15 Beautiful Kitchen Rugs to Add Softness to Your Cook Space

There's a lot to consider when designing and decorating a kitchen, from cabinet designs and backsplash ideas to lighting and islands. And while flooring is just as important as selection, it's not always the most fun part of kitchen decor—and comfort and style underfoot may get overlooked. Whether you choose tile flooring or hardwood flooring for your kitchen, you may want to consider a kitchen rug.

If the idea of adding an area rug in your kitchen has you wondering about maintenance, fear not. These days, there are so many machine-washable options (many that can even tolerate cleaning with bleach and drying in a drier), and most are made of sustainable textile materials as well. Beyond machine-washable rugs, you'll want to consider those with low pile constructions, such as flatweaves or hair-on-hide rugs, that are easily maintained and cleaned with a broom or vacuum.

Finally, vintage rugs from dealers on Etsy and other online marketplaces are also great ways to add color and texture in white kitchens and modern kitchens. Even small kitchens may benefit from a rug, such as a mini rug or a runner. And, as with rugs in other rooms in your house, you will want to consider a rug pad to ensure the rug does not slip and for extra cushion and softness underfoot. Step into style with these 15 beautiful kitchen rugs!