Top 7 Best Boho Outdoor Rugs

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A boho outdoor rug can often be the centerpiece of a boho style balcony. They’re a perfect way to bring in texture, color, and natural materials, all of which are fundamental aspects of boho design.

If you want more information about picking boho pieces, check out our article on how to create a boho style balcony. We’ll use these tips throughout this article.

Below, we’ll look at ­­7 choices for the best boho outdoor rug. There are plenty of options for different price points and covered and uncovered balconies, so hopefully you’ll find the perfect piece.

What to Look for When Buying a Bohemian Outdoor Rug

As we discuss in our other article, there are some fundamental elements that make up boho style pieces. Not all apply to choosing an outdoor rug, though, so here are the highlights.

Material

Boho style favors natural materials, like cotton, rattan, grass, and more. Luckily, most of these are suitable for a boho patio rug, so you shouldn’t be too restricted in the type of material you choose.

Color

While boho uses striking colors, adding too many into your boho outdoor rug can be overwhelming. It’s not completely necessary, but if you don’t feel confident making bold color choices, look for boho rugs in neutral colors like white, cream and beige.

If you go for more muted colors, you can still add bold elements using cushions and accessories.

Pattern

Clashing or too many patterns is a cornerstone of boho style. It’s made up of contrasting elements that represent different places, many of which have their own patterns.

Geometric patterns are always a good option for an outdoor boho rug. They’re widely available, easy to mix into other elements, and don’t overload the area with too much busyness.

Suitable for Outdoors

It might sound obvious, but make sure you choose a rug that’s actually suitable for outdoors. This might mean choosing synthetic materials, which aren’t traditional in boho style, but they aren’t a massive sacrifice.

Alternatively, materials like jute and seagrass will usually be fine outdoors. Cotton rugs will hold water if rained on, meaning they can rot quickly. If you can be bothered, coating them with Scotchguard or similar will prevent the worst of it.

If you have a covered balcony, you have more freedom with the materials you choose. As long as the rug won’t get rained on, there’s little stopping you from using rugs intended for indoors.

Budget

Finally, choose an appropriate budget for your boho outdoor patio rug. There’s not much point in spending hundreds of dollars on an outdoor rug. If you want something that looks really fancy, consider buying an old rug from a flea market, as it’ll hopefully matter less if it gets ruined.

The 7 Best Boho Outdoor Rugs

Now that we have a better idea of what to look for, let’s go over our top picks for the best boho patio rug.

1. Ramanta Home Jute Braided Rug

This braided jute rug is ideal as a boho outdoor rug because it’s a natural material and is suitable for outdoor use. It won’t absorb water like cotton but will obviously last longer on a covered balcony.

It’s a round boho rug and at 4-feet across, it’s a decent size. The manufacturer makes it in sizes ranging from 3 feet to 8 feet, so you should find the perfect one for your balcony space.

It’s labeled as reversible, although it’s just because it doesn’t have a back on it. While this can be helpful, it means there’s nothing to stop it from skidding around. This shouldn’t be a problem in most outdoor spaces, but you mind find it too slippy on decking.

Pros

  • Perfect boho style
  • Suitable for covered and uncovered balconies and patios
  • Available in a range of sizes

Cons

  • Might be too slippery on wood surfaces

2. Nuloom Outdoor Tribal Rug

This rug is made from polypropylene. While this goes against the boho idea of natural materials, you can’t really tell. Also, it means that it’s completely water-resistant, so is suitable for use outdoors.

It has a tribal pattern, which works well as part of a boho style balcony. The neutral colors mean it’ll go with plenty of other pieces without overloading the space, making it easy to match.

There are different size options available, but the smallest is 5 x 8ft., which isn’t very small. While it’ll work well on patios, decking, and balconies, you’ll obviously need a big space for it to fit.

Pros

  • Suitable for all covered and uncovered outdoor spaces
  • Ideal as a boho outdoor rug
  • Different size options available

Cons

  • You’ll need a big space to fit this rug in

3. Smart Design Reversible Outdoor Rug

If you want an outdoor rug that adds bold color to your space, this 8×10 boho rug could be the one for you. The rug comes in blue, beige and gray, and the first two are very bright.

