Natural fiber rugs include wool, cotton, silk, sisal, hemp and jute. You can also classify animal hides as a natural fiber rug. These rugs are often used for elaborate, hand-crafted rug designs. When thinking of a wool or cotton rug you may think of an older vintage design. Rugs like these speak to a rustic period in time. While synthetic rugs may appeal to the modern eye and design. Both rug materials have their place in a home depending on the personality and theme of the room they’ll be in.
Natural fibers are highly absorbent. This can also be a bit of a drawback, because natural fiber rugs absorb lots of water, you need to be very careful with how you clean them. In fact, water saturation should be avoided altogether to avoid damaging your rug’s color or fibers, so no steam cleaning. In addition, some natural carpet fibers have very thick weaves. While thick weaves make great dirt catchers, they can also feel coarse on bare feet.
The bottom line? Natural fiber rugs are perfect for the indoors, adding plenty of style and comfort to any living room, bedroom or hallway through their warm textures and colors. But if you need an area rug for your patio or a high traffic area in your home, you may want to take a look at synthetic material.
Pros
Static-free
Requires careful rug cleaning
Elegant textures
Cons
Some weaves can be tough on bare feet
Sustainable
Plenty of soft, silky, or woven textures
Synthetic rugs are those made from non-natural materials such as nylon, polypropylene, acrylic and polyester. Rugs made from these materials are often manufactured by power looms in a rug factory. Some consumers may choose rugs like these for their bright and vibrant color schemes and affordable price. Right off the bat, the term “synthetic” may be an immediate turn-off to you as a homeowner as it implies that they are “fake.” But as a maker of high-quality natural fiber area rugs, we also know that synthetic rugs can look and feel amazing while offering superior durability. These materials have been specially manufactured to be incredibly durable and easy to clean, making them a cinch to maintain all year long. And unlike their natural fiber counterparts, water is no issue allowing them to resist mold build-up as well. They also won’t fade in direct sunlight, making synthetic rugs the perfect outdoor option.
Pros
Easy to clean
Mold/mildew resistant
Durable
Cons
Prone to show abrasive scratches
Oil can leave a stain
May fade in the sun
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