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Yes, You Need a Washable Rug—Here Are 7 Reasons Why

July 11, 2019
Linear Aztec Black Rug

It always happens like this: You devoted a huge chunk of your day or week (even months) searching for the best rug for your living room, kitchen or bedroom. You finally found the right size, color and pattern—and it was finally on sale after two years! You placed it neatly on your floor and revolved all your decorations around it. And then—splat!—your cute little two-year-old decided it looked nicer with orange juice on it. While you love your son’s creativity, all you could think about was, “Great, now I’d have to throw this rug away and repeat the process all over again!”

Well, not anymore.

Lucky for you, there is now a thing called Ruggable—or rugs you can wash in your washing machine. Some people might call them nice-to-haves, but for most of us, they’re lifesavers! If you’re still debating whether you need them or not, here are just a few reasons they’re good investments for your home. 

1. You have kids…

Kid Eating and Spilling on Rug
Hudson Stripe Black Rug

We’ve heard people say they’ve long given up on buying rugs for their homes after they’ve had kids. Others just create no-kids-allowed zones in their houses. We at Ruggable believe you don’t need to sacrifice style for practicality. That’s why we made our rugs waterproof, stain-resistant, and of course, machine-washable—ideal for high-traffic homes where inevitable spills, stains, accidents and messes happen. 

To wash, simply peel the Rug Cover off from the Rug Pad and put it in the wash. All our rugs fit comfortably in a standard washer and dryer—yes, even our 8×10 rugs!

2. …and/or pets.

Spills, accidents, muddy paws—pets are notorious for leaving their marks everywhere. While this is normal, this shouldn’t stop you from having rugs around your home. That’s the beauty of having a pet-friendly rug. Plus, our Rug Covers have a waterproof barrier that prevents liquid from seeping through, protecting your floors. 

Not only do rugs elevate your room’s aesthetic, they also protect your pets and kids from slipping and sliding while playing. Our rugs come with a nonslip Rug Pad, which is made of the same latex-free material used in yoga mats. It’s also waterproof, so you can spot-clean it with your non-bleach household cleaner or soap and water as needed. 

3. You are sensitive to allergens.

Dog on Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug
Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug

Let’s face it: carpets and high-pile rugs are hotbeds for allergens. They collect dust, dust mites, pet dander, pollen, microscopic insect parts and who knows what else. Some people are more tolerant to these environmental irritants, but if you’re allergic or sensitive to these substances, you’re probably better off with a low-pile rug that you can also wash as often as needed.

4. You have high-traffic areas that easily get dirty. 

Whether it’s the entryway, mudroom or kitchen that leads out to the patio or backyard, we all have those spaces that get the most foot traffic. But just because spaces easily get dirty, it doesn’t mean you can’t decorate them anymore. What you’ll need is something that’s more resilient to muddy paws and shoes. Of course, you can always ask people to remove their shoes before coming in—but just in case they don’t, at least you have a backup plan.

5. You want a light and bright room motif—and you need a light-colored rug to go with it.

Man reading on Kella Off White Rug
Kella Off White Rug

Modern farmhouse, California coastal chic, Modern Mediterranean—some of today’s hottest home decor trends feature the all-white-and-bright motif. Unfortunately, a lighter-colored rug, like white, cream, ivory or beige rugs, are much harder to maintain and keep clean—but not if you have a Ruggable. 

So go ahead, get that bright-colored rug you’ve always wanted. And, if you change your mind after a few months, change it again! Our Rug Covers are interchangeable so you can swap them out as often as you like. 

6. You don’t have time (or a huge budget) for professional rug-cleaning services.

As vacuuming your rug isn’t enough to remove pollutants and allergens, most experts recommend getting your rugs or carpets professionally cleaned at least once a year. According to Fixr.com, most companies charge $2 to $5 per square foot, which means a standard 8′ x 10′ rug would cost $160 to $400 to clean. That’s up to $4,000 in 10 years. And this is if you can stand not washing your rug for an entire year!

Renting the rug cleaner from stores would be cheaper, costing you about $30 to $60 a day. Still, wouldn’t it be nice if you could just stick your rug into your washer and dryer and call it a day?

