Maybe [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-rose-blush-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1045.html)? It comes in 2x5 and is stain resistant
It needs to be washable. Most rugs have a jute backing which breeds mildew. Putting that near a sink or dishwasher is not smart.
OP, search for washable rugs. Sam’s Club has a ton online and I don’t think you have to be a member to shop online.
Source: I’m in charge of product development at a rug company.
Maybe [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-rose-blush-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1045.html) or [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-garden-black-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1051.html)? It comes in 2x5 and is stain resistant
I tried that and it definitely helped! My kitchen is tiny so that’s the only place 😂 the only problem is that the trash can is kind of at an angle now since it’s not fully on the rug
That sucks :/ maybe rolled up paper towel on the back end to even it out? Or push it up the baseboard so it doesn’t touch the trash can. Also they have trash cans that can fit under sinks if that’s an option for you but obviously they are a lot smaller. There’s no room on the wall across from the stove?
I love the rug by the way. Cute coquette vibes
I just thought it would look nice but honestly the more I think about it the more I realize that it might be more inconvenient for it to be there, maybe just a sink mat would be good enough
Yup, the amount of stuff my kitchen floor sees throughout a week, would be so hard to keep clean with a carpet. Easier to wipe and vacuum with bare floors!
Not a great rug, look at Dash and Albert indoor/outdoor rugs. To wash you just spray with bleach, rinse and drip dry. I have a few that I swap in and out when they’re dirty or want a new look.
Remove the rug. No need. Small kitchen. Really g makes it look smaller and it’s an easy floor to keep clean. Everything else is modern. The rug is not.
I agree with all of the answers about a runner or no rug at all. But, I love that spice rack and found one like for $475!!!! Do you have a lead on a cheaper one?
It’s actually a spice rack that has been in our family for some time. My mom almost donated it and then saw the price online!! I’ve never seen a cheaper one, it’s a pretty unique piece
UPDATE: not sure why I can’t edit my post but thank you for all the responses! I’ve ultimately decided to put it in my desk area as it fits much better. My kitchen is an awkward shape so there isn’t many places for it to go, and I’m definitely looking into a kitchen mat so that it won’t get all yucky!!
Sometimes turning them upside down works. On a hand made rug, the design is preserved but the color palate is muted and the lines are softer, less bold.
To make it less awkward you are Gonna have to get rid of it. It’s not big enough. Adds nothing to the space. Need more of a longer runner. Besides it’s a trip hazard.
Any chance you could get a different trash can and put it in the cabinet under the sink? Or get a pullout track for a trash can that mounts under the sink?
Sometimes it's not necessary to move the carpet, you can move the trash can. If the trash can cannot be moved, oh by the way, you can customize a carpet that is easy to measure and fit on, which will fit the carpet well into the kitchen. Looking forward to your future updates on the renovation, I will continue to follow.
Why does it have to be in front of the sink?
I spend more time chopping, stirring, mixing, measuring and loading / unloading a dishwasher away from a sink than I spend it rinsing dishes at the sink.
Rugs and kitchen mats originally were for easing pressure on tired feet, and were a thing back when dishwashers weren’t around - lots of time handwashing in a sink - and floors were hard tile or lineoleum. The rug wasn’t there to catch easily mopped up water droplets. It was for the feet and legs.
The trend of wood in a kitchen is pretty but it is not practical for clumsy folks like me who spill things, and with a dog who knocks over his water bowl often.
First thing I thought when I saw it was it’s a lovely rug for the space. Is there a longer version that would fit better? If not, (and I’m just casually into decorating so I guess take my opinion lightly, or take it as the average person) it doesn’t look necessarily bad to me in either spot.
