Comments on: Can I use an indoor thick wool-like rug on a screened porch?

By: jmada05

jmada05 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:52:22 +0000

Would be OK for awhile, but eventually will not hold up with the changing weather elements(rain/snow etc) but since your only other option is to throw it away, I would use it on porch until it has to be pitched,@ least you will some more time/use out of it. jmada05

By: dawnb

dawnb — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:35:01 +0000

It’s not dangerous, just not a good idea. Indoor rug materials cannot hold up to the elements and even though it’s a screened porch, rain will still get to it. Most places sell polypropylene rugs that are so beautiful and soft, it’s hard to tell they are for outdoor use. They are sun resistant and to clean merely hose them off. I purchased mine from the Frontgate catalog but Grandinroad catalog offers a selection as well and I’m seeing them pop up in other places as well. dawnb

By: reagans_n_kanes_mommy

reagans_n_kanes_mommy — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:44:03 +0000

If the area can get wet I would not use the rug out there in fear of it getting moldy. If it stays dry all year long and there is no way of water hitting the rug then i say go for it. If it does get wet and icky worst comes to worst it was already stained and you have to throw it out now. reagans_n_kanes_mommy

By: busybody123

busybody123 — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:14:29 +0000

There is no real danger. I assume that the question has to do with moisture. Ever sleep in a tent and wake up damp from dew? This will happen to your rug. If the rug stays wet for long, it will get moldy.

OK, we’ve been beat to death about the danger of mold. The real deal is this….we live with mold every day. Keep an eye on the rug and your nose alert. If you see or smell any signs of mold, take action. Hang the rug up on the line or spread it out on the lawn in the sun. Sunshine is great for getting rid of mildew. If it recurs over and again, then it is a bad place for that rug.

If you’re worried about ruining the rug…we’ll I guess you’re not worried about that, nevermind. busybody123

By: Maryn Bittner

Maryn Bittner — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:39:11 +0000

I wouldn’t. Mold is a sure thing, unless you live in a desert. You also face the likelihood of wet rot and/or mushrooms or other fungi growing from it. (Trust me and my wet basement to tell you the truth. It was so gross!)

However, if you’re nearly ready to throw the rug out, it’s worth a shot. Ideally, keep it rolled up on the screened porch, near the house, except when it’s in use. Or keep it spread but well away from the edges (and sources of blowing rain). Any time you’ve had a damp spell, toss it over a fence or clothesline to dry thoroughly. Bring it in over the winter. You might get a few more seasons of use from it. Maryn Bittner

By: CJH

CJH — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:10:59 +0000

It depends on how exposed to the elements the porch is. If the rug will be getting rained or snowed on, eventually it will begin to get mold on it and create a health problem. If you can use it in the warm months, then clean it, roll it up and store it during months the porch isn't in use, then you might get more use out of it. If you can throw it in the washer to keep it clean and fresh, you could use it too. CJH

By: Joanne A. W

Joanne A. W — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:50:15 +0000

If it were me, I'd use it. The only problem I see is if it get wet from rain or snow. But you could always roll it up. Joanne A. W

By: wrensnest

wrensnest — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:07:02 +0000

it is okay with me whereever you want to use it. wrensnest

By: allicatmeowhisspurr

allicatmeowhisspurr — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 03:41:31 +0000

I would say yes as long and nothing gets wet in there… otherwise you will have the problem of mold growing… Outdoor rugs have space in the material to breathe. allicatmeowhisspurr

By: C M

C M — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:53:10 +0000

I think you can as long as it will stay dry. The only thing I would worry about is probably spiders. Just make sure you keep the area clean and dry. C M