The rug is made from recycled plastic straws, meaning it’s waterproof and fade resistant. Better still, it embodies the boho ideology of being environmentally friendly, so you shouldn’t feel bad about using synthetic materials in your boho space!

It’ll be great as a boho outdoor patio rug but, much like the jute rug above, probably won’t work on slippery surfaces. However, if you’re determined to use it, make sure you buy a non-slip pad to put underneath.

Pros

  • Good way of adding bold color
  • Ideal for balconies and patios
  • Weather resistant

Cons

  • Might be slippery on decking

4. Equeen Handicraft Round Seagrass Rug

Seagrass is another natural material common in boho designs, making this seagrass rug an ideal choice. Unsurprisingly, a rug made from grass that grows near the sea is weather-resistant, so this one will work on all balconies and outdoor areas.

Just like the jute option above, this one is also a round boho rug, but it has more of a pattern to it, making it a more interesting decorative piece. This means it’ll work well as a bohemian outdoor rug because it adds texture, pattern, and natural materials.

There’s not much bad to say about this rug, other than to avoid walking on it barefoot. Seagrass can be very uncomfortable because it’s so scratchy, so just make sure you’re wearing shoes.

Pros

  • Perfect for covered and uncovered outdoor spaces
  • Waterproof and non-fade
  • Adds pattern and texture

Cons

  • Not great for walking on barefoot

5. Ramanta Home Hand-Woven Cotton Rug

Nothing says boho style quite like the classic braided colorful rug. It has everything you need for a boho patio rug: texture, pattern, and color. Better yet, this is a very budget-friendly option.

It’s made from recycled cloth, so is an eco-friendly choice. At 36 x 60 inches, it’s a decent size for balconies and patios, and is machine washable for easy cleaning. Much like the reversible outdoor rug above, it’s advised that you use a non-slip pad.

The only real downside is that it’s cotton, so isn’t super weather-resistant. You can spray it to improve its water resistance or just not use it on uncovered balconies. It should be fine outdoors in covered spaces.

Pros

  • Archetypal boho outdoor rug
  • Adds color and texture
  • Ideal for covered balconies and patios

Cons

  • Not completely weather-resistant

6. Breezsian 2-Piece Rug Set

These rugs are technically runners, meaning they’re narrow, long rugs. As such, they’ll be well suited to smaller balcony spaces because they’re only 2 x 3ft. Plus, you get 2 in the pack, so you’ve got some flexibility with placement.

Although they’re black and white, they bring in enough color to be suitable as outdoor boho rugs. There are different color options available if you want something more interesting.

They’re made from a cotton-polyester blend so are suitable for outdoor use. The only downside is that they’re not very heavy, so can move around easily. Again, you can solve this with a non-slip pad.

Pros

  • Suitable for smaller balconies and patios
  • Different color options available
  • Smaller size means more flexibility with placement

Cons

  • Lightweight – slippery

7. Nuloom Jute Area Rug

If you have a large floor to cover and want a standout product, this massive jute rug could be for you. At 6 x 9ft., it’s a beast but would look great on a patio or large balcony. It’s also the only option on our list that’s over $100, however the round version of it is well under $100.

This much jute means it’s heavy, so you don’t have to worry about slipping problems like with the smaller rugs. It’ll be a good idea to put furniture over the edges, though, to stop people tripping on it.

Jute will last for ages outdoors whether covered or not. This is lucky considering this rug is very pricey. It’s a sacrifice you must make when buying such a huge rug made from natural materials.

Pros

  • Heavy enough to not slip around
  • Massive – ideal for large outdoor spaces
  • Weather resistant

Cons

  • Pricey

Final Thoughts on the Best Boho Outdoor Rug

Hopefully, this list has given you some inspiration for finding the best bohemian outdoor rug. One of the best things about boho style is that it’s so flexible, so shop around and find the boho outdoor rug of your dreams!