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Our editors have filled our homes with nontoxic and sustainable furniture for a decade. These are our favorite washable rugs for a range of budgets.
Picture this: Someone spills juice on the living room rug and you don’t have to panic, running for the towels and the stain remover in seconds flat. Instead, you can just pop it in the wash. 🌟
The washable rug market has plenty of options these days, which we love for both their practicality and their sustainability specs. Many are unfussy, made of natural materials like pure cotton, and give your home a vibe that’s as laid-back as it is chic. And since they’re washable, you’ll get years and years of use out of them — and sometimes a whole lifetime.
For homes that are stylish but not precious, check out some of our favorite brands making cute, sustainable, washable rugs below.
Why is a nontoxic rug important?
When you go to a big box store, the rugs are typically made of synthetic fabrics, and sometimes with flame retardants, glues, or harsh dyes. Or they’re made of materials that can’t always be machine-washed, like wool or jute. Washable rugs often get you the best of both worlds — natural fabrics with no sketchy materials added.
What materials should you look for in a washable rug?
When rug shopping, we prioritize natural materials like organic cotton and wool for their low environmental impact. Next come more eco-friendly synthetics made of recycled fibers or bamboo. Not only will these materials get you a highly durable rug — they’re also often machine-washable. We also look for transparent specs about where a rug was made and by whom, and prioritize supporting small businesses and artisans whenever possible.
Our criteria:
Our team has tested the following list in our own homes, researched the product materials, and scoured thousands of customer reviews to finalize our list of the best nontoxic rugs for a healthy and sustainable home. We update this list regularly with emerging favorites that meet the below criteria:
- SUSTAINABLE/NONTOXIC | All of the brands on this list refrain from using hazardous chemicals in their production processes, and use natural and sustainable materials like organic cotton and wool for safety and softness wherever possible.
- DURABLE | Since these options are all made with natural and high-quality materials, your rug will last for many years to come — without degrading as you wash it.
- WIDE RANGE OF STYLES & SIZES | Whether you’re looking for a runner, playmat, or an area rug, we’ve got you covered in all those areas and more!
Some of our other favorite home accessories to create an unfussy, mess-proof space include mattress protectors and this washable Home Reserve sectional.
1. Ruggable
Best For | Variety
Sustainable materials | Recycled polyester
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $479
For a super-durable rug designed to last a lifetime, check out Ruggable’s washable rugs. Founder Jeneva Bell set out to design a family-friendly rug you could throw in the washing machine when it got dirty — and she did exactly that, creating a line of two-piece rugs, including rug pads and interchangeable, design-forward rugs. Ruggable collaborates with designers like Iris Apfel and Jonathan Adler and creates plenty of styles ranging from the classic Kamran Hazel rug with a timeless farmhouse vibe, or the Salerno Soft Black Re-Jute rug with a simple design and a jute-like material made with durable recycled polyester. Some rugs come with the option of either a flatwoven or tufted cover, and most have several different size and color options for total customization.
Customer Review | “I have two toddlers who have fallen off the couch and not been hurt, who have spilled solids and liquids and has cleaned up SO EASILY!! Look fantastic in my house, and have gotten so many compliments on it. 10/10.” – Ashlie (Read more reviews.)
2. Lorena Canals
Best For | Chic and considered designs
Sustainable materials | Non-toxic dyes, wool, cotton
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $549
Lorena Canals is the designer behind her namesake rug brand, committed to hand-making rugs of natural materials that can be washed in the washing machine since 1998. Sustainability has always been the name of their game, and today, their lineup includes rugs made of cotton, wool, or a combination of the two — but all are machine washable. Their designs lean playful and minimalistically chic, and all their fibers are dyed in non-toxic dyes before being handspun into rugs at their artisan workshop in India. They have a fantastic lineup of kids’ rugs, too, with designs that are interactive, like this Path of Nature play rug, or quirky, like this washable chicken rug. And Lorena Canals has a new RugCycled line that turns their production scraps into new rugs, so the brand is well on its way to being zero waste.
Editor Review | “Lorena Canals’ commitment to sustainability and quality intrigued me, prompting me to try out one of their Woolable rugs. The rug, from a collaboration with designer Donna Wilson, surpassed my expectations in both luxury and style, seamlessly fitting into my home’s decor. Comparing it to other washable rug brands like Ruggable, Lorena Canals stood out for its superior quality and ethical production practices. While I learned the importance of proper laundry equipment sizing the hard way, I was super impressed by Lorena Canals’ eco-friendly and chic rug collection.” – Emily McGowan (Read the full review.)
3. Hook & Loom
Best For | Undyed rugs
Sustainable materials | Wool, upcycled cotton, organic cotton
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $195
Hook & Loom is the only rug company currently making rugs of eco cotton, made from true recycled cotton fabrics spun down into yarns and then re-woven into super sustainable rugs. And the rugs in their flagship eco cotton line start at less than $200, making them the most affordable on this list. All the brand’s flat woven cotton rugs are machine washable. They also make a line of 100% handwoven wool rugs that are reversible, thick-woven on one side and flatweave on the other, along with a line of rugs made of virgin organic cotton. The brand is committed to making 100% undyed rugs, since even vegetable dyes require chemicals and detergents. All their colored cotton rugs are made with those upcycled fibers, and their wool and organic cotton rugs are undyed and come in a range of natural colors.
