Winter Outdoor Rugs Keep The Inside Of Your Home Clean

Why have an outdoor winter rug?

There are a lot of benefits to outdoor winter rugs. For one, they help keep your home and floors clean. When you place a rug outside, it designates a spot where people can wipe their shoes or take them off before entering rather than tracking wetness and dirt inside. 

Don’t want to put the rug outside? You can still use outdoor winter rugs in your indoor entryways and mudrooms. The effect is the same: it will keep dirt and moisture from being brought further inside.

Outdoor rugs also add a nice design element to the entryway of your home. You can pick designs and colors that go with the aesthetic and create an amazing first impression for your guests. They can also cover up anything you don’t want to be seen on your floors or make outdoor patio areas cozier.

What materials are best for outdoor winter rugs?

Not all rugs are suitable for the outdoors, so it's important to choose one that can withstand being exposed to the elements. Rugs that are 100 percent polypropylene, for example, will not fade from the sun or develop mold or mildew when wet. These types of outdoor rugs are designed with durability in mind and are excellent for wiping off your shoes before entering the home. 

Another benefit of polypropylene rugs is that they have the look and feel of natural fibers. Natural-fiber rugs are a popular interior decorating accessory, but they cannot handle outdoor environments as well. With polypropylene, you get the best of both worlds, as you won't have to sacrifice style for practicality. 

How to maintain an outdoor winter rug

There are several steps you can take to clean your outdoor winter rug and increase its longevity. The first is spot cleaning. Treat any spills right away. You can even use a hose when you have larger stains and then dry by elevating your outdoor rug off the ground.

For ongoing maintenance, make sure you vacuum your outdoor winter rug regularly without the beater bar. Frequent vacuuming gets rid of build-up in your rug and increases its lifespan. 

Sometimes the corners of your outdoor winter rug will curl over time and create a safety hazard. You can moisten the edges to combat curling or invest in a curl stop to prevent it.

What materials are a bad idea for outdoor winter rugs?

When looking for outdoor winter rugs, there are materials you want to avoid. Jute is one of the major ones. Jute doesn’t do well with moisture, being incredibly susceptible to mold and mildew. Since outdoor winter rugs are meant to stand up to snow, a jute rug is not a good option. The same goes for wool and hemp rugs.

Outdoor winter rugs for every home

Browse our winter outdoor rug selection to find the perfect solution for your home. With a wide selection of colors and patterns, you're sure to find the right rug to suit your style.