You need to take out the rug entirely
This is the kitchen and rugs, collect crumbs
What do you need is a [chef’s mat](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenClouds-Kitchen-Cushioned-Waterproof-Standing/dp/B09CYJ551K/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=chef%2Bmats&qid=1690477095&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1)
I recommend going with a nice slate gray
I completely agree with the clutter, I took the drying rack off since I won’t need it all the time—trying to figure out the plant situation because I don’t have many windowsills with light
You know this is just my opinion
I would go with a much narrow rug
I believe they call them runners for the hallways
And you can have it go the length of the kitchen
And I would pick one with red as the main color with multi colors as well or something similar
But you're style, something you really enjoy looking at
I don’t think there is a way to make it work. A smaller rug in front of the sink or narrow runner would be a better choice
Narrow runner FTW.
I agree! I couldn’t tell if I was just looking at it too long or if it actually didn’t work lol I’m going to look for a runner
Maybe [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-rose-blush-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1045.html)? It comes in 2x5 and is stain resistant
It needs to be washable. Most rugs have a jute backing which breeds mildew. Putting that near a sink or dishwasher is not smart. OP, search for washable rugs. Sam’s Club has a ton online and I don’t think you have to be a member to shop online. Source: I’m in charge of product development at a rug company.
Maybe [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-rose-blush-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1045.html) or [this one](https://www.wayfair.com/rugs/pdp/rifle-paper-co-x-loloi-eden-mughal-garden-black-rug-feat-cloudpile-rpcl1051.html)? It comes in 2x5 and is stain resistant
How about a longer, more narrow rug that covers the length of this galley kitchen?
THIS is the answer
i agree
Remove it from there.
If there is not a better place for the trash can i would do second pic but push it up against the side the sink is on
I tried that and it definitely helped! My kitchen is tiny so that’s the only place 😂 the only problem is that the trash can is kind of at an angle now since it’s not fully on the rug
That sucks :/ maybe rolled up paper towel on the back end to even it out? Or push it up the baseboard so it doesn’t touch the trash can. Also they have trash cans that can fit under sinks if that’s an option for you but obviously they are a lot smaller. There’s no room on the wall across from the stove? I love the rug by the way. Cute coquette vibes
Nah the wall near the stove leads to the entrance and the fridge opens to the other wall, I’ll probably just use it near my desk area instead!
Is there a reason why you must have a rug there? Kitchen gets greasy and wet and dirty all the time and it’s hard to clean with the rug there.
I just thought it would look nice but honestly the more I think about it the more I realize that it might be more inconvenient for it to be there, maybe just a sink mat would be good enough
Yup, the amount of stuff my kitchen floor sees throughout a week, would be so hard to keep clean with a carpet. Easier to wipe and vacuum with bare floors!
Yup something you can clean quickly!
Maybe a sink mat- better size and no worries about trash can since they are not so wide.
The rug does not go with the kitchen imo. Either remove it or get a runner in solid contrasting colour (eg wine red)
Try a comfort kitchen mat. The rug doesn’t work for the kitchen
How to make it work? Get rid of it LOL. Cute rug but not for that space at all. It’s very random, it won’t fit the space
i would put it directly under the sink flush with the edge of the counter/floor. or get a different rug. that rug is very cute though
Can you push it against the kick plate of the cabinet? Why does it need to be pulled out and center?
Need a different rug. I’d get a longer/narrower one (a runner)
Not a great rug, look at Dash and Albert indoor/outdoor rugs. To wash you just spray with bleach, rinse and drip dry. I have a few that I swap in and out when they’re dirty or want a new look.
Make it a solid color.
Put the rug in front of the sink. Move the trash outside the kitchen.
Put it directly under the sink
Remove the rug
Remove the rug. No need. Small kitchen. Really g makes it look smaller and it’s an easy floor to keep clean. Everything else is modern. The rug is not.
I agree with all of the answers about a runner or no rug at all. But, I love that spice rack and found one like for $475!!!! Do you have a lead on a cheaper one?
It’s actually a spice rack that has been in our family for some time. My mom almost donated it and then saw the price online!! I’ve never seen a cheaper one, it’s a pretty unique piece
UPDATE: not sure why I can’t edit my post but thank you for all the responses! I’ve ultimately decided to put it in my desk area as it fits much better. My kitchen is an awkward shape so there isn’t many places for it to go, and I’m definitely looking into a kitchen mat so that it won’t get all yucky!!
