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Sisal Area
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 8x11 Sisal Indoor Outdoor Rug Beige Taupe 8 x 11Patio Rug Leaves  US $159.95
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 2X3 SEAGRASS RUG US $7.50
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 3 PC Trellis Brown Area Rug Runner Doormat5x7 2x5 2x3 US $94.95
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 Ivory Red French Border Design 5 x 8 Area Rug US $74.95
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 Red Green Beige Medallion Floral Design 5 x 8 Area Rug US $74.95
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 Ivory Green Beige Medallion Floral Design 4 x 6 Area Rug US $49.95
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 4x6 Sisal Indoor Outdoor Rug Green Background w Beige Borders 4 x 6 Patio US $51.95
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 NATURAL HEAVY TEXTURE SISAL RUNNER 30 WIDTH US $56.00
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The Right Rug Pad for Sisal and Seagrass Rugs
Many people often ask me if their sisal or seagrass rug needs a rug pad and if yes, which rug pad is best. Sisal and seagrass rugs should be treated as any other area rug in terms of using the proper rug pad. My answer is that every sisal and seagrass rug needs a rug pad and the rug pad should be a solid one, not one with holes.
Sisal and seagrass rugs are flat rugs and are not very comfortable. The right rug pad will add comfort and make the rug more inviting to sit on. A rug pad will also prevent a sisal or seagrass rug from slipping. Lastly, a rug pad for sisal and seagrass rugs will prevent any damage occurring to the back of the rug and the floor.
A rug pad will prevent damage to the floor and the back of your rug
The back of sisal and seagrass rugs can either contain a sprayed on latex or be an open back, containing the fibers of the rug. In the first case, the spray latex on the back of a sisal or seagrass rug can break off and transfer to your floor. This can leave severe damage. Choose a solid rug pad in either a felt and rubber or a recycled jute to protect the floor.
If the back of your sisal or seagrass rug is open, then the fibers can experience premature wear as well as cause scratching to your floor. A solid rug pad will protect the back of the rug from wear as well as act as a barrier to protect the floor from scratches.
Prevent your sisal or seagrass rug from slipping
If your rug is on the smaller side or tends to slip, a felt and natural rubber rug pad will prevent the slipping and create safety. make sure the rubber is a real rubber layer as opposed to a spray adhesive or imitation rubber that can break down and harm your floor.
Add comfort to your sisal or seagrass rug
Sisal and seagrass rugs by nature are rouhh textured and not very comfortable. For a little extra comfort, you may use a 1/4 of an inch felt and natural rubber rug pad. If you desire even more comfort, there is a 3/8 of an inch recycled jute rug pad that is perhaps one of the most comfortable area rug pads available. It should be noted that this rug pad will not prevent slipping so it should be used under room size rugs or rugs with furniture holding them from slipping.
Since sisal and seagrass rugs need a rug pad, be sure to get the right one. A solid rug pad is best so try to avoid the open weave rug pads with the holes. This type of rug pad will not prevent as much damage from happening to your floor as the solid rug pads. You may view and read more about quality rug pads at Rug Pad Corner.
About the Author
Luis santamaria has been in the area rug trade for several years with experience in new and antique rug sales and service. His specialty is the preservation of area rugs and hardwood floors.
You may read more about rug pads and choose the best rug pads for sisal and seagrass rugs at www.rugpadcorner.com
Anyone using a sisal rug? Bamboo 'rug'?
I have found one that I really like but I have been told that they are not easy to clean and not really good for high traffic areas. Also I like the bamboo rugs but I am not certain about those for the same reasons. Any of you have any experience on these?
Yes I've used sisal and it is difficult to keep clean. Spills are difficult to clean up because they get into the weave and go straight through to the flooring below. Further, even vacuuming doesn't always get the grit that falls below the weave to the flooring underneath. It does not do well with moisture or applications where there is the potential for water to get on it as it molds/mildews easily. There is however, an all weather "faux" sisal (I got a wonderful area rug 5x8' that I use outside on my patio). It can be hosed off, is impervious to mold/mildew, wears better than sisal, it is less expensive than genuine sisal and is easier on the feet than sisal. I put a fabric border on my faux sisal rug with hot glue and it has been out there for 2 years looking like the day I purchased it. I got mine at chez Target Botique and they now carry ones with assorted fabric borders as well as without.
