Product fit · Measure before you buy

Kitchen Rugs and Runners: Will It Fit the Runway?

The short answer

A kitchen runner should fit the runway between cabinets with clearance for cabinet doors and the dishwasher to open, and it should be low-pile and washable for a splash zone. Measure the runway length and width, and always use a non-slip backing or a separate pad.

Check fit before you buy

Confirm fit for kitchen rugs & runners

I measured the runway length and width between cabinets
I confirmed door and dishwasher clearance with the rug in place
I chose a low-pile, washable material
I have a non-slip backing or pad

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Common mistakes

A runner too wide for appliance/door clearance
High-pile or dry-clean-only rugs in a splash zone
No non-slip backing on a hard floor

Style fit

Flatweave and washable cotton read casual and modern; wool-look and vintage patterns read traditional and warm.

Keep going

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