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The 20 Best Nursery Rugs

A lot of thought goes into designing nurseries. After all, there’s the visual, decorative components and then there are the practical aspects like furniture and storage. However, there’s one facet that branches over into being both decorative and practical: the rug. Choosing the right rug for your nursery comes down to what style you want your rug to convey and how it connects to the room’s overarching theme and style. Beyond that, it’s important to consider how durable the rug is and how it can meet all of your practical needs. If you’re not sure where to start your search for the best nursery rugs, don’t worry--we’ve compiled some of our top nursery rugs for you.

Eden Feat. CloudPile (TM) - Mughal Rose (EDE-01) Area Rug by Rifle Paper Co. x Loloi

Classic style meets modern comfort with this gorgeous rug by Rifle Paper Co. x Loloi. No matter which color palette you choose, this rug features cloudpile composition that creates a plush, comfortable texture unlike any other.

Pros:

  • Extremely Soft
  • Durable
  • High Traffic Approved
  • High Quality
  • Vintage Design

Cons

  • Vintage Style Not Fit For Modern Spaces

From a Customer

“SUCH good quality, was happily surprised! SO soft and plush and design is beautiful. Will re purchase from company as well. Shipping was very fast” -Miranda F.

Alliance - Concentric Braided Area Rug by Capel

With its classic color choices and braided design, the Concentric Braided Area Rug by Capel features a design fitting for country or rustic nurseries. The quality of this handmade rug is sure to stand up to all the traffic and usage of a nursery and provide lasting style to the room.

Pros:

  • Hand Braided
  • Comfortable
  • Soft
  • Versatile Design and Color Palettes
  • Made in USA

Cons:

  • Braided Look Not For Everyone

From a Customer

“Love it! Beautiful and soft to the touch. Solid service and honest delivery dates” -Mark S.

Les Fleurs - (LES-04) Area Rug by Rifle Paper Co. x Loloi

The gorgeous, overtly feminine design of the LES-04 rug is perfect for adding bursts of warm color and imagery to your nursery through the classic botanical imagery and whimsical design.

Pros: 

  • Hand Hooked
  • Low Profile
  • Durable
  • High Traffic Approved
  • GoodWeave Certified
  • Bold Style

Cons:

  • Not Subtle in Design

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Langdon - Windsor Area Rug from Erin Gates by Momeni

To add subtle flair to your nursery, this rug by Momeni features a very simple geometric pattern to create visual interest but not detract from any of the other decor or furniture around the room.

Pros:

  • Versatile Design and Color Schemes
  •  High Quality Wool Rug
  • Hand Woven
  • Kid and Pet Friendly
  • Flat Weave

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“Finding a soft pink rug these days wasn’t easy with so many contemporary styles and colors that are popular today. Pink is one of my favorite colors. The design is so beautiful with the off white pom poms. I absolutely love the rug! Rugs Direct was most helpful when placing my order and received the rug promptly. This is my second purchase from Rugs Direct and would recommend them highly!” -Kathy R.

Norwood - 30393 Area Rug by Surya

Continuing on with subtle nursery rugs, this rug from Surya’s Norwood collection uses simple diamonds and texture to create a timeless look fitting for any nursery. The tassels on the ends, the smaller aztec triangles, and the color variations allow this rug to incorporate unexpected design throughout an overall simple pattern.

Pros

  • Versatile Style
  • Made with Wool (High Quality)
  • Kid and Pet Friendly
  • Low Pile

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“This rug is absolutely beautiful. The colors are soft and muted, and would blend well with multiple colors in any room. The quality is unsurpassed. It has a very nice thickness and doesn't shed. It is a little more expensive than other rugs but it is worth it due to its quality. It looks very rich.” -Suz

Montezuma - MTZ-2005 Area Rug by Surya

Boho whimsy is expressed through the simple design and color palette of this rug by Surya. Through the simple splashes of aztec squiggles and lines, this rug adds in elements that can tie your whole room’s style together.

Pros:

  • Flat Woven With No Pile
  • Durable
  • Moisture Resistant
  • Versatile Neutral Color Palette
  • Perfect for Boho and Modern Nurseries

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad
  • Not Great for Traditional Styles

From a Customer

“Beautiful rug! The color is a nice Greige color so it would work well with either a warm or cool colored room, but the rug itself leans towards grey. A rug pad is needed because it's thin and slides around on the hardwood floor. It's so hard buying rugs online but the pictures were pretty accurate. I absolutely love this rug!” - J C.

