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Warm lighting and outdoor rugs




                                                                                to a backing material such as woven fibre,
                                                                                (e.g., wool, nylon or polypropylene), non-
                                                          rustic cedar plank floors
                                                                                woven or film.  Carpet is different from
                                                                                soft floor coverings such as mats and rugs
                                                                                in that it is made from many yarns, which
           Outdoor Flooring to spruce up Outdoor   types of flooring available, from durable   are often tufted into the backing material
           Spaces.                            ceramic tiles to rustic cedar planks, to   and bound together with another binding
             Whether you are thinking about   natural looking paving stone, there is   material such as twine or wrap.  The use of
           covering an entire patio or just a small   something for every homeowner and   carpets in outdoor areas is often overlooked,
           section of it, there are many considerations   every type of space.  but they can be an ideal way to enhance the
           to take into account.  Choosing the right                            outdoor living space.   Outdoor carpets
           flooring for an outdoor area is the first   Outdoor Carpets and Rugs.  are made from durable material that will
           step towards creating a functional and   Carpet  flooring  is  a  floor  covering   withstand the salty sea air and the harsh UV
           stylish space.  There are so many different   consisting of an upper layer of pile attached
                                                                                rays eating down on them.
                                                                                  Outdoor rugs are an excellent way to
                                                                                create both actual and implied warmth.
                                                                Outdoor rugs    Visually they create a cosy and intimate
                                                                                anchor on which to place a seating group.
                                                                                They are also a way to create a soft layer
                                                                                between guests and the cold finish that is
                                                                                on the outdoor entertaining area.

                                                                                Foam Tiles.
                                                                                  Foam tiles are another unique type
                                                                                of outdoor flooring.  Foam tiles are one
                                                                                of the most popular choices for people
                                                                                looking to create an indoor or outdoor are
                                                                                that is versatile and comfortable.  One of
                                                                                biggest pros of foam tiles is that they are
                                                                                slip-resistant.  In addition outdoor tiles
                                                                                are soft and protect kids from hurting
                                                                                themselves.  It is made with anti-fungal
                                                                                and anti-toxic material.  The most exciting
                                                                                part about foam tiles are that they are easy
                                                                                to clean and maintain.      dw




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