Thursday, 4 October 2012

Choosing The Right Outdoor Rugs For Patios

By Idah Z. Edwards


For a fun undertaking this summer try finding the perfect outdoor rugs for patios in your yard. Selecting a decorative rug is simple enough. You only have to search out the best rug design and type to suit your needs. However, you might also want to pay some attention to the practical side of having outdoor rugs. Most outdoor rugs need to survive for several years in the elements like rain, snow, and hot weather.

Able to withstand the elements, outdoor patio rugs are also resistant to stains and durable. You won't want that rug to be destroyed during the first rainstorm. Polypropylene, nylon, acrylic and DuraCord are all fibers used to produce outdoor rugs. These rugs are basically made from synthetic materials and won't degrade or fall apart when exposed to the weather.

Before buying a rug take a good look at its material to see that it will last outside while also been plush underfoot. Soft and thick to the touch, polypropylene is an excellent fiber that is used both indoors and outdoors. Nylon and acrylic are more affordable, but also supply some of the same characteristics as indoor rugs. Rug weavers also use these three different materials in the creation of indoor carpeting. Other types of rugs may be made from natural fibers like bamboo or reeds. Nonetheless, these rugs aren't going to be as soft underfoot.

Shopping for rugs with a rubberized backing also makes sure the rug will get good traction on whatever surface it's laid. Heavy rubber and foam rugs are also very good foot support for people and do have some decorative designs. Additionally, foam rubber is straightforward to clean off with the garden hose. Some rugs with fibers may have to be scrubbed clean or if they are small enough placed into the washing machine. Be certain to examine at the care instructions for any rug before buying it to use on your outdoor patio.

Less expensive synthetic fibers provide some of the same characteristics for a better price. Square or round area rugs are just a few of the shapes and designs available for customers looking for a rug. In any case, what you happen to select the rug that you like the best. Natural materials and synthetic fibers are both required in the creation of outdoor rugs for patios. Several of the higher quality synthetic fabrics like polypropylene and DuraCord work very well outdoors and also provide plenty of plush support for the feet. Truly to help the environment out, some homeowners may decide to purchase a natural fiber rug instead.




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