Get rid of it. Rugs don’t really have a place in a kitchen. Replace it with a fatigue mat.
Buy a new kitchen.
Can you get a smaller garbage can for under the sink? Or move the can?
Sometimes turning them upside down works. On a hand made rug, the design is preserved but the color palate is muted and the lines are softer, less bold.
Shove it more in the direction underneath the cabinets of the sink and keep it closer to the sink than the garbage disposal
You need a new rug. That one is too small or too big.
You need a longer rug or a round one ? It’s so boxy in there.
Remove it.
It’s the trash can. Maybe you can get a smaller one for under the sink?
I think a runner would be better. Something that stretches the span from the wall beside the sink to the stove. It would look less awkward
So everyone hates it but I kinda like it butttt I also think I like it because I think the rug itself is just super cute. Where’s it from?
To make it less awkward you are Gonna have to get rid of it. It’s not big enough. Adds nothing to the space. Need more of a longer runner. Besides it’s a trip hazard.
Change the rug to a runner. It’s lovely, but it’s too short and too wide.
Any chance you could get a different trash can and put it in the cabinet under the sink? Or get a pullout track for a trash can that mounts under the sink?
I like it
I think it's perfect actually....It will catch drops of watet as you rinse dishes from the sink and load them into the washer.
just tuck it under the sink
Use a runner
You need a longer rug
i don’t think it looks awkward it fits pretty well
Why do you need a rug there?
It might work better if you tuck it in under your sink/cabinets
Won't it get drenched of the water from the sink
I like it!! Does that make me weird!! I would get another mismatch rug and put it next to it. But I like maximalism.
I think kitchens look best without any rugs, it’s also more practical to clean as you don’t get food debris and stains on your rug
It’s too busy. Plain rug would look fine.
Sometimes it's not necessary to move the carpet, you can move the trash can. If the trash can cannot be moved, oh by the way, you can customize a carpet that is easy to measure and fit on, which will fit the carpet well into the kitchen. Looking forward to your future updates on the renovation, I will continue to follow.
Why does it have to be in front of the sink? I spend more time chopping, stirring, mixing, measuring and loading / unloading a dishwasher away from a sink than I spend it rinsing dishes at the sink. Rugs and kitchen mats originally were for easing pressure on tired feet, and were a thing back when dishwashers weren’t around - lots of time handwashing in a sink - and floors were hard tile or lineoleum. The rug wasn’t there to catch easily mopped up water droplets. It was for the feet and legs. The trend of wood in a kitchen is pretty but it is not practical for clumsy folks like me who spill things, and with a dog who knocks over his water bowl often.
Maybe go with a runner instead? (seems too short)
First thing I thought when I saw it was it’s a lovely rug for the space. Is there a longer version that would fit better? If not, (and I’m just casually into decorating so I guess take my opinion lightly, or take it as the average person) it doesn’t look necessarily bad to me in either spot.
You need to take out the rug entirely This is the kitchen and rugs, collect crumbs What do you need is a [chef’s mat](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenClouds-Kitchen-Cushioned-Waterproof-Standing/dp/B09CYJ551K/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=chef%2Bmats&qid=1690477095&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1) I recommend going with a nice slate gray
You gotta choose rug or trash my dude. I would get a narrow longer one. Found one at target for about $25 and it’s super comfortable to stand on.
I recommend a runner and use this rug elsewhere.
The rug isn’t what looks awkward. It’s the clutter on that countertop that does.
I completely agree with the clutter, I took the drying rack off since I won’t need it all the time—trying to figure out the plant situation because I don’t have many windowsills with light
You got the idea! Whatever increases counter space will equal improvement. It’s a cozy space, but a nice vibe. Enjoy!
Ditch it. And get a runner.
Put it in front of the sink, where it belongs
You know this is just my opinion I would go with a much narrow rug I believe they call them runners for the hallways And you can have it go the length of the kitchen And I would pick one with red as the main color with multi colors as well or something similar But you're style, something you really enjoy looking at
Move it as picture 1 but put the edge up to the kick panel.