What are the Best Washable Rugs?

The ‘best’ washable rug is dependent on your household needs. If you need a more durable rug, you’ll want to select materials like cotton and nylon, as these rugs can withstand frequent washing while maintaining both their shape and colour. You’ll also need to consider where your washable rug will sit, with kitchen rugs more prone to regular spillages or splashes, meaning you’ll want to invest in a material that can be frequently washed. Alternatively, a washable rug in an entryway or living room is likely to be washed less frequently, but subjected to dirt and other debris on a regular basis, meaning you want to consider something like a flat-weave rug, which is lightweight and easy to clean.

How to Wash Machine Washable Rugs?

To wash a machine washable rug, you should first read the care instructions, as some rugs shouldn’t be washed and subjected to particular temperatures, detergents and drying methods. Before you begin, you should always make sure to shake any loose dirt and debris off the rug, before pre-treating stains. Once your rug has been machine washed, you should make sure to dry it thoroughly before you return it to its sitting position. This will ensure your rug remains free of mould and damp.

Are Bathroom Rugs Machine Washable?

While many bathroom rugs are machine washable, you should always read the care instructions before placing your rug into the machine. If your rug is machine washable, it’s important to wash it regularly every few weeks, as the high-humidity in a bathroom could make it prone to growing mould or promoting dampness in your home. Some popular machine washable rugs you can purchase for your bathroom include cotton bathroom rugs or microfibre rugs, which are often easy to machine wash and dry and retain their shape with ease. Just make sure to shake any debris off before placing your unit into the washing machine, as this could damage the machine or fail to clean the rug thoroughly.

What Kind of Rugs Are Machine Washable?

Several kinds of rugs are machine washable, with cotton rugs the most popular choice for washable rugs. This is because these rugs are not only durable, absorbent and lightweight, but can be regularly washed in a machine, or easily spot cleaned. They are also suitable in nearly every room due to their versatility in appearance, whether you want a black rug or a patterned washable rug.

How to Clean Rugs That Are Not Washable?

Rugs that cannot be machine cleaned should be regularly shaken out, in addition to vacuumed on a regular basis to avoid the build-up of debris. You should also make sure to spot clean any spillages immediately, as this will prevent liquids or other stains from soaking into the material. You may also consider steam cleaning or having your rug professionally cleaned, especially if it’s made of a more delicate material.

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