Natural fiber floor coverings will always bring an element of nature and a sense of balance to a space. Sometimes the rough texture is a turn off to clients. The lack of stain resistance can be challenging when incorporating natural fibers into a client’s busy household. Still achieve the look, you the designer, imagined in the space…
When planning the space for the client’s home, consider an Indoor/Outdoor Flat Woven floor covering.These are a synthetic fiber & flat woven to mimic a natural rug sisal or jute rug. Made from polypropylene – excellent for color fastness and water resistance. These are easier to care for and clean – this style rugs can be taken outside and washed with water and air dry. Better yet, they are considered an indoor/ outdoor – they will hold up to the elements and daily home life. Adding a benefit for the client who has a growing family and busy schedule.
The synthetic material allows for beautiful and elegant patterns to be effortlessly created. Simple flat woven options mimicking casual sisal and jute to more colorful diamond and more geometric patterns. Here are some of our favorites that are a great alternative to sisal and jute area rugs. Read more about synthetic indoor/outdoor fibers here.
Most of these rug options are of natural color tones making it a great alternative to jute and sisal rugs. The neutral colors mimic colors found or natural dyed jute or sisal rugs making it a way to incorporate a natural look.To make sure the color is absolutely right, request a complimentary sample or two!