7. You care about the environment—and so do we.

Aside from the additional savings you get from not having to buy rugs frequently, having a washable rug that you can use and re-use for a long time is just better for the environment. Those stained rugs we all throw away take up a lot of space in the landfill, and they don’t biodegrade easily.

At Ruggable, we create our non-slip Rug Pads using 95% recycled fiber and thermoplastic resin (TPR), which creates little to no waste during manufacturing. Additionally, we use non-toxic glue to bond the layers of our Rug Covers, making our rugs safer to use around pets and kids.

We love our Ruggable, and we think you’ll love it too! But don’t take it from us—click here to read what other people say about rugs!

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37 Comments


barbara morrow
September 27, 2019 at 7:23 pm
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So, I’ve purchased three and love them, and I may purchase a 4th. A friend asked about the padding for support in the kitchen where this a lot of standing. Wondering if one day you might consider the OPTION of a thicker pad for such places. Just a suggestion.



    RUGGABLE
    September 27, 2019 at 7:29 pm
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    Hi Barbara Morrow!
    Wow, thank you for your support if our washable rugs:) Yes, we have considered thicker padding, however, we are not in development for that at this time. We will keep you posted!

Ann Krahn
September 27, 2019 at 7:23 pm
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I bought two 8×10 ruggable rugs. I intended to interchange them but changed my mind. I now need to purchase another rug pad. How?



    RUGGABLE
    September 27, 2019 at 7:29 pm
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    Hey Ann! Yes, you can definitely purchase a rug pad separately by following the link here: https://myruggable.com/rugpad

    Please feel free to reach out to customer service at customerserice@ruggable.com for any questions. We’re here to help 🙂

Debby
September 27, 2019 at 7:24 pm
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I was wondering what the best way to store your extra covers is. I have a new 8×10 rug cover coming to brighten my room up for summer. Should I fold or roll the original cover? I want it to look fresh when I take it back out come fall/winter..



    RUGGABLE
    September 27, 2019 at 7:30 pm
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    Hi Debbie! We love that you already have your next Ruggable lined up and ready to refresh the look of your space this summer. The best practice for storing rug covers would be to fold them loosely to avoid hard creases.

Alice Mietz
September 27, 2019 at 7:24 pm
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Love my new ruggable. If just a small spot gets on the rug, instead of machine washing, can I just dab it up with some water?



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 6:47 pm
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    Hi Alice. Absolutely! Our rugs can be spot cleaned by placing a cloth or towel over the spill to soak up the liquid, then wiping the surface with warm soapy water.

Ellen cole
September 27, 2019 at 7:25 pm
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I’m ready to order a couple of rugs. Being able to wash one in a regular washing is perfect for me



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 6:50 pm
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    Hi, Ellen. We’re ready when you are! 🙂 We think you’ll enjoy the interchangeability aspect of our rug system. This feature comes in handy for those seasonal changes.

Cindy Stephens
September 27, 2019 at 7:25 pm
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We are moving to a home in Florida in Oct we want to do our home in your rugs and runners . We will be needing 6 large rugs and 2 large runners . See sales now are there more coming up ? We will be in NY till then so cannot get rugs yet , does it take long to get them ? Thank you for your help cannot wait to have these in our new home with our two big labs



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 6:55 pm
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    Hi, Cindy! We’re so excited to be part of your big move. Please sign up by email at Ruggable.com and be the first to know about upcoming sales. Also, feel free to reach out to our support team to get up-to-date information on lead times.

Kathleen
September 27, 2019 at 7:25 pm
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No 2 1/2 X 4??



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 6:59 pm
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    Hi, Kathleen. Though we don’t have smaller sizes in the works, we hope to in the future. -It’s definitely something we know our customers would love!

    Cecile Le Roux
    December 29, 2019 at 3:00 pm
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    I just stumbled upon your ad and your seemingly wonderful products. But I live in Spain! Do you deliver to Europe yet?

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      RUGGABLE
      January 29, 2020 at 7:45 pm

      Thanks for your interest, Cecile! We currently do not ship to Europe, but we may be able to in the near future.

Teri
September 27, 2019 at 7:26 pm
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Are your rugs considered indoor/outdoor ?



