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Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Kitchen?
I am a long time ago poster (probably haven't posted over here in over 3 years) and will probably be coming back more frequently as we just moved into our brand new construction home in Feb. Lots to decorate!
Anyway, we have a very large breakfast room and I want to put a rug underneath the table. The problem? I have 16 month old twins and a 4 year old who are all still very messy eaters.
I was thinking an indoor/outdoor rug might be a good solution, but them wondering if that would cause damage to my hardwood floors.
Good or bad idea?



Katie: 1/16/08 2lbs. 15oz.
Abby & Emily: 12/31/10 6lbs. 2oz. & 5lbs. 7oz.
Re: Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Kitchen?
I had an indoor/outdoor rug in my kitchen for years!
Worked great, easy care, easy clean. I just got rid of it about 2 weeks ago because it was looking worn/wanted the update and it was seagrass and it was a little rough on my 9 month old's knees. I moved it to our mudroom...so it's still going strong.
I replaced it with a cheap Target rug. It looks good. I just shake out and vacuum as necessary. I'll take the hose to it on occassion. I figure it was less than $40.00 when it's wrecked it's wrecked.
I don't think it would ruin your floors at all. Most indoor/outdoor rugs can be a bit scratchy on the top but most have a backing on them.