8 Best Outdoor Rugs for Patio Primping (2025)

Few decorative pieces possess the power to elevate a yardscape quite like the best outdoor rugs. In fact, more often than not, they tend to effortlessly tie the whole space together by grounding your furniture and lending the area a sense of scale.

Outdoor rugs are designed specifically for high-traffic areas like outdoor spaces, mudrooms, and kitchens, so you can expect some serious durability. We’ve selected a list of handwoven, low-maintenance, and design-forward picks for giving your patio, porch, or poolside oasis a facelift. Ahead, discover the best outdoor rugs that will ground your space in style.

Our top picks for the best outdoor rugs

Editor’s Note: For the sake of consistency, we listed the 5×7′ or 6×9′ prices throughout. If you’re looking for something smaller or larger, though, most of these rugs are available in a variety of sizes and/or shapes.

The best outdoor rugs, overall

Jute is one of the most budget-friendly natural fibers out there. It also makes a great indoor-outdoor area rug option, since it offers some fun texture inside the house. This handwoven design is stain-, water-, and fade-resistant, plus made from eco-friendly materials like jute and cotton. Looking for a styling recommendation? If you have a multicolor scenario happening—brightly hued chairs or a funky bistro set—use this rug as an anchor of sorts.

Imitating Mediterranean villa tiles, this piece from Lulu & Georgia makes a charming statement in your outdoor space, but paired with some more minimal outdoor furniture pieces can form a mellow, European-inspired backdrop. Or go full Italian palatial with travertine details, pedestal planters, and a Cupid fountain.

This rug is contemporary but still grounding, and it delivers a certain upscale resort look worthy of a well-designed outdoor space. It merges bohemian style with modern design and we especially like that it’s—as Ruggable always is—machine-washable. It’s also made to be extra durable, and it works just as well indoors.

Amazon has achieved the antique Moroccan rug look for under $130, as well as made it suitable for high-traffic areas and outdoor spaces. The pattern and weave on this piece looks about as authentic as it gets for under $200, and it will look all the more legitimate underneath a few gorgeous pieces of teak furniture. This outdoor rug comes in quite literally every size, so you’re sure to find just the right dimensions, whether you’re looking for an outdoor dining pad or an entryway design lift.

With a traditional Southwestern design, this rug is flatweave and made from 100% polyester, making it perfect for high-traffic areas. It’s fade-resistant and offers a subtle pattern that would pair well with lots of different decor styles. It also comes in two other colorways, including gray and cream, but this one strikes the perfect balance of light and dark.

This rug is made of synthetic materials and features a super interesting color combination of olive green and black, which makes it the perfect option if you’re looking to add an earthy feel to your porch. At 12-inches in height, the low-pile design won’t get in the way. It’s also completely stain-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about it wearing over time.

Something about the color combo in this reversible rug reminds us of a beach sunset, and we’re into it. It’s made of recycled polyester and designed to stand up to anything, including spills and heavy foot traffic. Seen here in cobalt, it’s also available in a black, yellow, and terra-cotta combo.

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor, this unique rug from Sundays plays with an unexpected color palette—a dusty, pastel teal against jute—and pattern, dueling stripes. This feels Scandinavian and minimalist without leaning so stark—it still maintains a sense of personality and playfulness for making your poolside setup feel more fun than strictly professional.

What are outdoor rugs made of?

There are some obvious differences between an indoor rug and one used for outdoor living—you won’t see the same type of rug you’d pick for your dining room or living space on your outdoor patio too often. Indoor rugs can be more plush, allowing your feet to sink in a bit. But that’s not always the case—after all, an outdoor rug can easily make the transition indoors (once cleaned, of course; more on that below).

Common materials for outdoor rugs include polyester, jute, olefin, nylon, sisal, and polypropylene. All of these are sturdier fibers that are mildew-resistant and can withstand many different climates—wool is beautiful, but it wouldn’t last two minutes in an unexpected rainstorm. Most also have a latex backing or rug pad built into the back to keep things from sliding around.

How to care for an outdoor rug

It’s easy to drop a patio rug off in its new home and then completely forget about it. But weather is wild, weather is unpredictable, and direct sunlight can do a number on your new textile. There are ways to ward off mildew and keep your rug soft for bare feet.

And no matter where you buy your outdoor rug from, it will come with care instructions. The first and easiest way to lengthen the life and vibrancy of your new rug is to follow those guidelines. Your rug care plan will depend on what it’s made of—sturdier jute rugs will require less spot cleaning. There are designs out there that can be tossed in the washing machine (a great perk!). Anything that even leans toward “plush” will need a more involved cleaning regime. For most designs, plan to shake it out every couple of weeks followed by a good vacuum.