Floral Outdoor Rugs

Floral Outdoor Rugs

Want to add more flowers to your patio? More color to your deck? A floral outdoor rug will do the trick!

Why A Floral Outdoor Rug?

A floral rug shows that you care about your home. It brings a splash of bright and soft color to your exterior and sets your house apart.

Decorating your outdoor spaces is just as important as decorating your interior. In fact, if you're decorating an area that your guests will see before they enter your home, it's almost more critical because it makes the first impression.

Some examples of how a decorator might use a floral outdoor rug are highlighted below for inspiration:

• A floral outdoor mat at your front door, making a cheerful first impression to complement a bright entryway.
• A pair of tropical outdoor rugs to dress up your patio space; one in front of the grill to catch oil splatters and one at the center of your seating area.
• A navy blue floral outdoor rug on your patio to accent your nautical decor and bring a calming air to your gatherings.

A Closer Look At Floral Rugs

A floral indoor/outdoor rug can also bring life to your interior spaces. They're best for indoor areas that receive a lot of dirt and moisture, where a more delicate rug wouldn't work. For example, your mudroom or kitchen entryway.

Floral patterns are popular in design because of the psychology associated with them. Not only do most people enjoy giving and receiving flowers, they like to see them. A floral indoor/outdoor rug might make your guests think of:

• Happiness
• Joy
• Creativity
• Relaxation

The color you select for your rug will further accent its psychological effects. While you'll want to make sure your rug has colors that will go with your existing decor, you can:

• Lean toward bold, saturated color to energize and excite.
• Use lighter colors to calm and relax.

Is A Floral Outdoor Rug Right For Me?

With thousands of options, anyone can find the right floral rug for their outdoor space. The following tips will help you narrow it down so you can find the perfect choice for your house:

• Size. Measure your space carefully and make sure your rug is large enough. If it'll be at a sitting area, select a rug that's large enough to hold all chairs, while occupied, without the back legs hanging off.
• Shape. Pick a shape that goes well with the function and feel of your area. Go with a round rug if you have rounded elements and pick a square rug for square rooms, etc.
• Material and thickness. Most outdoor rugs are made of durable materials, but you'll have a choice ranging from bamboo to nylon with everything in between. Consider the traffic the area will receive to find the right material. The same can be said for thickness"?the higher the traffic, the thinner the rug.

Choosing The Perfect Floral Indoor/Outdoor Rug

Once you know what size and shape you need, and if you want a specific material or thickness, plug in your parameters to the filters above. Your search will show you the perfect rugs for your home so you can make the best possible choice.

Remember to consider a pad on the bottom to prevent slippage, especially if your rug will be in an indoor space.