Kids & Nursery Rugs

Kids rugs turn the floor into the most-used piece of furniture in a child's room: it is where babies do tummy time, toddlers stack blocks, and older kids build race tracks, read comics and sprawl out with friends. Our collection brings together more than 200 printed designs for nurseries, playrooms and kids' bedrooms, from a sleepy bear and a shaped unicorn to preschool favorites like PAW Patrol and Bluey and cartoon classics like Scooby-Doo and SpongeBob.

Every kids rug is made to order. Most designs come in five rectangular sizes from 2 x 3 ft to 5 x 7 ft, and more than 20 shaped rugs are cut to the outline of the artwork itself. You can choose a Standard rug with a smooth velvet surface or a softer, cushioned Premium rug for floor play, and both quality levels have a non-slip backing and are printed with non-toxic, skin-safe inks.

What You'll Find in Our Kids Rugs Collection

The collection covers every stage, from a calm nursery rug for a newborn to a bold playroom rug for a seven-year-old who knows exactly what they like. Here is a tour of the main themes.

Shaped Animal and Nursery Rugs

Shaped rugs are the showpieces of a kids' room, because they look like a giant cut-out illustration lying on the floor rather than a rectangle. The Cute Unicorn Rug, the Cute Giraffe Rug and the Elephant Rainbow Rug have the soft, friendly look that suits a nursery, while the Fox Rug, the Tiger Rug and the Cow Rug add a playful animal character to a toddler room. The Astronaut Rug is made for little space explorers, and the Cherry Rug is a sweet, simple accent beside a bed or a reading chair.

Calm Nursery Themes: Moons, Rainbows and Woodland Friends

For a nursery, softer colors and gentle subjects help the room feel restful. The Sleepy Baby Bear Nursery Rug and the Sleepy Moon Stars Rug are made for bedtime routines, and the Enchanted Owl Night Rug adds a quiet woodland touch. Rainbow lovers have plenty of choice, including the Happy Sun Rainbow Rug, the Boho Rainbow Sun Rug and the Rainbow Unicorn Fantasy Rug. Garden-inspired designs like the Cute Honey Bee Rug and the Monarch Butterfly Garden Rug suit a nature-themed nursery, while the Princess Swan Crown Rug, the Ballet Bunny Dancer Rug and the Circus Elephant Trumpet Rug bring a little storybook charm.

Adventure, Vehicles, Space and Sports

As kids grow, their rooms tend to follow their obsessions, and this group covers the big ones. Future astronauts can choose the Space Rocket Galaxy Rug, while travelers and dreamers have the Vintage Airplane Adventure Rug, the Hot Air Balloon Adventure Rug and the Nautical Sailboat Ocean Rug. The Farm Tractor Rug is a natural fit for a barnyard-themed room, the Camping Night Adventure Rug brings a campfire under the stars indoors, and the Dinosaur Adventure Green Rug is ready for any young paleontologist. Sporty kids have the Basketball Slam Dunk Rug and the Bunny Girl Sports Rug, and the Retro Gaming Console Rug is a fun pick for a kid who already loves video games.

Preschool Favorites: PAW Patrol, Bluey, Peppa Pig and Cars

Character rugs make a room feel instantly personal to a preschooler. PAW Patrol fans can pick their favorite pup with the Marshall Fired Up Rug, the Rubble Builder Pup Rug or the Rocky Eco Pup Rug. Bluey fans have the Bluey Sports Play Rug, the Bluey Muffin Pink Fun Rug and the Bluey Coco Pink Poodle Rug, and Peppa Pig appears in the Peppa Pig Muddy Puddles Rug, the Peppa Pig Princess Castle Rug and the Peppa Pig Dinosaur Adventure Rug.

For kids who love racing, the Cars designs are one of the largest groups in the collection, with more than a dozen Lightning McQueen rugs. Highlights include the McQueen Rust-eze Rug, the Dinoco McQueen Rug, the McQueen and Mater Rug, the Tow Mater Rug and The King Dinoco Rug, which all pair nicely with a toy car collection on the floor.

Classic Cartoon Rugs

Some characters are loved by kids and parents alike. Scooby-Doo fans can choose the Mystery Machine Rug, the Scooby Snacks Rug, the Velma Jinkies Rug or the Fred Trap Plan Rug, and SpongeBob fans have the SpongeBob Imagination Rug, the Sandy Cheeks Acorn Rug and the Handsome Squidward Rug. Looney Tunes appears in the Bugs Bunny Carrot Garden Rug, the Daffy Duck Classic Cartoon Rug and the Marvin the Martian Space Rug, while the Minions Guitar Music Rug, the Mr Potato Head Veggie Garden Rug and the Manhole Cover Ooze Rug inspired by the Ninja Turtles add more playful options. Lilo and Stitch fans have the Stitch Surfing Rug, the Stitch Tropical Rug and the Lilo and Stitch Hula Rug, all in bright island colors.

