Ideas for Bath Rugs

Traditional Carpet

• Choose a traditional bath rug in colors that match or complement your bathroom. Traditional bathroom rugs have nonslip backings for safety and are designed to be easy to clean. Select one or more traditional bath rugs from the bath accessories section of any home improvement or big box store. This is the least expensive bath rug option and a good choice for decorators on a tight budget.

Shag

• Use a shag carpet to add drama and texture to your bathroom floor. Shag carpets are slightly more expensive than traditional bath rugs but add a touch of style to even the most utilitarian of rooms. Shag rugs come in a wide variety of shapes, colors and styles, so finding one you like for your bathroom won't be difficult. Since shag rugs are multipurpose, you'll also need to purchase a nonslip pad for underneath the rug to use it in the bathroom.

River Rock

• River rock rugs are made from smooth pebbles of various shapes and sizes. The stones are mounted on a nonskid base and add a spa-like touch to any bathroom. While river rock rugs are considerably more expensive than their traditional counterparts, they are indestructible and are a good choice if you are considering a luxury bath makeover. Make your own river rock bath rug if you are crafty; you can find the supplies you need, including the rocks themselves, at any home improvement or gardening store. Make your own rug if you want a custom size, shape or color or if you are on a limited budget.

DIY

• Put your crafting skills to work and make your own bath rugs. If you knit or crochet, you can make a sturdy and attractive rug using cotton clothesline in place of traditional yarn; with a fiber this thick, your rug will be complete in no time. If you prefer to sew or weave, make a rug using fabric scraps. Sew the scraps together and add a backing, or use a latch hook canvas and T-shirt scraps to make a one-of-a-kind recycled bath rug. Making a bathroom rug yourself means you can choose exactly the fiber, color and size of your rug; it also puts you in total control of your bathroom decorating budget.