Tips For Choosing The Right Outdoor Rugs For Your Patio

Rug Source’s outdoor rugs help homeowners create more stylish and comfortable outdoor living spaces!

Key Takeaways 

• Finding the perfect outdoor rug should be based on factors like your patio’s layout, size, and existing furniture arrangement. 

• Be sure that your new outdoor rug is made from weather-resistant, durable materials that can easily handle various conditions. 

• Use rug patterns and colors to cohesively complement your existing patio décor.

• Consider how much moisture, foot traffic, and sunlight your outdoor rug might encounter. 

• The right rug placement and size can ultimately make your outdoor living spaces feel a lot more inviting.

Give Your Patio A More Finished Look With An Outdoor Rug 

Patios have long been household spaces that feature so much more than a grill and a few chairs, because for a lot of homeowners, patios are essentially outdoor living rooms we gather in for meals, relaxing with books and entertaining guests. 

What’s great about our vast selection of outdoor rugs is there’s something for everyone in terms of making patios feel more finished and comfortable. It’s easy to see how area rugs add texture and color to patios, and you’ll also have a wide range of shapes, sizes, and styles to choose from to complement any décor aesthetic. 

But with so many great choices available on our website, how exactly can you know which specific outdoor rug is the right choice for your patio? Here are some tips from our décor experts that can make your outdoor rug shopping process much easier!

Start By Keeping Your Patio’s Layout & Size In Mind 

Before diving into shopping factors like color or pattern, you’ll first need to determine the exact amount of space you actually have for your new patio rug. This essentially means that your outdoor rugs should complement your space’s proportions, instead of potentially overwhelming it. 

For example, you should consider a rug that’s large enough to visually connect the furniture arrangement in a seating area. Depending on specific arrangements, you also might want the front legs of sofas and chairs to rest on top of the rug—because this will create a more unified look. 

Smaller outdoor rugs tend to work really well beneath bistro tables, near doorways, or in more compact seating areas. Runner rugs can also be a good option to keep in mind for narrow walkways, patios, or any other elongated spaces. 

But if you’re ever in doubt, try measuring your furniture arrangement before making any final purchasing decisions. Simply knowing your ideal rug measurements can go a long way to more efficiently filter your search toward exactly what you need!

Choosing Rug Materials That Are Designed For Outdoor Living Spaces

Outdoor rugs are much different than traditional rugs that go indoors, because they must be able to withstand moisture, sunlight, dirt and temperature shifts. This is why material is a top priority when shopping for outdoor rugs, and this is particularly the case when shopping online and not being able to physically touch your top options. 

A lot of outdoor rugs are made from synthetic materials like polyester, polypropylene, and nylon because of durability, resistance to outdoor conditions, and easy upkeep. What’s also great about some outdoor rugs is they’ve been uniquely designed to resist mildew, mold and fading. 

Natural materials will offer a different aesthetic. Some examples include jute and sisal, which provide a textured, organic look that pairs beautifully alongside natural food furniture and in more relaxed outdoor spaces. However, it’s important to note that jute and sisal rugs are typically best suited for covered porches and patios to avoid moisture exposure.

So, always be sure to keep your patio’s specific environment in mind before choosing certain rug materials!

Matching An Outdoor Rug With Your Existing Furniture Setup

It’s also important to remember that your new outdoor rug doesn’t necessarily need to match every single piece of patio furniture you own, but it generally should work in a way that blends into your space’s overall design and color scheme. 

If your patio furniture is neutral, patterned rugs can help introduce more visual interest and personality. Geometric rugs can also do a great job of complementing contemporary furniture, whereas more traditional designs often work great alongside classic outdoor furnishings. 

On the other hand, more neutral rugs can also provide visual balance if your patio already features patterned furniture, colorful cushions, or any other bold accessories. 

Don’t be afraid to use your outdoor rug as a starting point for creating a new patio color palette, because just pulling a couple colors from your other accessories can make your outdoor living space feel a lot more intentionally designed!

Consider How You’ll Use Your Patio Space

Your household’s lifestyle should also heavily influence your outdoor rug investment. 

If your patio will mainly be used for quiet mornings and cups of coffee, you’ll have some more flexibility in terms of potentially choosing lighter colors and delicate-looking textures. But if your patio will be used for summer gatherings and family dinners, you’ll probably want something that can more easily handle heavy foot traffic and inevitable spills. 

Homes with pets and children also often benefit a lot from easy-care outdoor rugs, which includes many rug styles that can be rinsed or spot-cleaned. 

Be sure to consider where furniture will sit, where people will walk, and which parts of your outdoor rug will experience the most wearing. These smaller details can be very helpful when choosing a rug that’ll perform well and look great throughout the foreseeable future!

Create A Patio Design You’ll Want To Use With Rug Source’s Selection Of High-Quality Outdoor Rugs

The best outdoor rugs aren’t necessarily the most elaborate or expensive options, because your perfect fit will match your space, complement your furniture setup, and be easily capable of handling how you actually use your patio on a daily basis. 

When you keep some of the above basics in mind at the beginning of your rug search, finding the perfect outdoor rug becomes a lot easier. And here at Rug Source, we pride ourselves on offering expert assistance for all of our clients—so, you can always speak with our specialists when you have questions or concerns about certain options. 

Reach out to us online or give us a call at 980-422-4080 today to get help finding a rug style that brings your outdoor living space fully together!