Rugs for Big Kids and Tweens

Older kids often want something that feels a little less babyish, and these designs bridge the gap. Gravity Falls fans can choose the Mystery Shack Totem Rug, the Journal 3 Rug or the Waddles Pig Rug, and Steven Universe fans have the Steven Shield Rug, the Garnet Crystal Gem Rug, the Pearl Ballet Rug and the Spinel Heartbreaker Rug. Adventure Time appears in the BMO Retro Gaming Rug and the Ice King & Gunter Crown Rug, and The Simpsons in the Bart Slingshot Skater Rug and the Ralph Choo-Choo Valentine Rug. Superhero fans have The Flash Speed Force Rug and the Superman Krypton Tapestry Rug, and young readers who love classic comics can pick the Tintin Spotlight Rug or the Tintin Blue Lotus Dragon Rug.

How to Choose a Kids Rug, Nursery Rug or Playroom Rug

A rug in a child's room has to be safe first, comfortable second and fun third. Here is how to think through each of those, room by room.

Safety First: Grip, Flat Edges and Skin-Safe Inks

A rug that slides is a real hazard for a toddler learning to walk or a kid running in from the hallway. Every rug in this collection has a non-slip backing: faux leather on the Standard level and natural cotton on the Premium level. Both are designed to grip hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, concrete and low-pile carpet. For the best hold, lay the rug on a clean, dry floor and press it flat once it has relaxed from shipping.

Edges matter too. A curled corner is one of the most common trip points in a busy kids' room, so every rug has reinforced stitched edges that resist fraying and curling. Finally, think about what your child's skin and hands touch. The rugs are printed with non-toxic, skin-safe inks, which is why parents use them in nurseries and playrooms where babies crawl and sit directly on the surface. As with any rug, keep an eye on very young children during floor play.

Placing a Nursery Rug

In a nursery, the rug usually does three jobs: it softens the floor beside the crib, it gives you a warm spot to stand during night feeds and changes, and it creates a clean, defined area for tummy time. The most practical placement is in front of or beside the crib, extending toward the rocking chair or glider so your feet land on the rug when you sit down. Keep the rug clear of the door swing so it never catches when you tiptoe in at night.

Calm colors and simple subjects work best in a nursery, because the room needs to wind down at bedtime. Moons, stars, owls, rainbows and soft animals are easy to live with, and you can always add bolder color through toys and books as your baby grows.

Sizing a Playroom Rug

A playroom rug is the stage for building, drawing and pretend play, so size it to the space kids actually use. Measure the open floor between the toy storage and the seating, and choose a rug that fills most of it while leaving a walkway around the edges. If several kids play together, go bigger; a rug that is too small pushes the action off the edges and onto the hard floor. Busy, colorful designs are a good match for playrooms, because they hide the small marks that come with crayons and snacks.

A Kids Rug That Grows with Your Child

Children's tastes change quickly, and a rug that is perfect at two may feel too young at six. Two strategies help. First, choose a theme with room to grow, such as space, animals, dinosaurs or vehicles, which appeal across a wide age range. Second, think about how easy it is to switch later: because every rug is made to order and ships folded, a new design can replace the old one when your child moves from baby animals to a favorite cartoon, and the old rug can move to a playroom or a sibling's room.

Shared Rooms, Colors and Matching Decor

In a shared bedroom, a rug can mark out each child's side, or one larger rug in the middle can tie both halves together. Pick a design whose colors appear in both kids' bedding or curtains so the room feels coordinated rather than split. In general, pull one or two colors from the rug into a pillow, a lamp or wall art, and the room will feel finished without any extra effort.

Kids Rug Size Guide

Most rectangular designs come in the five sizes below, and a few come in four sizes up to 4 x 6 ft. Use the table as a starting point, then check the measurements against your floor.

Beside a crib or toddler bed, a 2 x 3 ft rug gives a soft first step in the morning. For tummy time, a 3.3 x 5 ft rug gives your baby room to roll and reach without ending up on the bare floor. In a nursery with a glider, a 4 x 6 ft rug placed in the middle of the room can reach both the crib and the chair, which makes night feeds more comfortable. In a playroom, the 5 x 7 ft size is the one to choose if more than one child plays at the same time.

For a kid's bedroom, place a 3.3 x 5 ft or 4 x 6 ft rug alongside the bed so it covers the spot where feet land when getting up. As a general rule, leave about 18 to 24 inches of bare floor between the rug and the walls so the room still feels open. If your child has a desk with a rolling chair, choose the Standard level in 2.6 x 3.9 ft or larger so all the wheels stay on the rug when they roll back.

