Transform your outdoor living area with a rug that handles sun, rain, and daily foot traffic without losing its appeal. The Elain Black Washable Indoor-Outdoor Rug -- available at Sideboards and Things with free shipping -- is a flat-woven outdoor rug designed to bring modern pattern and practical durability to patios, decks, poolsides, and sunrooms. Outdoor rugs anchor furniture groupings and define zones in open-air spaces, and this UV-stabilized design ensures the rich black color and graphic stripe pattern resist fading season after season.
Elain Black Washable Indoor-Outdoor Rug Features:
- Available Sizes: 2'3" x 7'6" (runner), 2'6" x 3'10", 3' x 5', 5' x 7'6", 8' x 8" (square), 8' x 10', 9' x 12', 10' x 14"
- Material: Polyester
- Color/Finish: Black with stripe pattern
- Weight (lbs): 4 to 40 depending on size
- Construction: Ultra-thin flat woven with non-skid backing
- UV Stabilized: Yes, for indoor or outdoor use
- Machine Washable: Yes (residential machines for smaller sizes, commercial or hose-off for larger)
- Country of Origin: USA
Why Choose an Outdoor Rug from Sideboards and Things?
An outdoor rug pulls together seating arrangements on your patio or under a pergola, defining the space the way an indoor rug anchors a dining or living room. This flat-woven design fits easily under furniture legs, and the integrated non-skid backing keeps it secure on composite decking, tile, and concrete. Browse our outdoor rugs collection for sizes that match your layout, and explore all outdoor furnishings to complete your patio or deck setup. The black colorway pairs well with metal, wood, and wicker frames, and the stripe pattern adds visual interest without overwhelming other outdoor accessories.
Care and Maintenance
Polyester fibers dry quickly after rainfall and resist mildew, making this rug a practical choice for uncovered patios. Smaller sizes (up to approximately 5' x 7'6") fit in residential washing machines for easy cleaning. Larger sizes can be washed in commercial machines or simply hosed off with mild soap and water, then air-dried flat. Regular maintenance involves vacuuming without a beater bar, shaking out debris, or sweeping with a soft broom. The stain-resistant surface handles spills from outdoor dining and play, and the non-reversible construction means you always place the non-skid backing down for secure footing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this rug safe for full sun exposure on a deck?
- Yes, the rug is UV stabilized to resist fading when exposed to sunlight, making it ideal for uncovered patios and decks.
- Can I use this rug indoors as well as outside?
- Absolutely -- the ultra-thin profile and non-skid backing work equally well in sunrooms, mudrooms, kitchens, and high-traffic indoor hallways.
- How do I clean this outdoor rug?
- Smaller sizes are machine washable in residential machines; larger sizes should be washed in commercial machines or hosed off outside with mild soap and water, then air-dried.
- Will the rug stay in place on my patio tiles?
- Yes, the incorporated non-skid backing keeps the rug securely positioned on tile, composite decking, and concrete surfaces.
- Is the stripe pattern the same on both sides?
- No, this rug is non-reversible -- the top displays the black stripe pattern, and the underside features the non-skid backing.
- Does Sideboards and Things offer free delivery for outdoor rugs?
- Yes, we provide free curbside delivery to the continental USA; white-glove in-home delivery and placement are available upon request for an additional fee.