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Be wary of washable rugs. They are often paper thin and cheaply made. Generally, most people don’t own a washing machine big enough to even fit their washable area rug. Depending on what size you want, actually washing your washable rug may not be feasible. Answer from Stunning-Librarian90 on reddit.com

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable rugs..Are there any good ones out there?!

August 3, 2024 -

I’ve newly discovered the world of washable rugs only to not find any with good recommendations? I’m not looking for anything fancy, just something that can be thrown in the washing machine and won’t get sucked up by my vacuum. I’d be getting a 5x7 or even 5x6 if I can find it. I’ve seen Ruggable and Tumble Rugs but seem to only be seeing the bad reviews. I see that Amazon has some but again, more bad reviews than good. So I’m hopeful that Reddit can help me narrow down at least where I should buy one.

I have the largest ruggable and I run it through the washer every 4 months. It’s fine, but a pain to set back in place.

I have a Tumble rug. It will get sucked up by a vacuum though unless you have a low suction sweeper. Mine is flat with a print, not plush. But that said I really like it and it’s easy to pop in the washer and lay back out because the back doesn’t stick to the rug pad. It’s held on by pockets at the corners. We picked a Tumble over Ruggable because of the ease of putting it down on the rug pad.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable rugs - thoughts?

November 11, 2024 -

I’ve scoured Reddit posts about ruggable, tumble, amazon, and revival rugs but there are so many mixed reviews!

Wondering if anyone with washable rugs could help me out, as I am considering replacing a couple of non-washable rugs in my apartment.

Can you share:

Which brand / when you purchased
Which specific rug
If it was tufted
What size rug
Which pad (if you had options) you got
Overall thoughts

I really appreciate any input!

Be wary of washable rugs. They are often paper thin and cheaply made. Generally, most people don’t own a washing machine big enough to even fit their washable area rug. Depending on what size you want, actually washing your washable rug may not be feasible.

I had a ruggable rug in the past and I was disappointed. The rug is really permeable so wet mess just soaked right down to the pad. This was a big problem while house training my dog who kept smelling the pee in the rug pad and thinking it was on to pee there. I also found that the rug never really fit super well over the pad the black pad always stuck out a little on one edge. On top of all that the rug was super thin, it was more like a thick bolt of fabric than a rug.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable rug recommendations

November 19, 2024 -

I feel like every few years my area rugs are so matted and look super run down. I've had them professionally cleaned and they still don't look great. I also had an old cat for years who had lots of accidents which didn't help.

I've looked into ruggable but saw mixed results. Anyone super happy with their area rugs that lasts more than 2-3 years? What brand do you have? Ideally looking for something easy to clean or I can put in the washing machine.

My absolute favorite washable area rug solution is Flor tiles . They’re squares of carpet with rubber backing that you put together with large stickers, so they’re not super plush and might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but they can withstand anything! High traffic, dogs and cats, kids, kitchen spills. Over the last decade+, I’ve put them in my entryway, living room, kitchen, office, bedrooms, and garage gym and I’ve never been happier with a floor covering. I have a few Ruggables that I also like (the new higher pile tufted style is much better than the earlier version), but nothing beats Flor tiles for ease of cleaning or replacing. And they’re fully customizable to any size.

I don’t have any recommendations, but I’m here to see if other people do and to say that I agree NOT to get ruggable. I don’t think they are quite as awful as some people make them out to be, but I have a couple of them and they are definitely not worth the pretty steep price tag. Also, keep in mind that even if a rug is marketed as washable, it’s still only machine washable if you can actually fit it into your washing machine, so for anything over a 5x7 it is often a moot point (depending on the size of your setup)…

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Ruggable Vs Tumble Vs Amazon washable rug w pad?

June 9, 2023 -

I have a dog that sheds and am looking for a washable rug option and would like to hear everyone’s thoughts on which option above is best. I’m planning on getting either 8x10 or 9x12 with a cushioned pad. I know that Amazon is the least expensive but if Ruggable/Tumble are worth it, I would make the investment. Any suggestions are appreciated!

