When considering the purpose of rugs, we must acknowledge their practicality. They are needed for several reasons, but some of the materials from which they are made are better to use due to their cost, sturdiness and durability. A very good material for carpet making is sisal. We will discuss some of its benefits here.
What is a sisal carpet made of?
The first thing I need to know as a consumer is exactly what I’m getting when I buy a sisal rug. Sisal is a hardy plant that is harvested for the fiber it provides. Because the fibers are so tough, they are used in a wide variety of residential and commercial applications. It is commonly used to make rope, hemp, twine, paper, cloth, and even scratching posts. This is just a small list of uses of this wonderful product.
One of the most practical aspects of buying a sisal rug is the low cost of the material. The fiber is obtained from the plant by shredding and beating the leaves until all but the fiber is removed. Sisal is grown and harvested on large plantations and costs very little to grow and care for. It is mostly grown naturally and if insecticides are used these only need to be used in small amounts which are completely removed at the time of harvest.
Advantages of a sisal carpet:
The advantages of buying a sisal rug are its effectiveness, the lack of maintenance and its longevity. That’s where rugs work best if you’re looking for a protective cover. They are so tough that very little damage is transferred to the surface you are trying to protect with them. If you’re looking for inexpensive durability, I highly recommend using a sisal rug. In addition, sisal is almost maintenance-free. The dense, robust weave wicks moisture, and dust and dirt cling to the dense fiber instead of being ground into it. When the carpet gets dirty, it simply needs to be vacuumed. If a wet liquid has been spilled, all you need to do is use a dry powder to remove all traces of a stain. In addition, this carpet almost never needs to be replaced. Even if the carpet is left in a high traffic area for years, the noticeable damage done to it will be minimal.
