Sure you clean your bathtub, toilet and shower regularly. But how often do you wash your bathroom rugs? It’s not uncommon to skip washing these for a long while. After all, it’s easy to forget things that are — literally — underfoot. But with all the action these rugs see, they definitely deserve some spa treatment in your laundry room.
Learn how often you should be cleaning bathroom rugs, as well as how to clean bathmats of varying types.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1Step 1Shake them out.
Shake loose dirt & particles off outside or in a large garbage can
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2Step 2Check the backing
Plastic - and rubber - backed bathmats are standard in many homes, and they’re made of a wide array of materials, from cotton to nylon.
If the undersides of your mats are cracked or peeling, it may be time to get a new mat, as these little pieces can come off in the washer or dryer, causing clogs or damages to your appliances.
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3Step 3Wash
Place your mats in the washer with a gentle laundry detergent. Make sure you don't overload your washing machine. Wash on the cold setting.
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4Step 4Dry
If your mat is microfiber or chenille, tumble dry on the lowest heat setting. Alternatively, you can hang your mats outside to dry. Note: if you're using the dryer, be certain not to mix your microfiber or chenille bathroom rugs with other fabrics, especially towels. If these bathroom rugs pick up lint, they won't dry as quickly.
If your mat has a plastic or rubber backing, it is best to hang them outside to dry. You should never use heat when drying plastic or rubber backed bath mats, because it can cause the backing to crack or even melt.
Want tips on tackling the rest of the bathroom? Check out these shower curtain cleaning instructions and learn how to make that porcelain bowl sparkle.