For people still on the fence, I HATE MY RUGGABLES. Love the pattern/colors and that’s the only reason I still have it. This is what it does every time I vacuum (yes I adjust the suction setting and this is on the lowest). Also not shown is the curling up on one of the edges. Trying to get this turd to lay flat and wrinkle free takes an act of god.

I have 2 Ruggable rugs. IMO they are way overpriced for what they are, I would not repurchase them again. They have held up ok and are still decent looking, but again overpriced for what they are. I didn’t have the choice at the time as they were the only thing of the sort on the market. I would suggest reading more about the other companies, especially Amazon.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: any thoughts on ruggable or a different washable rug?

January 5, 2023 -

In 5 years we have gone through three area rugs. They get so stained and dirty from pets and kids. We got a carpet cleaner so I thought this one would last, but it's pulling out the fibers. I am really interested in getting a washable rug. Do you know of any that are less expensive than ruggable? If you have a washable rug, do you like it?

Hey, did you end up going with Ruggable or somewhere else? I've been thinking of just getting one of these washable rugs off Amazon.

We just finally got done getting a refund from returning our rugs to Ruggable. They arrived with stains so we sent them back. They wanted to charge us a restocking fee. We said no. Then they would only refund us for one rug. We had to dispute the charge with the credit card company. We were going to just exchange the rugs, but they weren’t good quality in the first place. I’d rather just have normal area rugs.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Are washable rugs a good idea?

November 25, 2025 -

I’ve been looking at getting something like a ruggable. I’m curious to know if anyone has owned one and how well the actually wash up in the washing machine

I hate my ruggable rug. They don’t make it clear that larger ones aren’t really washable. It’s probably fine if you’re doing a small one but I also hate the Velcro padding underneath, so annoying to late it correctly. I use a carpet cleaner to clean it and it’s just ok. I absolutely LOVE my tumble rugs, however. You can spill anything on them and just wipe it right off. For a house with two kids under 5 this is amazing. I’ve cleaned off fruit that’s been smushed into it, wiped up all kinds of liquids, and it’s much easier to lay down than ruggable rugs.

I was really disappointed with mine. The material was so thin, looked wavy and curled on the edges. I only used it for a couple weeks.. now it’s in the garage wrapped up :/ I was so excited about the concept and easy cleaning, but honestly a carpet shampooer is a better option.

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r/BuyCanadian on Reddit: Cozey Washable Rugs

July 10, 2025 -

Anyone have experience with the cozey rugs? Super tempted to order one since I love the washable aspect that may lower the risk of off gazing. Curious if anyone had the good the bad and the ugly to share?

Also, do they ever go on sale? I saw a coupon pop up searching for reviews but don’t have TikTok so can’t see the video description.

My issue is my Dyson will not vacuum it. it is like the Dyson is to powerful and you can't move it back and forth. I have to pull out the filter to give it air just to pick up the tiniest bit

I remember seeing a video of a cleaner saying they hated cleaning houses with washable rugs because the corners always curved up. But obviously there are probably adhesives and such to hold them back down. Just something I saw while scrolling.

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r/laundry on Reddit: Are washable rugs practical?

October 28, 2024 -

I have a large rug in my family room that I am very close to ditching out of disgust between my toddler getting sick all over it and my cat dragging his dingleberry butt across it both within the space of a week. I cleaned it of course with a carpet/upholstery spot cleaner but idk. Both those things are pretty gross. I'd leave the floor bare but it's a large room and the coldest in the house and could use something. I see these washable rugs everywhere that don't require the pads like the brand name ones do, but it seems like it would be difficult to actually wash these in practice especially larger sizes (8x10 or 9x12 ft). I have a large top loader with a removable agitator that can handle large comforters (full/queen) and king size quilts. But I'd be worried about it handling something that would be potentially quite heavy when wet. Anyone have any experience with these rugs and actually washing them?

