Runner Rugs

Indoor outdoor rugs are no longer the astroturf that you might be accustomed to having seen in the past.  Think back to the days of the Brady Bunch and the image might resonate.

These days, there are plenty of indoor outdoor rugs in just about every style imaginable.  What used to be a novelty that lacked in the looks department, but was overlooked because of its versatility, is now something that could just as easily make a decorative statement in a house or other setting.

Built first and foremost to withstand weather conditions like rain and snow, not to mention the ability to endure dirt and other debris, indoor outdoor rugs are much more durable than the regular indoor rugs that may be present in your home.

While they make great pieces when used outside, you may want to consider using an indoor outdoor rug in your home for one of the following purposes.

If there’s a room in your home that happens to be the first one people walk into, you may want to use an indoor/outdoor rug.  Dirt from shoes and other substances will be no threat to the long-term well being of an indoor outdoor carpet or rug.

Another setting that it’s ideal for is a household with children.  As you know, children can leave quite the mess behind, regardless of what they happen to be doing.  Food stains, dirt stains, and general physical contact that may lead to wear and tear are handled much more effectively by indoor outdoor rugs.

Others choose to use indoor/outdoor rugs as kitchen rugs.  Being that the floor is hard in a kitchen, they’re sometimes used as area rugs to add some flavor to the room.  Since kitchens are prone to a lot of food, and also happen to be a room that people are likely to wear their shoes in, an indoor outdoor rug is ideal for this room.

Additionally, anyone with a pet may be interested in purchasing indoor outdoor rugs for the home.  Pets are the only bigger threat to a carpet or rug than children (and the jury’s still out on that one).  Indoor outdoor rugs near doorways that your dog uses as an entry point from the house to your yard can help to keep your home clean, essentially acting as a mat that gathers dirt when your pet comes back into the house.  Sisal rugs may be perfect for a setting like this.

The best course of action to take if you’re looking for indoor outdoor rugs is to get a feel for what they look like by visiting some stores locally, or by browsing the web from home.  You’ll quickly see hundreds of different styles in varying sizes too.

Determine the size of the rug (measured in square feet) that you’re looking for and the price you’re prepared to pay.  There are cheap indoor outdoor rugs that sell for less than $50, and higher end ones that sell for hundreds of dollars.  Once you know your budget and square footage requirements, simply find one that’s visually appealing.  Even though you can expect them to get dirty, they’ll still hold up really well over time.