Elowen Charcoal Washable Indoor-Outdoor Rug

Details at a Glance

Available Sizes	2'3" x 7'6" / 2'6" x 3'10" / 3' x 5' / 5' x 7'6" / 8' x 8' / 8' x 10' / 9' x 12' / 10' x 14'
Material	100% polyester, UV-stabilized
Construction	Machine-loomed flat weave
Pile Height	Ultra-thin (flat weave)
Pattern	Geometric circles and vertical lines with transparent effect
Color	Charcoal
Backing	Non-skid latex
UV Resistance	Yes, UV-stabilized for outdoor use
Washable	Yes, machine washable (cold water, mild detergent)
Indoor/Outdoor	Both
Style	Transitional, contemporary
Assembly Required	No

Machine-washable polyester is the material that solves the core problem of outdoor rugs: they get filthy, and most can't be cleaned beyond hosing off surface dirt. The Elowen Charcoal Washable Indoor-Outdoor Rug is a UV-stabilized polyester flat-weave rug available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping, offering eight sizes from 2'3" x 7'6" runners to a 10' x 14' room anchor. The ultra-thin construction dries in hours after washing or rain, and non-skid latex backing holds it flat on tile, hardwood, or concrete without separate pads.

How Does UV-Stabilized Polyester Hold Up Outdoors?

UV stabilization locks the charcoal dye so it won't bleach to gray after a season in direct sun. Standard polyester fades within months on a south-facing deck -- UV-stabilized fiber resists that breakdown for years. The synthetic construction sheds moisture instead of absorbing it, so mildew doesn't take hold the way it does in natural-fiber [outdoor rugs](/collections/outdoor-rug). You can hose it off, let it air-dry in a few hours, and it's ready for another round. Rain won't damage it, and salt air won't corrode the backing.

Can You Actually Machine Wash a Rug This Size?

The 2'3" x 7'6", 2'6" x 3'10", 3' x 5', and 5' x 7'6" sizes fit a standard home washing machine -- cold water, mild detergent, air dry flat. Larger sizes (8' x 8' and up) need a hose and deck scrub, but the ultra-thin weave dries fast either way. Pet accidents, muddy shoes, and drink spills rinse out completely, which you can't say for a jute or wool rug left outside. The flat weave has no pile to trap dirt, so grime sits on the surface where you can reach it.

Do You Need to Bring It Inside for Winter?

No -- the polyester and latex backing handle freeze-thaw cycles without cracking or delaminating. That said, UV-stabilized color performs best when you're not leaving the rug under six months of snow melt. If you stack [outdoor accent chairs](/collections/outdoor-accent-chairs) and roll up cushions in November, roll the rug and store it dry in a shed or garage. If your patio stays clear and you use it year-round, the rug can stay down.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an outdoor rug get wet?

Yes -- this polyester weave sheds water and dries in hours after rain or hosing off. Latex backing won't degrade from repeated wetting.

How do I clean an outdoor rug?

Smaller sizes go in a washing machine on cold with mild detergent. Larger sizes hose off on a deck or driveway and air-dry flat.

Will the charcoal color fade in direct sun?

UV stabilization prevents the bleaching that fades standard polyester rugs. Expect years of color hold on a sunny patio.

Does the non-skid backing work on smooth tile?

Yes -- the latex backing grips tile, hardwood, and concrete without a separate rug pad. It won't slide under foot traffic.

Which size fits under a dining table?

An 8' x 10' or 9' x 12' extends 24 inches beyond chair edges when pulled out. Measure your table plus 48 inches on the pull-out sides.

Is curbside delivery included?

Yes -- free standard curbside delivery to the continental USA. The rug ships rolled; no assembly required.