No More Boring Patios: There's An Amazon Find That Makes Your Space Beautiful

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If your patio is looking a little dull, there is one affordable solution that'll make a major impact: an outdoor rug. This textile-based addition can completely change the look and feel of any outdoor area, and all it takes is to unroll one (and then get it to lay flat). The Genimo Outdoor Rug on Amazon, for example, has become a bestseller for a reason, and it might just be the perfect finishing touch for your new exterior living space, too.

The outdoor rug is made from 100% polypropylene, and is marked pet-friendly and child-friendly. Further, it's weatherproof for conditions ranging from intense heat to heavy storms; this means you don't have to bring the rug in every time there's a weather event. That said, it's still best to keep it out of direct sunlight if you want to preserve the rug's vibrancy. Speaking of which, it's available in over 50 design combinations, so you can find a pattern and color scheme that suits your style.

As of this writing, the Genimo Outdoor Rug has a rating of 4.2/5 stars from over 7,450 users. Sixty-seven percent of the reviews give the rug five stars, while 13% give it four. Another 12% give the rug one or two stars. One reviewer who gave the rug five stars shared: "The rug is incredibly lightweight, making it super easy to move around and position perfectly. I also love how beautifully it folds up, which is going to make storing it away during the off-season completely hassle-free."

Choosing the best rug for your outdoor space can be a bit tricky, especially when there are so many options. The Genimo Outdoor Rug comes in runner sizes as narrow as 2 ½ feet by 8 feet and area rugs up to 10 feet by 20 feet. If you're unsure about the most suitable size for your patio, there are a few key considerations. For one, it's better to size up than down, or opting for a slightly larger size than originally planned (especially if you're in between sizes).

If you're working with a small arrangement of furniture, then a rug that's 5 feet by 8 feet might be sufficient, or, again, the next size up at 6 feet by 9 feet. But if you have several chairs, a loveseat, or other larger patio furniture, you'll want one that's at least 8 feet by 10 feet. For a full dining set, meanwhile, a rug that measures 9 feet by 12 feet is where you can start.

As for placement, you can either place your seating partially on the rug, or completely on it. If partially on, the general rule is to have the front legs of a sofa, chair, etc., on the rug. For a more formal, defined setup with a larger rug, however, you can place everything on the rug surface.

Stylistically, decide whether you want your rug to be the star of the show, or the furniture. If you have largely neutral patio furniture, go with a bold, bright pattern for your rug. If your furniture is already colorful, though, a more neutral design might be preferable. Many of the Genimo rugs come in Aztec-inspired, geometric patterns, which are ideal if you want to curate a modern boho patio. (Check out more outdoor patio ideas that can revamp your space.)