A Guide to Easy Care Rugs

Choose one of the easy care rugs from Pottery Barn for a floor covering that requires minimal maintenance. There are a wide variety of rugs in this category to suit every size room and style preference. You'll even find indoor/outdoor rugs that can be placed on the porch or patio.

What Are Easy Care Rugs?

The term easy care refers to a rug that can be easily cleaned and maintained. These rugs are durable and stain-resistant, with very little shedding. There are so many rug types from which to choose, making it easy to find the right one for any area of your home.

If you like solid color rugs, check out the Solid Shag rug, which is not only easy care but eco-friendly as well. It's crafted from recycled polyester sourced from plastic bottles; as many as 1588 bottles can be used to craft a single rug. The 1-inch pile looks and feels like wool, except there's less vacuuming required because the fibers don't shed. The backing is made from cotton and synthetic latex, so it won't aggravate latex allergies.

Another option is a patterned rug, such as the Burnel style. It's also crafted from recycled plastic bottles, so it's an environmentally responsible choice for your home. The delicate blue and white diamond pattern coordinates with many types of furniture from traditional to modern. Another patterned option is the Shilah rug, which is made from 100 percent nylon and has a gently distressed look for on-trend style.

Handwoven rugs are another type of easy care floor covering to consider. The Garnet printed rug has the elegant look of a Persian rug and comes in multiple colors and sizes. What sets this rug apart is that it's handwoven from a 50/50 blend of polyester and PET derived from plastic water bottles. The material is colorfast for enduring vibrancy.

Indoor/outdoor rugs are also easy to care for. There's the Michelle chevron indoor/outdoor rug, which has an eye-catching pattern that enhances your patio or sunroom. Although it looks like it's made from natural fibers, this rug is handwoven from polypropylene. This material is resistant to stains, mold and mildew. The color won't fade, even after extended sun exposure.

Reasons to Use a Rug Pad

Shop the selection of easy care rugs at Pottery Barn to find plenty of stylish options. It's wise to use a rug pad underneath any type of rug to prevent slippage. Rug pads not only extend the life of your accent rug but also protect your original flooring. There are multiple types of rug pads from which to choose, including a premium plush rug pad that adds a layer of thickness to your indoor rug.