EDIT: I really appreciate the comments so far - some good recommendations and food for thought. I might end up getting two smaller washable ones (5x7's maybe) plus or minus a wet/dry vac, we'll see!

I have a big, sometimes muddy dog, and therefore love my 8x10 rugable rug! I wash it every couple of weeks, and it makes the whole living room smell so fresh and clean when it comes out of the dryer. No issues fitting it in my top load washer. For me, it was worth the investment (especially if the alternative is to keep buying and throwing away huge rugs?!).

I bought a big washable one off Amazon and I LOVE it. I take it to the laundromat because it’s way too big for my washer at home. I’ve washed it around 10 times in the 9 months we’ve had it and it’s good as new

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: What are some good options for washable rugs these days, needs to hold up to dog, traffic, kids, and fit in washing machine.

September 17, 2025 -

I swore I’d never buy another “cute but doomed” rug after the last one met its end via a juice box ambush. But here we are again. I need something that won’t make me cry when my kid decides applesauce is finger paint or when the dog does, well, dog things.

So, washable rugs, are they worth it? What brands are you actually liking right now? I keep hearing about Ruggable but I feel like there have to be other options out there. It also needs to be able to fit in my washing machine, or I'm hoping, but it's for a smallish area (5 x 7).

We’re a washable rug household now (and never going back), and I can say there are definitely more options than Ruggable. We’ve got a couple of Nourison washables, and they’ve been way better than I expected. Are they thick and plush like a wool rug? Nope. But for high-traffic zones and kid spaces, they’re way more practical. We almost went with Ruggable again because of the whole “removable cover” thing, but I honestly like the simplicity of just chucking the Nourison in the wash as-is. No Velcro wrestling match required.

I have 2 ruggables. They aren't very cushiony, but I like being able to wash the dog hair and smell from my two hairy beasts out of them once in a while. I have a larger one (maybe 8 x 10?) that is split in half, so even the larger ones do fit in the washer.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable Rugs Question

December 17, 2023 -

I’m interested in buying a large area rug and a couple of runners. However, I have 2 dogs and 2 small children. We live in an area where the dirt is easily tracked inside.

The sound of a washable rug is great; but I keep thinking 1) it’s gonna be so thin, what’s the point? 2) my vacuum is going to eat up the rug 3) large area rug probably won’t fit in my washing machine (though I do have a high capacity machine)?

For those of you who have washable rugs, can I please have honest feedback on cleaning them? As I said, I’m worried my vacuum will eat it up making it impossible to get the dirt out. Thanks in advance!

I have 2 washable runners. I think washable rugs are only “okay” for small rugs. I’ve heard nightmares about the big ones including what you mentioned not fitting in washing machines (basically defeating the purpose) and being very difficult to lay down again. My runners fit in my washer just fine and clean well. However they are difficult to vacuum (I end up having to shake them out) and they curl on the edges because they are thin. I would personally start with the runners first before investing in larger rugs

Large washable rugs are spot clean only. I prefer a washable rug with 3 kids. Food stains and juice spills come right off. I’ve got mine from revival.com if you want it to be thicker, you can purchase a thicker under-pad

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: How washable are Ruggable rugs

June 12, 2024 -

Hey,

I would love to get this Ruggable rug (in the Pantone colour of the year, a light peach). I would get the version for a high traffic area but I was wondering how washable these things actually were. I have an infant and the rug would be near the entrance to the backyard. So lots of potential for grime.

I was just wondering about your experiences. Are they actually really readily washable or should I give up on my pipe dream?

EDIT: You guys are amazing! Thank you so much for your thoughts on the rug and recommendations

yes, they really are easily washable. but that comes at the cost of the "rug" itself being a very thin layer on top of the base. it's a more hollow type of feeling than a regular rug.

