, but the color-match is off.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: We were impressed by how convenient the puzzle-piece rug pad truly was and thought it was easy to "snap" together. The pocketed upper corners slid nicely right onto the pad and created a pretty seamless look, and they were just as easy to undo when an accident happened.

One online reviewer whose pet had an accident on the rug shared, "It just puddled up!! All I had to do was wipe it up with a paper towel... It did not soak through to the back of the rug or rubber pad underneath at all."

Handwoven from recycled materials, this rug from Rugs.com is able to be used either indoors or outdoors. You can place it under a dining room table to combat spills and messes or put it on your patio to extend the cozy feel of your home outside. The flat rug is braided, so there's no fluffy pile, which makes cleaning the surface so simple, and the brand says it's stain-resistant. One tester placed this rug directly inside her entryway for feet wiping and found it to fit right under the door, thanks to the lower pile height.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: When it comes to the construction, we did find some of the clear filament yarns that hold the rug together to be frayed, especially around the bottom edges of the rug. However the rug stayed intact during our wash tests without any additional fraying or notable fiber shed.

During our Textiles Lab evaluations, we were impressed by the sturdy yet comfortable feel of the rug and noted that it felt softer after being laundered. Plus, the bold contrasting black and white design showed no signs of bleeding in the wash, and the rug maintained its shape without rippling at the edges or shrinking.

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West Elm Kids offers a variety of washable rugs to elevate your nursery or playroom with whimsical designs like this darling floral pattern or a classic road mat to encourage play. It has a short profile with a total height of just 0.3 inches, which makes it easier to clean and easier to fold and fit into your washing machine.

This particular style is only available in two sizes (3' x 5' and 5' x 8') which can be limiting, but some of the brand's other washable options come in additional sizes. The rug has a gel-foam backing for comfort, but it's still recommended to purchase a separate pad to prevent slippage and secure the rug in place.

WHAT WE FOUND IN OUR TESTS: The polyester yarns feel soft and plush and have more of a traditional look than many of the other washable rugs we've evaluated. A tester who placed this rug in her children's room said it's "seriously soft" and that it elevated the look of her kids' room. She added of the floral design, "It's a very pretty rug! The pops of pink in it are fun."

Along with being soft and adorable, the quality backing allowed for a slight sinking-in feeling when we stood on it in our evaluations, and it didn't budge at all when we placed it on tile and carpet.