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    Gracee Tolentino
    June 15, 2020 at 7:06 pm
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    Hi Teri, we’re happy to announce that we now have rugs specifically for outdoor use. Check it out here: https://ruggable.com/pages/outdoor-rugs.

Deb Theeler!
September 27, 2019 at 7:26 pm
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I love your rugs and I have 4 big dogs!!!
I’m saving my money now!



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 7:19 pm
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    Thanks for reaching out, Deb. We’re thrilled to hear that you love our rugs! -Sign up by email at Ruggable.com and be the first to know about upcoming sales.

Dawn Bishop
September 27, 2019 at 7:27 pm
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Got my new rug in today. I already love this rug. With two dogs, this will be so much easier to clean and control allergen exposure!



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 7:05 pm
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    Hi, Dawn! We’re so happy to hear that you are enjoying your Ruggable. -We hear you, a washable rug makes it easy to have a rug in a home with pups.

Sharon E Walthew
September 27, 2019 at 7:27 pm
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There is an important eighth reason: Safety. These rugs are secure; they do not slip; and they can go where other rugs cannot, like a bathroom. That was my introduction to Ruggable. I had seen them advertised on Facebook, and when I slipped on a miniscule amount of water in my bathroom and bashed my head on a corner, I ordered three as soon as I got out of the hospital. I now have them in the kitchen and by the front door. I love the selection, and can hardly wait to buy more to rotate some looks.



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    RUGGABLE
    October 4, 2019 at 7:17 pm
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    Thank you for sharing, Sharon. You make a good point! Our rugs are made to grip. -We’re happy to hear that you are doing well after such a fall. If you need anything at all, we’re always here at support@ruggable.com.

    Patrice
    June 28, 2020 at 4:31 pm
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    I have two little pups that get so excited sometimes that they pee. Nothing has worked to clean the smell out of my previous rugs, no matter how many “guaranteed” products that I’ve tried, I’ve had to throw every rug away. Please explain how your rugs are different and if 100% of the stain and smell is eliminated. Thank you!

Sandy
October 28, 2019 at 8:57 pm
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Hi, can i use ruggable on carpet?



    Mary Cane
    January 4, 2020 at 7:39 pm
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    I’m interested in this question too
    Can I do without the pad in the areas I plan to put ruggable over existing carpet?

Sarah Horsley
January 22, 2020 at 7:46 pm
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Can you put Ruggable rugs and the pad that comes with them on porcelain floors ? Will it eventually show the Mark’s where the grout is?



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    RUGGABLE
    January 29, 2020 at 7:13 pm
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    Hi, Sarah! We’ve heard good reviews from customers who have chosen to use their Ruggable on porcelain flooring. However, we always recommend double-checking with your flooring manufacturer to be extra cautious.

Elsa Basile
January 27, 2020 at 4:58 am
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I’m really interested in getting a ruggable rug for a high traffic area! It’s going on a weird colored tile floor though, and I’m wondering if the rugs I like will look good with it. Do you offer swatches?



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    RUGGABLE
    January 29, 2020 at 8:17 pm
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    Thanks for reaching out, Elsa! Please email our care team at support@ruggable.com for samples and a member from our team would be happy to help.

    Pat Helsel
    October 30, 2020 at 1:17 am
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    Can I use your rugs on carpet? And if so, is the pad required?

Maria
April 13, 2020 at 5:51 pm
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Hey There! I plan to buy a ruggable for an entryway exterior door; this door is not the main traffic door but it still is a conduit for rainboots, snow boots, muddy shoes, etc.

Can ruggable be used for as soon as you enter a house, or are they recommended as decorative rugs?



Dana Glenn
August 16, 2020 at 8:18 pm
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I am in Ontario, Canada. Has there been any delays in orders to Canada in your experience?

Thank you! 🙂



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    RUGGABLE
    August 21, 2020 at 11:17 pm
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    Hi, Dana! In an effort to maintain production and personnel safety, typical shipping times have been extended. You can expect to receive your order between 2-4 weeks.

    We thank you for your patience and understanding. 🙂

Jan
November 2, 2020 at 1:24 pm
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I would like to put this rug in the 4-season porch. Will this work for a heated floor?



Lucero
November 6, 2020 at 8:10 pm
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Can I dry the rug in the dryer machine?



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