Stay away. I have an indoor one that I hate and had an outdoor one that I also hated. I hate myself most of all for ever having two.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Anyone purchased a washable rug from Wayfair or Rugs USA?

June 3, 2023 -

I was originally interested in a ruggable but I've seen a lot of reviews that they curl and the velcro pads can hold onto dirt/be hard to clean. I was looking into Tumble rugs until i realized they don't ship to Canada. Wayfair and Rugs USA are another option for machine washable rugs. Does anyone have a rug from either company and how does it hold up? Is curling an issue, and do you have any solutions if so? I don't want a tripping hazard. We're currently renting and the floors are so ugly they're driving me crazy lol. We also have pets and a baby so the idea of tossing it in a machine to wash when it really needs a good clean appeals to me.

I have a rug from rugs USA, not a washable one but love it. Very reasonably priced and quality has held up well (no curling) for the year+ we’ve had it.

I was looking to get one too at one point but every review I've read has been pretty dismal. Sorry, I don't have personal experience with one though. :)

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable large area rugs?

January 15, 2022 -

How does everyone keep their area rugs clean? We have a crawling baby and I feel the floor is the best place for her but with a dog in the house as well, I can’t keep the floors as clean as I prefer (kind of a germaphobe). I’ve heard ruggable is garbage but I like the idea of it. Do you rent a carpet cleaner machine and do it yourself? Hire someone? Is there something out there similar to ruggable that’s better? Doesn’t help that our area rug is like shag carpet so even if I did rent a machine to clean it myself I’m not sure how clean it would get.

For what it’s worth, I have a Ruggable in my sons playroom and I love it. It can be a little tricky to roll out since the pad and the rug are separate pieces but I find the quality of the rug to be great for a playroom.

You can buy a carpet cleaner and they will last for years and do a good job on a low pile wool rug. I have one of the hoover ones, not the cheapest one, but the $269 one and I think I have had it for 5 year +. https://hoover.com/collections/carpet-cleaners I like wool rugs because as a natural fiber has a bit of an oil/smooth texture to it and it sheds dirt better when you vacuum. Usually low pile wool rugs are 90% wool and 10% nylon. They aren't the softest, but they stay amazingly clean even with pets. I usually steam clean them twice a year, using a cleaner that is safe for wool and coolish water. I vacuum weekly and they will shed at first. But overall they last for years. Always use a rug pad, that will extend the life of your rugs. I usually get 15+ years from my wool rugs, by that time you are tired of looking at them and could use a change. This is one of the wool rugs that I have in my living room. It is hand knotted, but even machine knotted ones are fine as well. https://www.solorugs.com/collections/blue/products/simi-handmade-area-rug I have this one under my dining table. It is a machine woven wool one. It looks a lot busier in the pictures, but that is great for hiding a spill until you can get carpet cleaner out. https://www.nourison.com/timeless-tml18-navy Whatever you do, don't buy a rug with canvas backing on it. That is glued on an you can't shampoo that type. For washable rugs I have some of these in the indoor/outdoor PET style. https://annieselke.com/c/rugs Couple points on these, they are not soft to sit on. They are washable, but you need a large machine at the laundry mat. The edges tend to curl, so you have to roll them under for a while and store them then bring them out and they will stay pretty flat. I would not buy the cotton ones, they shrink. Any of the ones with bright white will show dirt, so maybe order the design with a cream or beige. I have a couple of 3 x 5 and runners for my doors/hallways. Also you will need a rug pad for these.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Revival Washable Rugs

December 17, 2023 -

Hi all! Looking for feedback on Revival washable rugs if anyone has to share?! I have two ruggables, and really no complaints (ok fine, the color fading isn’t ideal), but i’m looking for a softer option for my bedroom. Revival caught my attention and their reviews seem great, but I know better than to not ask reddit. Let me know!!

searched the sub and didn’t find much in regards to Revival specifically, sorry if a repeat post!