Shaped rugs work a little differently. They are cut to the outline of the artwork and come in four sizes, and because some shapes are wide, some are tall and some are almost square, the exact dimensions depend on the design and are listed on each product page. Across the collection, shaped rugs range from about 60 x 90 cm at the smallest up to about 160 x 180 cm, with a few taller outlines reaching around 120 x 260 cm. A shaped rug makes a great accent beside a bed or in a reading corner, while a rectangle is usually the better choice for a main play area.

Standard vs Premium for Nurseries and Playrooms

Both quality levels use the same print, the same non-toxic inks and a non-slip backing. The difference is the feel underfoot and how the rug performs in different spots.

• Standard Level: a lightweight 5 mm rug with a shiny velvet surface that makes characters and colors look crisp. It has a faux leather non-slip backing and is the recommended choice under a desk chair, because the wheels roll smoothly over the flatter surface. It suits a homework corner or a busy hallway into the kids' room.
• Premium Level: a softer, cushioned 7 mm rug with a plush surface and a natural cotton anti-slip backing. It is the more comfortable option for crawling, sitting and floor play, and it is our suggested choice for nurseries, playrooms and kids' bedrooms.

Printing, Materials and Safety

Every rug is printed with HD sublimation, which bonds the ink into the fibers instead of leaving it on top. The colors stay bright and the design does not crack or peel, even with daily play. The inks are UV-resistant for normal daylight, although it is still best to avoid long hours of strong direct sun in the same spot.

The inks are non-toxic and skin-safe, so the rugs are suitable for nurseries and playrooms where little hands and faces touch the surface. Reinforced stitched edges resist fraying and curling, and the non-slip backing works on hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, concrete and low-pile carpet. The rugs are designed for indoor use only.

How to Care for Your Kids Rug

Kids' rooms see juice, crayons, play dough and crumbs, so quick spot cleaning is the habit that keeps a rug looking new.

• Vacuum on a low setting or shake the rug out to remove crumbs, sand and toy debris.
• Blot spills right away with a damp cloth. Do not rub, which spreads the spill and pushes it deeper.
• When the rug needs a full clean, hand wash it with cold water and a mild detergent, then let it air dry flat.
• Avoid bleach, harsh chemicals and tumble drying, and do not iron the printed surface.
• Rotate the rug occasionally so wear and daylight spread evenly.
• The rug ships folded, so you may see fold lines at first. Lay it flat and the creases relax within a few days.

Shipping and Returns

Every kids rug is made to order. Most orders are produced within 1 to 3 business days and delivered within 5 to 12 days depending on your location, with tracking sent by email. If you are planning a nursery before a due date, order with that window in mind. Because each rug is printed specifically for your order, we accept returns within 14 days for shipping damage or a defect, but not for a change of mind.

Kids and Nursery Rug FAQ

Are these official character rugs?

No. These are original fan-inspired designs created by Padloom and printed on our own rugs. They are not produced by or affiliated with any studio or brand.

Are these rugs safe for babies and toddlers?

The rugs are printed with non-toxic, skin-safe inks, have a non-slip backing and reinforced stitched edges that resist curling. Many parents use them in nurseries and playrooms. As with any rug, supervise very young children during floor play.

What size rug is best for a nursery?

For a spot beside the crib, 2 x 3 ft is enough. For a tummy time area, choose 3.3 x 5 ft, and for a central nursery rug that reaches both the crib and the glider, choose 4 x 6 ft.

What size playroom rug should I get?

Measure the open floor where kids actually play and choose a rug that fills most of it while leaving a walkway around the edge. For several kids playing together, 5 x 7 ft is the best fit.

Will a kids rug slip on a hardwood floor?

No. Both quality levels have an anti-slip backing designed for hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, concrete and low-pile carpet. Lay the rug on a clean, dry floor for the best grip.

How do I clean a kids rug?

Blot spills right away with a damp cloth and vacuum on low for everyday cleaning. For a deeper clean, hand wash with cold water and a mild detergent and air dry flat. Hand wash only, with no bleach, harsh chemicals or tumble drying.

Standard or Premium for a kids' room?

Choose Premium for nurseries, playrooms and bedrooms where kids sit and crawl on the floor. Choose Standard if the rug goes under a desk chair with wheels.

Do you have shaped rugs for kids?

Yes. Designs like the unicorn, giraffe, fox and astronaut are cut to the outline of the artwork and come in four sizes. Exact dimensions are listed on each product page.

Explore More Rugs for Kids' Rooms

If you love the cut-out look, browse our full range of shaped rugs, or read our guide to round rugs if a circle suits your nursery layout better. For even more characters, explore our cartoon and animation rugs, and if your child is a budding trainer, take a look at our Pokémon rugs.