How Sisal Carpets Create a Warm and Inviting Atmosphere in Any Room
Stylish, hardwearing and durable, Sisal Carpets bring a beautiful natural texture to any space. Their neutral tones can be contrasted with a range of weaves to create the look you are after. A natural fibre that is incredibly sustainable, sisal offers a great alternative to those with allergies to animal fibres or who want to go down the eco-friendly route. However, a natural product does mean that it is susceptible to staining and requires extra care compared to synthetic alternatives.
Sisal is a stiff fiber constructed from leaves
Sisal is a stiff fiber constructed from leaves of the Agave sisalana plant (yep, that’s the same cactus you tequila is made from). It can be dyed and comes in a variety of natural hues from cream through to wheat. Most sisal rugs are tightly woven and therefore shed very little. It is a more durable material than jute, which tends to be more pliable and may leave indentations from heavy furniture.
Jute and sisal are naturally resistant to dirt and stains
Both jute and sisal are naturally resistant to dirt and stains as they don’t attract it like other types of flooring materials do. This is because the natural vegetable fibres act as a filter, letting soil run through and into the underlay. Regular vacuuming with a strong brush-suction cleaner will remove the majority of this dirt, leaving your rug clean and fresh looking.
Sisal is that it absorbs liquids very quickly
The biggest drawback of sisal is that it absorbs liquids very quickly and is not treated for stain resistance in the factory, which means that if you have young children or pets, it’s important to be on top of spills and stains as they happen. Regular vacuuming can help to keep stains at bay, but be sure to use the beater-type attachment rather than the hose.
Sisal can be a little rough underfoot
Another issue is that sisal can be a little rough underfoot. If you are not used to it it can feel a bit coarse, especially when walking over stairs. Fortunately this can be rectified by adding a contrasting border to your rug which will soften the look and provide you with the comfort you are after.
Conclusion
It’s also worth mentioning that Sisal Carpets is a fairly expensive type of flooring to install. If you are on a budget, we would advise looking into jute, sea grass or coir as cheaper alternatives that still offer the benefits of a natural fibre. Alternatively, you could opt for a Stain-resistant Sisal, which has been treated to be more resistant, or even a SynSisal weave if you need the added durability of a synthetic option.
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