When the line is blurred between indoor and outdoor living spaces, a versatile rug is essential. Here is our edit of outdoor rugs that are just as suitable for indoor or liminal spaces, all in neutral palettes and designs to complement a variety of settings.
Above: The Design Within Reach Indra Indoor/Outdoor Rug, shown in Tide, is $695 for the 5-by-8 size. It’s also available in poppy red and grey fog.
Above: The West Elm Woven Honeycomb Indoor-Outdoor Rug is made of polyester with a wool feel; $299 for the 5-by-8 size.
Above: The Danish AYTM Redono Rug in taupe is $479 at Nordic Nest.
Above: The Catamaran Stripe Indoor-Outdoor Rug in Platinum and Ivory is $398 for the 5-by-8-foot size at Annie Selke.
Above: From Swedish brand Pappelina, the Mono Rug, shown in Leaf, starts at $260 at Finnish Design Shop.
Above: The Ferm Living Slub Bouclé Rug in charcoal is $609.
Above: The Marimekko Papjo Indoor-Outdoor Rug is available in Papaya (shown) and Cobalt; $279.20 for the 5-by-8-foot size at West Elm.
Above: The TRNK Tres Outdoor Rug, shown in Salvia, is made of recycled PET to adapt to environmental conditions; starting at $2,070.
Above: The affordable Ikea Virklund Flatwoven Rug in beige and dark gray is $69.99.
Above: The West Elm Iver Indoor-Outdoor Rug is woven in a weather-resistant blend; starting at $685.
For more rugs, see our picks:
10 Easy Pieces: Washable Rugs, Neutral Edition
10 Easy Pieces: Solid Gray Area Rugs
10 Easy Pieces: Neutral Wool Area Rugs
N.B.: This post was originally published on April 10, 2013. We have updated it with new and additional product selections and current pricing.