How Thick Should My Indoor Outdoor Carpet Runner Be?

By Zak Stanislawski

Indoor outdoor carpet is a type of carpet often used around pools, play rooms, decks, walk ways, patios, and porches It is durability allows it to endure moisture, weather, and pool chemicals. This carpet isn't as expensive as regular carpet and it gives a room a homier look.

The best kind of indoor out door carpet to choose is one that is made with Olefin. Carpet made with this material is usually treated so it will be stain resistant and moisture resistant. Some are even treated to protect against fading in the sun and harsh pool chemicals. This special treatment prolongs life of the carpet. Every few years the chemicals need to be reapply because over time the resistance wears down.

The higher grades of indoor outdoor carpet tend to be thicker and usually have a marine backing. The backing is important if the area you plan to use it will be exposed to high levels of moisture. This prevents mold and mildew problems.

You can find Indoor outdoor carpet in a large variety of colors, although green brown grey and black seems to be the color of choice.

Many use outdoor plush carpets for areas that are completely covered. This is because plus carpet tends to fade in the sun. It looks and feels different than the other carpets. If you are using plush carpet in high traffic areas you need a thicker carpet.

Astro turf is the last type of indoor outdoor carpet I will talk about. There are three kind's nylon, polyethylene and polypropylene. Polypropylene is used in golf course and is least expensive. Because of its soft material polyethylene is ideal for play areas. The last is nylon which you will often find on golf courses and playgrounds.

Outdoor carpet runners are small pieces of indoor outdoor carpet placed in entrance ways. This carpet needs to be at least 5/16" thick. It should have a backing that keeps it in place and prevents people from slipping. It like the other carpet should be treated to prevent stains and moisture builds up.

Before purchasing compare density and backing. The thicker the carpet the longer it will last and it will feel better to walk across. Make sure it has a moisture barrier if there is any chance that it will get wet. You would want to choose a higher quality thicker carpet if you plan to use it in areas with a lot of activities - 30228

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