Kids Rug Buying & Safety Tips

Low Piles
Kids rugs have low piles (the fibers that form the upper part of the carpet) for a reason. The high piles used for traditional area rugs are luxurious and great for decorative use, but kids rugs are usually more function-oriented than decor-oriented. Low piles make it easier for children to play with toys such as cars and trucks. The shorter piles on kids rugs also make them easier to vacuum.

Stain Proof
Stain-resistance is another highly important quality for kids rugs. The fibers of most childrens carpets are treated to be stain-resistant. In general, synthetic materials such as nylon and acrylic tend to offer greater stain-resistance than natural fibers.

Sizing We recommend taking a measurement of the available space in your child's room before buying a rug (remember that the first number on listed measurements is width, the second height). If you're buying a kids rug to protect pre-existing carpet, buy a larger size and move furniture to rest on top of the rug and keep it immobile - kids like to move things. Rug Pads and Carpet Safety A no-slip backing is an essential safety feature for kids rugs. If your childrens rug tends to slip, the addition of a rug pad beneath it will help prevent accidents. Rug pads also give extra cushioning to kids rugs, while reducing the amount of dirt picked up from the floor.

Shopping on a Budget
If you're on a budget and the childs rug you buy has to last for several years, consider getting a multi-colored or patterned rug rather than a themed rug that your child may tire of as he or she matures. Primary colors such as red, blue, or yellow will blend in better through multiple redecorations than pastels or neons.