Washable rugs get a makeover while a new design contest takes shape

Both Ruggable and Tumble add washable rug options, new rugs from Mark Krebs feature unusual weaving techniques, Revival introduces new pastel rugs and Jamie Stern invites creatives to design a rug for its 6th annual contest. Find out all the details in this week’s Rug Report.

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Ruggable is launching its new All-in-One rugs that include an easier setup, a softer texture and a new era of washability, according to the company.

“With Tufted All-in-One, we’re introducing the highest-quality washable rug available today,” said Jeneva Bell, founder and president of Ruggable. “It’s next-level technology and design artistry, with no assembly required. Most importantly, it gives you peace of mind – because your home should be lived in, not stressed over.”

The new rugs feature two new textures:

- Tufted All-in-One: An even more elevated take on Ruggable’s popular, existing Tufted texture—but now setup is more streamlined.

- Plush All-in-One: The brand’s thickest and softest rug to date, with ultra-soft, dyed fibers and timeless high/low textural designs, for a luxe, sink-in feel.

- The launch will upgrade all existing tufted designs to Tufted All-in-One with seven new designs and the Plush All-in-One will launch with nine new styles in four sizes (5×7, 6×9, 8×10, 9×12.)

“All-in-One is a breakthrough moment for Ruggable,” said CEO Nicole Otto. “Our two-piece system changed the way people think about rugs, but we heard from consumers that it wasn’t perfect. All-in-One is our answer — delivering the same great washability in a design that’s easier to set up, effortless to clean, and more stylish than ever in the home.”

All existing styles are inspired by Jeneva Bell’s personal interior style that leans into Persian, Spanish Vintage, American Santa Fe, and Farmhouse aesthetics.

“We’ve taken our existing tufted rugs to deliver a timeless texture for high-traffic spaces with no assembly required,” said Maria O’Brien, Ruggable vice president of design. “Plush is our softest, coziest rug ever—another top request from our consumers. It’s next-level comfort and style, without ever compromising on performance.”

This is the first collection launched entirely on the Tufted All-in-One texture and it is available in various sizes, with pricing starting at $119.

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Tumble, the brand known for its design-forward, durable and spill-proof washable rugs, has partnered with the Frida Kahlo Corporation.

Launching today, the Frida Kahlo x Tumble Collection is a limited-edition series of hand-illustrated rugs that channel Kahlo’s vivid aesthetic, transforming her layered and deeply personal visual language into modern home design.

Drawing from the artist’s iconic imagery, the collection translates hand-painted parrots, embroidered florals and geometric patterns inspired from Casa Azul and traditional Mexican tilework into bold motifs meant to be lived with.

“When we first took on the Frida Kahlo collaboration, we asked ourselves: how do you take something that lives in a museum and turn it into something you can live with every day?” said Kerri Anne Besse, design director at Tumble. “Her paintings are layered, symbolic and emotional, and we wanted these rugs to carry that same weight. So, we immersed ourselves in her palette, her textures, her world.”

The collection includes five original designs, each drawing inspiration from an intimate part of her world while adding contemporary elements:

– Rosa: Inspired by Frida’s 1941 self-portrait, Me and My Parrots, Rosa depicts parrots, parakeets, monkeys, sacred hearts and lush flora, symbolizing her bond with nature. Available in ivory/multi and midnight/gold.

– Casa Azul: A tribute to Kahlo’s famed Mexico City home, this rug echoes its vibrant geometry and artisanal craftsmanship through bold lines, shapes and textures.

– Mil Flores: Inspired by the artist’s traditional Tehuana dresses and embroidered motifs, Mil Flores reflects the richness of Mexican textile traditions. Available in ivory/multi and navy/gold.

– Coyoacán: Named after Kahlo’s birthplace, this design honors the beauty of Talavera Mexican tilework and captures the spirit of a city she described as “joyful contrasts, always with endless hiding places.”

– Diego: A painterly homage to Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s creative partnership, Diego features sweeping brushstroke-like patterns inspired by the Casa Azul fireplace. Available in sage/natural and sand/brown.

“Frida transformed pain into beauty, and her life into a canvas of identity and resilience. This collaboration with Tumble allows people around the world to invite that same spirit into their own homes. Each rug is not only a design object, but also a reminder of her courage, her creativity and her celebration of life,” said Bea Alvarado, from the Frida Kahlo Corporation.

The collection starts at $119 and comes in four sizes: 8×10′, 5×7′, 3×5′, 2.5×7′.

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Revival rugs has just launched the Mistral Collection, a new line of washable rugs inspired by Provençal French design.

With its floral motifs, dusty pastel tones and a rustic-meets-refined texture, Mistral brings a soft, romantic feel to any space.

Crafted from a cotton-reinforced polyester blend on recycled cotton backing, these rugs are low-profile, stain-resistant, shed-free and fully machine-washable.

The two debut styles include:

Etoile– A dark medallion surrounded by abstract botanicals
Etoile
Victoire– A blooming central panel framed by a triple floral border

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Montreal-based designer Davin Cowper founded Mark Krebs rug with the goal of partnering with weavers in Northern India to produce a collection of contemporary handmade wool rugs based in traditional techniques. A great level of attention goes into creating each piece, ensuring durability and beautiful detailing.

The Rose Garden rug draws its inspiration rom the flat-weave kilims of Persian nomadic tribes. Its graphic color-blocked design adds a modern touch, with neatly tied fringe at both ends. Durable and bold, it brings color and warmth to high-traffic spaces.

The Stitch rug reimagines a portable loom weaving method once used by nomadic tribes. Narrow panels are stitched together to form a full-sized rug, resulting in a striped pattern with a distinctive notched edge. Available in two neutral colorways, it’s tightly woven for everyday durability.

Offered in three rich colorways, the Tile rug showcases a geometric pattern carved by hand. As lights shifts, shadows play on the surface for a dynamic effect. Monochromatic dip-dyed yarns are woven on a double-back pile loom, giving it the plush feel of a hand-knotted rug with the flexibility to endure daily use.

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For the sixth year running, Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric has launched its 6th Annual Rug Design Contest.

From now through Nov. 2, any interior designer or architect in the United States and Canada can submit an original design for the chance to have it transformed into a beautiful custom area rug.

All entries will be evaluated by a panel of judges comprised of three award-winning design professionals: Jeremy Levitt, founder and principal of Parts and Labor Design, Marcus Miller, interior designer at Workshop/APD and Evelyn Wilwerding, director of interiors at HOK Chicago.

A grand prize winner and two runners-up from each of four regions – Northeast, Southeast, Midwest and West – will be selected by the judges and will have their designs brought to life as area rugs made of 100% natural fibers.

“Anyone who has worked with our rug division will know the importance we place on sustainable design,” said Jamie Stern, founder of Jamie Stern Furniture, Carpet, Leather & Fabric. “From sourcing the best renewable fibers available to promoting eco-friendly production techniques, we pride ourselves on championing green design choices whenever possible.”

During this year’s contest, Jamie Stern is partnering with the nonprofit organization, One Tree Planted. For every original rug design received, Jamie Stern will plant a tree in crucial areas around the world to address environmental challenges and support essential reforestation efforts. The deadline for entry is Sunday, Nov. 2.