Cotton Runner Rugs

Why A Cotton Runner Rug?

These cotton rug runners are soft, colorful, and oh-so-luxurious. And with hundreds of options, there's something for any home.

When an interior decorator uses cotton rug runners, they're adding insulating, texture, and depth to whatever space they're working with. Runners are most popular in the kitchen, hallway, bathroom, bedroom, entryway, stairs, and living room aisles.

Below, we've included a few ideas to help you get a better idea of how you might use a cotton runner rug in your home. Take a look to get some inspiration for your next project:

• You can use cotton bathroom runner rugs to provide a soft and elegant surface to curl your toes into after a bath or shower. These beauties are available in any style, so you'll likely find several choices that match your bathroom decor.
• When you're using striped cotton runner rugs, you can choose the direction of the stripes to influence how the area appears. Lines that run lengthwise will make the area seem longer, and those that run across the width of the rug will make the space feel wider.
• When you use cotton rug runners for stairs, you're adding a cushioned surface that protects one of the most frequented areas in the home. The cotton adds valuable insulation and makes the stairs feel fabulous underfoot.

A Closer Look At Cotton Rug Runners

If you want all the luxury of cotton rug runners without the maintenance, opt for washable runner rugs. When these runners are dirty, you can shake them out and wash them on a gentle cold cycle to remove soil and grime. Always remember to check the cleaning instructions beforehand to make sure it's washer safe.

Remember to hang your cotton rugs to dry completely before you put them back on the rug pad?excess moisture can lead to mildew and mold.

Is A Cotton Rug Runner Right For Me?

Cotton runners are incredibly versatile with the ability to take any color and be used in any style of rug making. Which means that you can always find one to go with your home's decor.

Below, we've included some questions to ask yourself so you can find the perfect rug for your home:

• What size of runner do I need? Hint: You want to keep at least 12 inches of open floor between the rug edges and your walls.
• What thickness should I look for? Hint: Thicker runners provide more cushioning, but they don't stand up as well against heavy traffic.
• What color should I look for? Hint: You can use a color picker tool to find the perfect fit for your space's existing palette.
• What style should I buy? Hint: If you don't know your home's style, browse interior decorating pictures to find ones that match.

Choosing The Perfect Cotton Rug Runner

Enter your preferences for size, thickness, color, and style into the filters to narrow the hundreds of results into a more manageable number. Then compare your favorites to find the perfect rug for your space and remember to buy a pad, so your new purchase doesn't slide!

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