Kennedy - Mountains Area Rug by Surya

Through the abstract mountain design and use of soothing colors, the Kennedy - Mountains Area Rug creates a look that perfectly fits into adventure themed nurseries. Plus, it’s versatile enough in color and design to be gender neutral and still expressive.

Pros:

  • Modern Design
  • Custom Sizes Available
  • Versatile Color Scheme
  • Kid and Pet Friendly
  • Dynamic Texture

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“I couldn't be happier with my recent rug purchase. It has a dimensional, sculpted look, and is even more beautiful than I expected. Colors are just what I hoped for. The rug had been back ordered, but arrived earlier than promised. Great quality rug, great service.” -Betsy

Naila - 31166 Area Rug by Surya

Similar to the last rug, the Naila - 31166 rug highlights intricate designs as its main statement, but this one uses a more subdued, earthy color palette to allow the pattern to shine as the main focal point.

Pros:

  • Extremely Soft
  • Ultra Plush
  • Durable
  • Vintage Design
  • Stain Resistant

Cons:

  • Not Great for Modern Spaces

From a Customer

“Beautiful! I was hesitant to buy this rug with no reviews, but my husband loved it. When the rug arrived, I was so glad I did! The colors are gorgeous, and the rug is so soft to walk on. It has become our favorite!” -Faith M.

Fables - Malo Area Rug by Jaipur Living

The Fables- Malo rug is a favorite for nurseries because of its soft use of color, classic design, and high-low texture. Plus, it’s durable enough to stand up to high traffic, kids, and pets.

Pros:

  • High-Low Texture
  • Classic, Traditional Design
  • Durable
  • High Quality

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“I bought this rug a few months ago for my daughter's nursery and am SO happy with it! It's even more beautiful than pictured and is so soft to the touch. The subtle shades of pink blend beautifully with the rest of the color scheme in her room and I couldn't be happier. I couldn't find this rug anywhere else so I'm happy Rugs Direct carried such a perfect rug. Would absolutely buy it again.” -Lauren

Atticus - Teddy Area Rug from Novogratz by Momeni

“Adorable” doesn’t even begin to describe the Atticus - Teddy Area Rug. The primitive, simple design of the bear allows it to add a playful vibe to your nursery and fit in with a wilderness theme.

Pros:

  • Playful, Simple Style
  • Fringes
  • Medium Pile
  • Hand Made
  • High Quality

Cons:

  • Not Everyone Likes Fringes

Amado - Carson Area Rug from Vibe by Jaipur Living

This is one of our favorite botanical bedroom rugs because of how stunning the design is and how versatile all the different color palettes are. Reminiscent of old fashioned wallpaper, this rug is perfect for adding class to whatever room it’s placed in.

Pros:

  • High Quality
  • Hand Tufted
  • Easy to Clean/Maintain
  • Comfortable
  • Mid Century Style

Cons:

  • Fits Best in Mid Century Modern Homes

Giada - GIA-06 Area Rug by Loloi Rugs

A favorite rug for any room in the house, the GIA-06 rug is an excellent choice for nurseries because of the timeless design, inviting color palette, and overall texture of the rug. It also comes in numerous shapes and sizes to fit into your room’s layout perfectly.

Pros:

  • Top Rated
  • Timeless Design
  • Soft
  • High Quality
  • Durable

Cons:

  • Design Scale Varies by Size
  • Not All Shapes/Sizes Come With Fringe

From a Customer

“I debated buying this rug because of price for such a small rug but you get what you pay for. This rug is made to last. I’m crazy about the colors. It came sooner than I thought so I was so happy with shipping process. The quality just FEELS better than cheaper rugs that you buy to save money. Just wait. Save up and get this. It would be overkill but I want this in my room too.” -Tawni J.

Billie - BIL-03 Area Rug by Amber Lewis x Loloi

Within this vintage rug, there’s plenty of subtle designs and patterns to create an intricately beautiful rug. The natural color palette and vintage style of the rug really lend itself towards classic vintage, traditional, or even transitional nurseries.

Pros:

  • Soft
  • High Quality
  • Elegant, Timeless Design
  • Easy to Maintain
  • Stain and Fade Resistant

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“I bought this rug for my daughters play room. They love it, it’s soft and the darker color hides if they have any stains from spills. I would buy again for there room or any other high traffic room in the house.” -Miranda G.

Humphrey feat CloudPile (TM) -HUM-02 Area Rug by Chris Loves Julia x Loloi

This rug is a favorite for nurseries because of just how SOFT it is! Plus, the plaid design and color scheme really reinforces a cozy, comfortable vibe fitting for any nursery.

