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washable throw rugs

happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 15:11:58 GMT

I have throw rugs in front of my doors. We have two sets of french doors, the ones in living room get a lot of traffic. I have 3 dogs that usually like to go out and come in thru those.

I cannot find rugs that last. I get washable ones, usually from Kohls, or Penneys. Do any of you know of a brand that will last thru multiple washings? I'm tired of having to replace everytime I turn around. They either look like they are growing fuzz on top, or they get fray, or both.

TIA

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CelticCrafter — Tue, 22 May 2018 15:16:06 GMT

All I can tell you is never buy them from Walmart...they are never true and squared up, so it looks like they are crooked on the floor. All of them are the same way. I have OCD when it comes to crooked - so it nearly drove me insane!

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Gr8tfulsoul — Tue, 22 May 2018 15:50:46 GMT

I order mine from Hook & Loom rug company online. They are american made here in the USA! They offer different kinds, but I have to wash mine as well, so I get the eco-friendly cotton woven . I have many of different sizes and they have washed and held up very well!

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 16:30:27 GMT

Has anyone tried Ruggable? I see QVC carries that brand. The Ruggable website offers quite a few different styles.

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 16:31:34 GMT

Thanks @Gr8tfulsoul, going to check those out.

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deeva — Tue, 22 May 2018 16:54:40 GMT

I’ve had good luck with throw rugs from Costco.

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FastDogWalker2 — Tue, 22 May 2018 17:02:45 GMT

We don't use washable throw rugs at our entrances and in traffic areas in our kitchen but we do use waterhog rugs that we purchase from LL Bean or Amazon. They are durable, vacuum well and can be hosed off outside if they get soiled. Our floors are dark hardwood and we have the dark brown ones. They are great! HTH. By the way, the initial investment may be more than throw rugs but they last forever!

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 17:24:32 GMT

@FastDogWalker2, I have some of those waterhog rugs and I do love them. I have them outside the doors on my deck and front porch. I do like them a lot and yes, they do last forever.

I guess I was just wanting a different kind of look in my living room, I'm not a great decorator, and because of that I wanted a kind of pretty rug.

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Mominohio — Tue, 22 May 2018 18:09:58 GMT

I'm having the same experience with throw rugs that you are.

I insist on 'rubber' backed, so they don't slide, and I want them to be washable. Everything I buy (most of it USA made) from Penney's and Kohl's has to be handled very delicately these days. Cold water wash, line dry, or the backs are coming off and the binding unstitching.

I used to get mad about it, and just have turned my thinking around to try to see a benefit. I now can change the color/style look of those rugs more often, since they don't last as long.

Pitiful, but it reduces the stress of it!

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 18:15:59 GMT

@Mominohio, you do have a point! I just wish Kohls wasn't 45 minutes away, lol.

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Fressa — Tue, 22 May 2018 18:35:32 GMT

I have 2 GSD's and swear by BBB microfiber rugs. I have a r"runway" of these rugs in front of my patio door to catch the first layer of mud, etc. from their paws before I get their towels. They are all washable and wear well. Mine have lasted for years and years. I've had a variety of brands and really have not had any one that was a disappointment. Recently, I replaced the runner size because they were so old the padding was falling off the back of the rug. I purchased some style that was oversized and had a popcorn stitch to it. The tag reads HOME ---Dynamix. I have a brand called "THIRSTY" in the shower off the family room. It really soaks up water. It looks more like a shag rug It works well but I'm not a fan of the style. I've had other brands that were a flat plush style and they were great. I also found that the color choice helps hid some of the dirt from their paws so I try to stick with the greys or deeper shades of brown.

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FastDogWalker2 — Tue, 22 May 2018 19:22:39 GMT

Happy cat- just noticed your nic- do your kitties love the water hogs as much as mine? 😉

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 19:27:19 GMT

@FastDogWalker2 wrote:
Happy cat- just noticed your nic- do your kitties love the water hogs as much as mine? 😉

@FastDogWalker2, they do, lol. But even though the kitties like to claw them, the rugs somehow don't show it.

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 19:32:39 GMT

@Fressa, what is GSD, please? Its probably easy and obvious, but I don't know what it is. Thanks.

Good idea about looking at BBB.

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happycat — Tue, 22 May 2018 19:33:34 GMT

@deeva, we don't have a Costco in my state, unfortunately.

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Regal Bee — Tue, 22 May 2018 19:45:16 GMT

I use a lot of the plush shag washable rugs from Target. I only use cold water and never more than 25 minutes in the dryer....this time dries completely.

Mine have been washed many times and look new. I have a dog and a cat and believe me, they get a workout.

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RedTop — Tue, 22 May 2018 20:22:54 GMT

My suggestion is to stop looking for actual throw rugs, and go to a carpet store to make your own.

Find a carpet remnant you like and ask the store to cut it to the size you want, and bind the edges. It will last much longer, handle repeated vacuuming and even frequent cleaning with a carpet cleaner.

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GingerPeach — Tue, 22 May 2018 23:00:41 GMT

@happycat wrote:
@Fressa, what is GSD, please? Its probably easy and obvious, but I don't know what it is. Thanks.
Good idea about looking at BBB.

@happycat

I'm not Fressa, but a GSD is a German Shepherd Dog.

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LilLadyNJ — Tue, 22 May 2018 23:28:19 GMT

I would recommend checking out Ballard Designs. They have some indoor/outdoor rugs that are great. I have one in my kitchen that can be easily hosed off. The only thing though is that they are thin and definitely need a rug pad to keep them from sliding.

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Fressa — Wed, 23 May 2018 15:28:09 GMT

German Shepherd dogs---Hope you find rugs to help with all those paws.