I have a washable lorena canals rug in my kitchen. Sometimes food/drink has been spilled on it, but after washing it always looks brand new.

I love these rugs. No rug pad necessary because they have a latex backing. I have washed them in the washing machine, and they come out great. I had a bad experience with Ruggables curling up on the ends.

https://www.amazon.com/stores/MaplesRugs/page/FC970DE9-5371-4031-AD51-EEAB04B49789?ref_=ast_bln

Yes, we have two Persian wool runners with rug pads. They've held up very well and the pattern hides lots.

Does anyone have a rug in their kitchen? I have a very white kitchen and want to inject some color and texture, but I imagine a kitchen rug would get beat up with water dripping and food spills? Has that been an issue for you? I would potentially center it between my sink and oven, which are on opposite walls. Feedback, recommendations welcome!