Indoor and Outdoor Bamboo Rug Use
Bamboo has been used for area rugs and flooring in Asian households for centuries, and bamboo rugs are becoming a more popular trend in Western countries today. Bamboo rugs can add style and cool to almost any room or outdoor space. But not only do they look great, they are also eco friendly. Bamboo is one of the most easily-renewable materials we have available to us, and harvesting bamboo causes no damage to the ecosystem. Here are some of the benefits of bamboo rugs.
Aesthetics
Bamboo as a material for rugs might seem an odd choice to people who are used to seeing rugs made mainly out of cloth fabrics. But bamboo rugs have a very unique look. Because of their naturalistic color and smooth texture, they can feel both rustic and modern at once. Different kinds of rugs are woven differently and they are usually held together with cotton fibers. Rug sizes can range from door-mat size to rugs that are big enough to hold a dinner table.
Durability
Bamboo rugs are highly durable, and are thus great for using in high-traffic areas of your house. Bamboo's natural resistance to the elements makes bamboo rugs perfect for outdoor use. They are water resistant and thus easy to clean and they are naturally fire-repellant. The traditional felt backing on most bamboo rugs prevents them from being slippery and also avoids causing scratches on the floor from the rough edges and corners of the rug.
Cleaning
Taking care of bamboo rugs is a lot easier than caring for rugs made with traditional fabrics. Because they are water resistant, bamboo rugs are more difficult to stains. Spills only require that you wipe down the rug with a dry towel to absorb the moisture and that's it. If you want to roll up the rug for storage, just make sure that it is dry before doing so, as leaving moisture in the folds can cause mildew or mold. For the most part, though, cleaning your bamboo rug means simply picking it up and shaking it to get rid of loose dirt and dust layers. It is important, however, that you avoid leaving your bamboo mats and rugs exposed to direct sunlight for too long, as this can lead to premature discoloration in the bamboo.
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I love having a bamboo rug it gives a unique look to my living room and I also use it sometimes out on my back porch. I found mine at www.OutdoorRugsOnly.com and they have different colors depending on where you are going to put yours. Plus they have free shipping.
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