Customer Review | “I received one of these rugs about 4 years ago as an add-on to another purchase. Since then, it has followed me to two homes and has been washed multiple times. The color is strong, and it is holding up beautifully, even with my dog, who likes to scratch at it. :)” – T. (Read more reviews.)
4. West Elm
Best For | Turkish rugs
Sustainable materials | Recycled polyester, wool
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $399
We love West Elm for its huge selection of home goods and prioritization of sustainably made items, including washable rugs. Their washable rugs have a wide range of price points, too — from their more affordable Dotted Paths washable rug made of 100% GRS certified recycled polyester to the more luxury Into the Blue washable wool rug, handcrafted in India of 100% real wool with a cotton canvas backing. Others, like the Evadne Medallion washable rug, are made in Turkey, combining Turkish rug design with the durability and convenience of washable fabric. West Elm even carries some Lorena Canals rug designs, too.
5. Revival Rugs
Best For | Artistic designs
Sustainable materials | Recycled polyester, wool, recycled denim
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $299
Revival Rugs might be known for their highly curated selection of secondhand, vintage rugs, made between 30 and 100 years ago and meticulously restored to look as good as — or sometimes better than — new. But if you’re in the market for a washable rug, Revival does that, too. Their washable rugs are fantastic at balancing tasteful design with fair prices, and they’re all handmade by the brand’s artisan partners in Morocco, Turkey, and India. Some, like the Helen, are made of washable wool sourced from New Zealand and hand-knotted into a minimalistic floral pattern. Others, like the Bloom or the Willow, are made of a 100% recycled polyester woven into a textured pattern. And others still, like the Topstich, are made of repurposed denim that make the rug as durable as it is sustainable. Revival’s rug designs tend to incorporate contrasting textures, for creating space with visual interest and artwork that isn’t just on your walls.
Customer Review | “I love my rug so much. I usually wouldn’t buy a rug this lightly colored but I now know they wash so well – it’s risk free! It’s so soft and cushy.” – Karen M. (Read more reviews.)
6. Willaby
Best For | Rugs made in the U.S.
Sustainable materials | GOTS cotton
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $570
Based in Athens, Georgia, Willaby was started ten years ago by a mother who wanted 100% organic cotton baby blankets. Now, along with bedding and other linens, the brand also makes washable rugs from that same GOTS certified organic cotton gauze. Their rugs come in nine different colors (one of which is this adorable multi-stripe pattern), all of which are dyed with non-toxic dyes, and each color comes in eight different standard sizes — although the brand does custom sizing, too. All of their fabric is milled and sewn in Portugal, and the rugs are then handwoven at a family-run workshop in Ohio for a super low carbon footprint from beginning to end — and an ethical process you can feel good about. The rugs are about ⅜ of an inch thick and are machine washable and dryer friendly.
7. Ettitude
Best For | Bamboo-based rugs
Sustainable materials | bamboo-based fibers
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $569
Known for its bamboo-based sheets, towels, and blankets, ettitude is launching a brand new line of rugs made from the same eco-friendly bamboo-based fabric. Their “CleanBamboo” fibers are made with an innovative process that replaces toxic processing chemicals used in creating fabrics like viscose with a food-grade organic solvent, instead. The wool-like fibers are then hand-loomed in Peru for low-impact production all around. The rugs come in both solid and two-toned colorways that elevate any space. And along with being sustainably and ethically made, the rugs are durable and washable.
8. Nestig
Best For | Playful kids’ rugs
Sustainable materials | 100% organic cotton, non-toxic dyes
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $649
Nestig specializes in nursery furniture and decor of all kinds — and if there’s anywhere it’s most convenient to have a machine-washable rug, it’s in the nursery. Their collection of washable kids’ rugs includes tons of adorable area rugs in all different shapes and themes, including airplanes, dinosaurs, and even a collab with Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar. They also make washable playmats with designs on them (like treasure maps!), and simpler washable area rugs that’ll last you for years to come, like the sunrise rug. Each one is handmade in Brazil of 100% organic cotton with non-toxic dyes. They made a line of non-washable organic cotton rugs, too.
Customer Review | “Absolutely love this rug. The color is perfect and it is very soft. Already had a small spill and was able to get it out easily. Wish it was this easy to find a great washable rug for other rooms in the house! 10/10 would recommend.” – Anonymous (Read more reviews.)
9. Fable Home
Best For | Transparent sustainability specs
Sustainable materials | Wool, cotton
Prices for a ~6Ă—9 starting at | $609
A small business and B Corp committed to manufacturing home goods sustainably and thoughtfully, Fable Home makes just two rugs — that still deserve a place on this list for the brand’s fantastic transparency about their sustainable manufacturing processes. Their wool rugs are made from 88% New Zealand wool and 12% cotton, are hand woven at a 100% solar-powered facility in Northern India, and are completely machine washable. The rug comes in two different colors and three different sizes, and with or without a mat.
Customer Review | “We love this rug so much. The colours are beautiful, it’s soft and made of natural materials, from an incredible BCorp company. Couldn’t ask for more!” – Ana O. (Read more reviews.)
Featured image is from Lorena Canals
Natalie Gale is a Boston-based freelance journalist. Since 2022, she has been reviewing the top sustainable home, wellness, fashion, and beauty products, sharing her honest opinion on the best finds. When she’s not writing about art, food, or sustainability, you can find her biking to the farmers’ market, baking, sewing, or planning her next Halloween costume. Say hi on Instagram!
