Amazon is selling a washable area rug for only $45

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Why we love this deal

If you're planning to redecorate or remodel part of your home in the new year, shopping around for the best home improvement deals at Amazon is a great way to avoid overspending. You can find tons of discounts on all kinds of product categories — including work gloves, tools and toolboxes, lighting strips, sinks or shower heads, storage shelving, shades and curtains — between 10% and 64% off right now.

When you get around to updating your entryway or living room decor, be sure to check out Amazon's deal on the $50 Genimo Washable Area Rug, which can be yours for just $45 right now. That's 10% off the usual retail price; thousands of reviewers rave about it.

Genimo Washable Area Rug, $45 (was $50) at Amazon

Why do shoppers love it?

Shoppers love the vivid colors, attractive patterns, and soft feel of this straightforward area rug. It comes nicely packaged, it doesn't shed fibers when you vacuum it, and it looks great with the rest of your home's decor. Some shoppers recommend using a rug pad for added stability.

"Buy this rug," said one reviewer. "I didn't realize it's such a mission to find a washable runner that's actually pretty, but I finally found this one. The colors are beautiful; the pattern's lovely. It's soft, it lays pretty flat, and the backing holds it in position well. I haven't washed it yet, but it doesn't smell or leak water, and it's thin, so it seems easy to get clean. It's the perfect size, too. I love it."

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Details to know

• Sizes available: 1 foot 4 inches by 3 feet 11 inches to 10 feet by 14 feet.
• Color options: These rugs are available in about 73 different colors and patterns, but pricing varies quite a bit from one option to the next.
• Is it machine-washable?: Yes.

These washable area rugs come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, and patterns, ranging from small doormats to 10-by-14-foot options — though pricing can vary quite a bit, depending on what you're after. This particular deal features the 8-by-10-foot rug in an abstract gray-and-white style. Each rug is made of durable, water-repellent polypropylene with a non-slip rubber backing, and it'll look great with most of your home's existing decor. It comes rolled up, but you should be able to get it lying perfectly flat and smooth after about 24 hours.

The low-pile fibers and non-slip backing ensure long-term safety and stability, so you're fine to place the rug in a high-traffic area like your living room, dining room, or entryway. And you can keep it clean from day to day with regular vacuuming to get rid of any pet hair or light debris. If you need to toss it in the washing machine, just use a gentle cycle with cold water — no bleach or strong detergents — and then air-dry it for the sake of longevity.

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Ready to spruce up your living room with some new furniture and decor for the new year? For a limited time, save on the Genimo Washable Area Rug at Amazon.