Choosing the right fiber--Viscose

When browsing through the assortment of rugs we offer, the sheer number of them can become daunting. So how do you know whether to buy a wool, nylon, polypropylene, or viscose rug? Well that is exactly why I have created this series discussing the pros and cons of the fibers that rugs are made of.

So where do viscose rugs fit into the mix? Viscose is a synthetic fiber that emulates silk. It is very shiny and incredibly soft to the touch. Nearly all viscose rugs are "dialed down" which means they are flat or have very little pile. Additionally nearly all viscose rugs are made on a wilton loom versus being hand tufted. This results in an even lower profile to the rugs. Oftentimes a viscose rug will be placed on the wall as a piece of art. It is so flat and so shimmery that it is frequently mistaken for a tapestry.

With all this in mind, what is the best place to use a viscose rug? This is a tricky question. The fiber is really high fashion, but also high maintenance. You will have to vacuum it often. If you are willing to trade off this inconvenience for a super shimmery silk look, then I say just about anywhere.

The Pros of Viscose

1) Stain Resistant

2) Looks like silk for much less money

3) Very flat so door clearance is not often an issue

The Cons of Viscose

1) Viscose rugs pill, so frequent vacuuming will be necessary for the first 6 months

2) See number 1. This is a biggie. Trust me.

That really is all that can be said of viscose rugs. They are super fashionable and the very softest fiber that an area rug can be made of. If you have questions about this or any other fiber reach me by leaving a comment here or just giving us a shout on the phone. Rugs are a lot of fun. Don't bog yourself down in all the harsh details. Just use this information as a guide and then go with what your favorite rugs are. We have vetted all of the products on our site to be sure that the quality lives up to the standard that is Rugs To My Door.