Pros:

  • Extremely Soft
  • High Quality
  • Versatile, Classic Design
  • Pet and Kid Friendly
  • Durable

Cons:

  • Only One Color Choice

From a Customer

“The softest rug I have ever felt. I want a cloudpile rug in every bedroom. I hope Loloi expands this line soon. Love the plaid print on this rug.” -Brianna Y.

Polly - POL-05 Area Rug by Chris Loves Julia x Loloi

This simple grid design is complemented with a neutral color scheme and clean-cut lines that allow this rug to fit into modern and contemporary nurseries. Aside from the versatile style, this rug is thick and comfortable!

Pros:

  • Top Rated
  • High Quality
  • Hand Tufted
  • Thick Rug
  • Kid and Pet Friendly
  • GoodWeave Certified

Cons:

  • Would Not Work in Traditional Styles

From a Customer

“I was hesitant to buy a rug without seeing it in person, but this rug did not disappoint. And who doesn’t love Chris Loves Julia! The rug is a nice thickness and in my home it reads more gray than blue.” -Shari S.

Layla Printed - LAY-03 Area Rug by Loloi II Rugs

Olive and charcoal colors come together in a timeless design from Loloi II Rugs. The style alone makes this rug amazing, but it’s also soft, durable, and easy to maintain--three key aspects to look for with nursery rugs.

Pros:

  • Top Rated
  • Soft
  • Easy to Clean/Maintain
  • Durable
  • Timeless Design

Cons:

  • Only One Color Choice

From a Customer

“This rug is perfect! Low easy to clean pile, but doesn’t look cheap. High quality, gorgeous colors. Smooth and soft under foot. Easily the best rug I’ve ever bought.” -Jenah R.

Scandinavia - Dula - Sandhurst Area Rug by Jaipur Living

Scandinavian interior design focuses on using warm neutral tones to create cozy spaces, and this rug from Jaipur Living definitely takes inspiration from that. The neutral color palette is further accented through the woven textures and handcrafted techniques to add literal dimension to the rug and to your room’s design.

Pros:

  • Stain Resistant
  • Textured Rug
  • Kid and Pet Friendly
  • Simple Color Palette
  • Tribal Print Design

Cons:

  • Recommended With Rug Pad

From a Customer

“Better than I expected” -J

Natural Fiber - NF-447N Area Rug by Safavieh

Many people love adding natural textures and materials to nurseries because of their versatility in style and texture. This rug from Safavieh fits that bill and will add to your room’s style with its natural jute colors and simple weave.

Pros:

  • Versatile Style
  • Eco-Friendly
  • Pet and Kid Friendly
  • High Traffic Approved
  • Hand Woven

Cons:

  • Jute Requires Special Care

From a Customer

“Great! Love it. Be aware that the rug is fairly thick so a door will NOT slide over the top of it!” -Beth H.

Atlas - 8037 Area Rug by Oriental Weavers

Want to add simple design and color to your nursery? The Atlas - 8037 Rug will do just that with its casual design and expansive color schemes. The different options with colors and classic design allow this rug to fit into a variety of different interior design styles and nurseries.

Pros:

  • Top Rated
  • Multiple Color Choices
  • Soft
  • Durable
  • Easy to Maintain

Cons:

  • Design May Be Too Simple for Some

From a Customer

“Beautiful rug , the vibrant colors look fantastic with my new flooring. The quality of the rug is obvious when I walk barefoot on it!” -Scott N.

Celestial - CES-02 Area Rug by Nourison

The designers at Nourison are experts in creating rugs that are beautifully designed, comfortable, and durable. The Celestial - CES-02 rug uses its abstract color blocking and distressed finish to create a rug that blends vintage and modern styles with stunning results.

Pros:

  • Top Rated
  • Four Color Choices
  • Versatile Design/Colors
  • Durable
  • Soft
  • Multiple Shapes Available

Cons:

  • Custom Sizes Not Available

From a Customer

“This is the 2nd Rug I’ve purchased from Rugs Direct and am extremely happy with it. The quality is good and the rug is what I hoped. I especially love the “view in your room” feature that allowed me to view the rug in my room before I purchased. It fits in the room just as it showed it would! Shipping was fast. It looks great and was just what we needed in our bedroom!” -Debbie K.

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There are many rugs to choose from when shopping for a nursery, but ultimately, your rug should fit into your nursery’s theme and style while also being practical. Even if you didn’t find your perfect nursery rug in our top 20 count, you now have the knowledge and ability to find the rug that’s just right for you.

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