Outdoor Carpet
Characteristics of Outdoor Carpet
Dries out quickly
Nothing is quite as unpleasant as stepping on a sopping wet carpet whether in bare feet or with shoes. And since outdoor carpet is exposed to the weather, it will get wet. Depending on your outdoor area, sometimes it will get soaked.So the first characteristic that we need is carpet that will dry out quickly. For this reason, we need carpet that is a thinner and looser construction, and made from fibers that don't absorb moisture readily. This allows the carpet to dry out quickly. The right outdoor carpet can make your outdoor living space enjoyable.
Resistant to rot and decay
Outdoor applications are tough. Many materials will rot and decay quickly when placed outside. So outdoor carpets need to be made of fibers that resist decay.Resistant to sun, fading, and UV rays
Finally, outdoor sun can fade things fast. It's disappointing to pick a nice green only to have it appear white in a couple months. So we need materials that are resistant to fading and damage from UV rays.Types of Outdoor carpet
Fake Grass
Fake grass is a popular outdoor carpet.
Fake grass comes in a choice of qualities and colors.
Fake grass carpet should not be confused with astroturf or artificial turf. We provide carpet for outdoor patios, swimming pool decks, outdoor decks, gazebos, sun rooms, etc. We do not provide a replacement for lawns. For that you should see a landscaping supplier.
Needlebond Carpet
Needlebond carpet on patio.
Since one way outdoor carpets can fail is delamination of the primary and secondary backing (due to high amounts of moisture), needlebond carpet makes the ideal outdoor carpet as it doesn't have a secondary backing. It's relatively thin, and dries out quickly. It's the king of outdoor carpets.
Looks great with outdoor furniture.