Outdoor area rugs are commonly made from polypropylene and can be washed with hose water. The polypropylene material prevents the surface from being affected by mildew and rot. If you like a purple area rug and want to use it outdoors, make sure that it is made from the right kind of material.
There are two standard outdoor rugs including patio outdoor rug and braided outdoor rug. Patio rugs can be placed inside the living room so that it creates a sort of outdoor space for the children. Patio rugs can also be positioned in the outdoor seating area. Braided outdoor rugs are resistant to soil and long wearing. It is suitable for places that have high traffic. The blended fibers are made from wool, nylon and rayon. The hand guided sewing creates a unique pattern on the braided rug with slight color variation.
Outdoor area rugs are available in different shapes including rectangular, square, round, octagonal and oval. Oval and round shaped rug is suitable for positioning under the tables in the seating area in the patio.
There are a variety of outdoor area rugs. Persian area rugs have sophisticated design and bright colors. Oriental area rugs features patterns and design from Asian countries such as China. Tibetan area rugs feature uses tiger and geometric shapes for its design. Shag area rugs are originated from the 1970s. Modern shag area rugs have soft and thick fibers which is suitable for keeping the feet warm during the cold weather. Flokati area rugs is soft and durable. Flokati area rugs can be hand washed or cleaned in a washing machine. Contemporary area rugs have unique shapes and art so it is suitable for modern homes.
The materials will establish the prices and durability of the outdoor rug. Wool rugs have a higher quality compare with outdoor rugs made from synthetic materials. Wool rugs are made from different grade quality of wools. The higher the quality of the wool, the more durable the rug will be. Cotton rug is cheaper than wool rug but they tend to wear more quality. Silk rugs provide a shiny luster. Silk rugs need special care and cannot be cleaned in a washing machine. Instead, they should be washed by an expert carpet cleaner.
Before shopping around, you should determine the furniture that will be placed in relation to the rug. For on rug decorating, you should measure the width and length of the floor in the entire patio space. Off rug decorating involves taking measurement of the maximum length and width of the furniture. When taking measurement for off rug decorating, you should add a few inches to the sides. Recommended brands for outdoor area rugs include Virginia Oriental Area Rug, Super Non-slip Carpet, Ultra Non-slip Rug Pad, and Virginia Spiral Rug.