Boosting this because I'm looking for the same! I hate how the ruggable ones look so cheap/fake, almost like the "printer" that "prints" the rugs out is running out of ink or something...don't know how else to describe it, but I'd like to avoid that look

I've had the Revival Gearhart rug in my living room for about a year now and I absolutely hate it. It always looks messy and it sheds like no rug I've ever seen before. I can fill my large vacuum up 5x in one cleaning session. The quality of the rug is very reminiscent of a cheap shag bath mat. We are going to be doing some renovations soon, otherwise I would have already replaced it. For context, I have rugs from Article, Ruggable, and Safavieh and while they are all not great in their own way, my Revival rug is so much worse. I've heard a lot of good things about RugsUSA on Reddit so I'll probably check them out once I find a style I like.

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Washable Rug Recommendations? : r/BabyBumps

March 31, 2022 - One is the shag style and one is the patterned kind and both still look great. I just got a cute one for baby’s nursery also! Baby hasn’t gotten here yet so will see how it does. ... Try Lorena Canals! They’re all washable and geared towards nurseries/ kids rooms.

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Do washable rugs actually exist? (For pets /toddlers)

November 17, 2024 -

Have huskies and a walking, wild toddler now. Our current rug is heavy, weaved and disgusting. Terrible choice for our indoor/outdoor constant shedding guys esp going into rainy season

I’ve looked into ruggable , claiming they’re washable but I’ve seen a lot of reviews saying they’re so annoying to actually wash that people don’t do it.

Rugs def aren’t cheap. Any suggestions greatly appreciated. Thanks!

No toddlers but 5 cats...We use indoor/outdoor rugs. Most stuff that ends up on them comes up easily after it dries, and if they get too funky I can just take them outside and hose them off. Amazon has some great ones.

We have 8 ruggables (ranging from 2.5x10 to multiple 8x10’s), ruggables and I am very into them. They are washable, but not in our home machine. We take them to the laundromat, for $70 we have perfectly clean and smell/stain free rugs that the workers wash for us (we could save money by washing ourselves but it’s just so easy to drop them off before work and get them after) The newer thick pile ones are key, they are like actual rugs!

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r/HomeDecorating on Reddit: Washable Rugs that you can actually Vacuum

December 2, 2023 -

Currently have Ruggables and my new Miele HX2 will not function on them (the material is too thin, vacuum sucks up the rug and shuts it down).

I'm looking to replace the Ruggable with something that can be vacuumed, and also doesn't suck (velcro pad is a nightmare to deal with).

I've seen RugUSA Cloud rugs that I think *might* work, but wanted to see if anyone have experience prior to me making a purchase!

We have a washable Revival rug that vacuums very well… however, we have yet to wash it yet bc it seems difficult to.

Had no problem using my Miele on Rugmeup's washable rugs, you can also beat the rug on the porch to remove dust

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r/toddlers on Reddit: Talk to me about washable rugs…

December 17, 2024 -

Potty training toddler.

We got a large wool rug for a steal at Home Goods but now after several years, it feels gross. We live in a rural area so it’s not easy to take it somewhere to clean. We wanted a rug in the living room since that’s where our son plays most of the time, and when he was crawling, we wanted something softer than hardwood.

We’ve spot cleaned it but it’s hard to clean.

Now I’m really intrigued by washable rugs (tumble, Ruggable). Has anyone had these? What’s your review?

Or maybe I’ll just get rid of rugs all together. I got rid of the rug in his room because I was tired of picking cheerios out of it and it was so much easier to sweep the hardwood! 😂

Not a fan of our ruggable. Sure it washes but it peels up on the edges and doesnt look as nice as a regular rug. Tbh I'd invest in a carpet cleaner instead 😂

I haven’t had one myself but my MIL got a Ruggable washable rug since she has dogs, and it couldn’t fit in her washing machine. 😅🤦🏽‍♀️ So I’d definitely do some measuring and stuff.