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Including washable options and shag rugs that will transform your sleeping space.
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The besttype of rugdepends on the taste and needs of whoever uses the room.
For more on how we tested rugs, seeour testing processbelow.
Its a low-pile rug with a water-resistant, polyurethane coating that is meant to prevent damage and reduce stains.
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Consistently woven fibers give it a high-end look and feel.
This rug is easy to clean, too.
Trickier stains like chocolate were harder to remove.
The rug pad under the Ruggable Kamran offered cushioning while remaining thin enough to fit under a door.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
We found that it was fluffier and silkier than the photos would have you believe.
The texture was consistently soft and wispy throughout the rug and there were no visible loose threads or shedding.
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 didnt damage it, which was surprising considering its faux fur.
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 6x9 feet.
That, coupled with its affordable price, is basically a steal in our books.
We highly recommend it and anticipate it lasting a long time, especially since it doesnt experience much traffic.
Its ideal if youre looking to add a soft touchjust what bedrooms call for.
It was difficult to remove stains from the wool.
It also has a stiff, high-density feel and a medium pile.
Its hand-loomed onto a 100% cotton foundation.
We concluded that the rug would likely hold up well in high-traffic areas.
We also didnt notice those vacuum lines that are a hallmark of many newly cleaned rugs.
Coffee grounds were vacuumed completely away in a few swipes and didnt go deep into the carpet.
We would consider moving it into the bedroom, especially because its a plush, thicker-pile piece and cozy.
It only comes in one color.
It was easy to put together and didnt move with vigorous twisting.
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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 snagging or damage.
We found the Ashler Home Ultra Soft Faux Sheepskin Rug silkier and fluffier in person than the online photos led us to believe.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
We experienced the same results when paired with a cleaning solution.
After a couple sprays and tossing it in the wash, it came out good as new.
It also vacuumed up potting soil very easily.
The rug itself has a light, faded pattern that would go nicely with lots of different styles.
That said, its the only option.
It lost some softness and flatness after a trip in the washing machine.
The Ruggable Shag Rug has all of the benefits of the brands washable rugs in a cool shag design.
Still, there was no visible change in the rug after vacuuming.
While some loose soil was stuck in the fibers after the wash, they were easily removed by hand.
Over time, however, its vibrancy has faded.
Its currently placed in a foyer and experiences some form of foot traffic every day.
Its softness after washing hasnt changed at all.
Some stains took five passes to remove.
Its an incredibly dense rug with a low pile and looped wool fibers.
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 rug is not incredibly soft, but its well made.
In a bedroom where foot traffic is low, we can see this shrug thriving.
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Its supposed to be stain resistant, but the chocolate stain left a visible mark behind.
The rug itself easily laid on the floor with no curling at the edges.
You should note theres no skid-proof backing on this rug, so it moves around.
The colors and texture of the Revival Dawn Ombre Wool Rug were almost identical in person to how they looked online.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Henry Wortock
If thats not ideal, you canpurchase a rug padseparately.
While the pet brush didnt remove any fibers, it did create a visible difference in texture and color.
And some stray coffee grounds still popped up when we brushed it with our hands.
The best part about this rug is how soft it feels underneath the feet.
After one wash, the edges did ripple, so it may take some effort to flatten them again.
The World Market Iman area rug is so soft we thought it was almost cloud-like.
It also doesnt have a non-slip backing.
Otherwise, after six months and counting, its still holding up beautifully.
It remains comfortable underfoot and adds a much-needed layer of insulation to a cold, tiled floor.
We enjoyed it so much that we’re considering buying more for other areas.
It 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.
Its a soft rug with a low pile that feels thin and is nice to walk on.
When brushed with the pet brush for a durability check, the rug remained fairly undisturbed.
It continues to feel thick and cushiony, too.
The biggest consideration is that the rug is fairly slipperyeven with a pad, it tends to move around.
If your style is more vintage orFrench country, this is a great rug for the bedroom.
However, there was significant visible wear on the rug after the pet brush test.
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We recommend a rug pad or going with a size large enough to anchor under your bed frame.
For washable rugs, the preliminary test began with observations around thickness, density, and pile.
While those were drying, we vacuumed the bottom left corner of the rug and recorded the results.
The Tumble Tabor Washable Rug’s waterproof coating worked incredibly well at preventing liquid from seeping into the fibers.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
Then we put a teaspoon of potting soil onto the rug.
Ahandheld vacuumwas used to suction up the potting soil.
For area rugs that could not be put in a washer, the preliminary tests were identical.
Instead of potting soil, however, we used one tablespoon of coffee grounds for the vacuum test.
We then revisited each of the selected rugs six months later to see if they continued to hold up.
To figure out what size works best for you, youll have to measure the size of your bedroom.
Higher pile rugs (like shag rugs) have visibly longer fibers, but arent very dense.
However, theyre really soft, so they can be great for a bedroom.
Most washable rugs are low pile.
Material
Most of the rugs on our list aremade of woolor synthetic materials.
These materials tend to have a lot of texture which are perfect for making a space cozy and inviting.
Wool is also a great option.
According toAmerican Wool, wool is tear- and abrasion-resistant, and can bend up to 20,000 times without breaking.
However, its not as soft as synthetic fibers.
I prefer to go bigger because a smaller rug always makes the room feel smaller, Alvarez says.
Are polypropylene rugs safe to use at home?
Its typically seen in the waterproof coating in washable or stain-resistant rugs.
Rest assured, it has been deemed safe by the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Where should you put a rug in the bedroom?
For this article, she also spoke withAshley Darryl, founder and owner of a namesake interior design firm.
We also interviewedJulieta Alvarez, founder of Julieta Alvarez Interiors.
The Ruggable Shag Rug feels buttery and soft, without that overly slick texture you often find with faux fur.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
What Is BHG Recommends?
In these cases, we use the same testing criteria we use to test the purchased products.
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The Rugs USA Dotted Diamond Trellis Nursery Area Rug is dense and low-pile, showing no visible wear and tear over time.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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The AllModern Walker Checkered Shag Area Rug feels incredibly soft underfoot.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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Due to the stain-resistance and soft material, we think it would make a nice choice for a kids' room.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Dera Burreson
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The low-pile design of the Rifle Paper Co. Provence Joliette rug is ideal for high-traffic areas like the kitchen.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Henry Wortock
